Collective action in motion: Championing sustainability through the first-ever GCash Eco Run in Manila

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GCash, the leading financial super app and largest cashless ecosystem in the Philippines, is mounting its first-ever Eco Run on March 23, 2025, along Ayala Avenue, Makati City.

(L-R) IKEA Philippines country business navigation manager Frida Wallin, GCash group head of new businesses Winsley Bangit, Silliman University Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (IEMS) project coordinator and professor emeritus Dr. Hilconida P. Calumpong, IKEA Philippines country retail manager Ricardo Pinheiro, and GCash sustainability head CJ Alegre.

The GCash Eco Run is a fully eco-conscious and sustainability-centered event that brings the GForest digital eco-movement to the streets, to further the positive environmental impact established by Silliman University in the Negros region. Stakeholders, advocacy groups, eco-products merchants, and running enthusiasts will be gathering to showcase sustainable practices in action.

Each successful registration to the GCash Eco Run will enable the planting of one grey mangrove tree in Negros Occidental, a province gravely affected by climate change. To underscore its commitment to climate action and helping local communities.

“GForest is a platform that transforms digital trees into actual plants. With GCash Eco Run, we are expanding the digital eco-movement established by GForest and giving our Green Heroes more opportunities to come together,” says CJ Alegre, head of sustainability for GCash. “It is testament to the powerful community we have created at GCash, that we can go beyond digital platforms and collectively take significant, real-world steps forward to help local communities and protect essential ecosystems in Negros Occidental.”

Scaling the eco-movement, one tree at a time

Growing in coastal areas in Negros Occidental, the grey mangrove (Avicennia marina) plays a vital role in environmental conservation, as it protects shorelines from erosion, mitigates the impacts of extreme weather, and sequesters carbon, all while providing habitats for marine life. Mangrove forests are crucial assets in the fight against climate change and preserving marine biodiversity.

In the Negros Island Region, GCash has a long-running collaboration with Dumaguete-based higher education institution Silliman University (SU), and its Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (IEMS), which focuses on mangrove restoration, protecting coastal environments, and providing livelihood opportunities to local farmers and fisherfolk.

The planting of the grey mangrove trees, made possible by GCash Eco Run participants and sponsors, will take place on the site managed by SU and maintained by local communities. This is part of the SU-GCash Reforestation in South Negros Project, whose overall goal to plant a total of 1M across critical areas in the region by 2029.

Sustainability-focused organizations partnering for the environment

GCash makes it easy for companies to create a meaningful environmental impact. By connecting businesses with GForest’s trusted planting partners, GCash enables them to support science-based, proven-effective sustainability programs seamlessly.

IKEA Philippines—the local arm of the global furniture brand headquartered in Sweden, and whose Pasay store holds the record as the largest IKEA store in the world—is supporting the event by pledging 30,000 trees under the South Negros conservation initiative. Sustainability has always been part of IKEA’s commitment to its customers, as it offers home furnishing products, food, services, and solutions that inspire and enable people to lead healthier and more eco-conscious everyday lives.

“IKEA’s sustainability direction goes hand in hand with this activity, [focusing] on three pillars: Healthy and sustainable living, being circular and climate-positive, and being fair and caring. Today, sustainability is neither a choice nor an option. It’s a must, which is why IKEA is deeply focused on this priority,” shares Ricardo Pinheiro, country retail manager of IKEA Philippines.

This partnership with SU-GCash Reforestation underscores IKEA Philippines' central goal to create a positive social impact within communities, as it hopes to inspire other businesses to join the collective effort to make more sustainable choices every day.

“Our partnership with GCash and IKEA is a testament to the power of collective action for sustainability. Through this collaboration, we aim to restore vital ecosystems and engage local communities in long-term conservation efforts,” said Dr. Hilconida P. Calumpong, project coordinator and professor emeritus, Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (IEMS), Silliman University.

A fully eco-conscious, sustainability-centered event

The GCash Eco Run has been deliberately designed to promote sustainable practices in every aspect. From adapting sustainable and mindful eco-friendly practices in the event production, to booth structures being built out of recycled and non-single-use plastic materials, all the way to race kits being made out of recycled PET bottles—GCash Eco Run ensures a 100% sustainable, eco-conscious experience for all.

GCash will also introduce its new 100% recycled plastic GCash VISA cards at the sidelines of the Eco Run at a special retail price, kickstarting the initiative with the Filipino running community.

Merchants offering eco-products or eco-friendly advocacies like Bukid ni Bogs, Human Nature, The Eco Shift Store, Wonderhome Naturals, Cut the Craft Clothing and Apparel will also have booths at the event.

The GCash Eco Run will also amplify the efforts of eight advocacy partners. Berdeng Kalabaw, Aling Tindera, and ZOLO are encouraging runners to bring recyclable waste, to be collected for proper waste management. Caritas Manila will be accepting donations of old clothes, WWF Philippines will call for donations for habitat conservation and animal welfare, and Hound Haven will encourage the adoption of retired working dogs to rally behind charity programs.

To promote farm-to-table practices, Commune Café + Bar will showcase locally sourced coffee, from Atok, Benguet, while the Philippine Coffee Board, Inc. will be offering Itogon coffee; Seven Days of Greens will retail organic fruits and vegetables from smallholder farmers.

The GCash Eco Run is supported by IKEA Philippines, Globe Fiber, Pay & Go, eTap Solutions, BPI-MS, GOMO, Standard Insurance, BYD, Century Tuna, ECPay, Gringo, Park Access, Singlife, and ST Telemedia. These sponsors have also pledged to plant trees and support Silliman University’s mangrove conservation efforts. The event is organized by RUNRIO, a leading organizer of race events in the Philippines.

“At GCash, community drives our broader sustainability agenda of harnessing tech and innovation for good,” shares Alegre. “The support of our sponsors is testament to how partnerships built on shared goals can transform commitments into action, and GCash aims to engage more like-minded organizations to scale and grow this eco-movement.”

For more information about the GCash Eco Run and how to register, visit the official event page.

2,000+ Filipinos ran for wellness at Home Credit PH’s inaugural fun run—Takbo #ParaSaLife

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Country’s leading consumer finance company inspires people to take a step toward health and wellness

Over 2,000 runners participated in Takbo #ParaSaLife, Home Credit Philippines' first-ever fun run held at Parqal in Aseana City. Organized by WeKenRun, the event offered 1K, 3K, 5K, and 10K categories, promoting health and wellness among Filipinos and reinforcing Home Credit's commitment to supporting customers not just financially, but holistically.

More than 2,000 runners took a step toward a healthier lifestyle today as they joined Takbo #ParaSaLife, Home Credit Philippines’ (HCPH) first-ever fun run. As the country’s leading consumer finance company, Home Credit continues its mission of supporting Filipinos—not just financially, but holistically—by promoting physical and mental well-being.

Held at Parqal in Aseana City, and organized in collaboration with WeKenRun, a running group led by renowned marathon coach Ken Mendola, the event featured 1K, 3K, 5K, and 10K categories, making it accessible to runners of all fitness levels.

Apart from the fun run participants and the Home Credit executives and team members, guests and personalities, including Lester Cruz, CEO of Singlife Philippines, also graced the event to support Home Credit’s drive for healthier lifestyles. Employees from Boltech and SM, along with valued event partners from Xiaomi, Park Access and Singlife, also joined the race.

Championing holistic wellness

“According to the World Health Organization (WHO), almost 38% of Filipinos are physically inactive, putting them at risk for lifestyle-related diseases. As the Filipinos’ trusted ally, not just in financial inclusion but in overall well-being, Home Credit is committed to encouraging communities to embrace a healthier lifestyle," Petr Lukosz, HCPH Chief CRM Officer and 2x Ironman Philippines Champion said.

“Seeing people of all ages and backgrounds come together for this run is truly inspiring. At Home Credit, we believe that wellness is an essential part of living a fulfilling life. Takbo #ParaSaLife is more than just a race—it’s a movement that we hope will continue beyond today. We look forward to making this an annual tradition to encourage more people to prioritize their health,” he added.

[From L-R]: Home Credit Philippines executives also joined the run. Seen here are Jana Pechouckova, Chief Financial Officer; Pratim Bhattacharya, Head of Operations; Ihor Kruchynenko, Chief Risk Officer; Petr Lukosz, Chief CRM Officer; Teeraphong Mahatham, Deputy Chief Executive Officer; Philips Yu, Chief Digital Officer; and Sheila Paul, Chief Marketing Officer

A successful turnout and exciting rewards

The event welcomed Home Credit team members, first-time runners, and seasoned running enthusiasts, all united by a shared commitment to health and wellness. Participants received running shirts, race bibs, and loot bags from event partners, and finisher medals will also be shipped to them. Additionally, podium finishers in the 10K, 5K, and 3K categories took home exciting cash prizes—including a ₱10,000 grand prize for the fastest runner in the 10K distance.

Additionally, Home Credit and its partners made the event even more rewarding with exciting prizes, including gift certificates for ON Running Shoes and Suunto, Park Access vouchers, and smart home gadgets from Xiaomi. Podium finishers also took home insurance vouchers from Singlife—₱7,500, ₱5,000, and ₱2,500 for both male and female first placers of the 10KM, 5KM, and 3KM categories respectively. These winnings are just one of the many ways Takbo #ParaSaLife continues to champion holistic well-being while making every stride even more worthwhile.

Joma Unabia, a first-time fun run participant and 10K finisher, shared his excitement about joining Takbo #ParaSaLife. “This was my first time joining a fun run, and I never imagined I could complete the 10K category—but I did! It was such an incredible experience. Thanks to Home Credit, I got to challenge myself and achieve something I never thought possible. This event has inspired me to stay active, set bigger fitness goals, and make running a part of my lifestyle. I hope to join again next year and push myself even further!”

Looking Ahead

With the success of Takbo #ParaSaLife, Home Credit Philippines is already gearing up for next year’s edition—promising an even bigger, better, and more exciting event.

As WHO data highlights that nearly 40% of Filipinos remain physically inactive, initiatives like this serve as a vital reminder that small steps lead to big changes. Beyond financial empowerment, Home Credit remains committed to championing holistic well-being, ensuring that every Filipino can live their best, healthiest life—one run at a time.

This event would not have been possible without the support of Home Credit’s valued partners—WeKenRun, Aseana City, Parqal, Sip (Hydration Partner) and Sip Plus (Electrolytes), Singlife, Surge Lifestyle, Suunto, Xiaomi Philippines, Park Access (Official Nike Store Partner), Skintech, Dole, Silka, Corbridge, Oishi—who share the same commitment to promoting health and well-being. Their support helped make Takbo #ParaSaLife a truly memorable and rewarding experience for all participants.

To know more about the latest updates from HCPH, check out its official website, www.homecredit.ph. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts.

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Home Credit Philippines promotes a healthier lifestyle with Takbo #ParaSaLife

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Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, is taking a significant stride toward promoting wellness and community engagement with its first-ever fun run, Takbo #ParaSaLife. Set to happen on Feb 16 at Parqal in Aseana City, this event invites Filipinos to kickstart the year on a healthy and active note.

HCPH champions overall wellness with the upcoming Takbo #ParaSaLife fun run happening on Feb 16. HCPH hosts regular community runs in Bonifacio Global City, to gear up for this event, encouraging everyone to join in the fun and fitness.

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Organized in partnership with WeKenRun, a local running group established by well-known marathon coach Ken Mendiola, Takbo #ParaSaLife caters to all levels of runners with race categories of 1K, 3K, 5K, and 10K.

With this initiative, HCPH strengthens its commitment to empowering Filipinos to live more rewarding lives. Beyond offering financial solutions, the company seeks to promote holistic well-being—encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health—by creating opportunities for communities to come together and embrace a healthier lifestyle.

“Home Credit is committed to empowering Filipinos to live the life they deserve, and this extends beyond financial well-being. Beyond providing financial services, with this run we are encouraging Filipinos to improve their overall well-being, enabling them to do more #ParaSaLife,” Sheila Paul, Chief Marketing Officer of HCPH said.

Takbo #ParaSaLife is open to all participants, from HCPH employees, family, friends, and customers to fitness enthusiasts and those beginning their wellness journey. Registration fees vary by race distance: PhP500 for the 1K, PhP900 for the 3K, PhP1,000 for the 5K, and PhP1,200 for the 10K. Each category includes exciting perks such as an event shirt, finisher’s medal, loot bag, and bib holder, depending on the selected distance.

“This initiative is about more than just running. It is about building a community that supports one another in achieving better health and wellness. We hope this event will inspire individuals to build lasting, healthy habits that empower them to achieve more life goals,” Paul added.

Freebies await all participants, and podium finishers in the 10K, 5K, and 3K race categories can look forward to exciting cash prizes. Winners in the 10K category will each receive PhP10,000, with PhP8,000 awarded to second place and PhP6,000 to third. In the 5K category, the first-place winners will take home PhP6,000, followed by PhP3,000 for second place and PhP2,000 for third. For the 3K category, the champion will earn PhP3,000, while second and third place will receive PhP1,500 and PhP1,000, respectively.

Events like the Takbo #ParaSaLife are more crucial than ever, especially in light of recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO) that highlighted the global rise in physical inactivity, a major risk factor for chronic diseases. The Philippines is among the countries with the highest rates, with 39.7 percent of the population affected by the lack of physical activity.

Sign up for Takbo #ParaSaLife today and take a step toward a healthier, more rewarding life! Visit this link to register and learn more about this exciting event.

To know more about the latest updates from HCPH, check out its official website, www.homecredit.ph. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts.

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Chevron sponsors AmCham Foundation ScholaRun to help send youths to school

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To help send disadvantaged youths to school, Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, together with its shared services center, Chevron Holdings Inc., sponsored the recent 9th AmCham Eat and Run ScholaRUN at the Liwasang Ulalim, CCP Complex, Pasay City.

The run-for-a-cause is an annual event by the American Chamber Foundation Philippines, Inc. (ACFPI) to help raise funds for its scholarship program. ACFPI supports underprivileged youth through various development and education initiatives.

The scholarship enables students in high school, college, and vocational courses to fund their tuition fees and school supplies and provides allowance and guidance all to way to their on-the-job training. At least 2,000 former AmCham scholars were able to finish their studies since the program started which Chevron has always supported.

About 175 employees from CHI and CPI joined the run in support of the AmCham Foundation's cause. The event registered over 3,000 runners.

“We have been a long-time partner of AmCham and its initiatives and programs. Through this activity, we were able to further strengthen our relationship and commitment to the foundation as well as our support to their scholars. We trust that through our collective efforts, students get a chance to have a better life and more opportunities to succeed,” shared Chevron Human Resources Regional Manager Mark Quebral.

“It’s a great feeling knowing that your mere presence and participation is already helping underprivileged students in their studies. As added bonus, you also get to do something good for yourself through exercising and staying active. Chevron believes in AmCham’s cause of contributing to the community and helping people in need, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with them and supporting their other events and activities,” CHI General Manager Ethan Flowers shared.

At the awards ceremony after the run, CHI Corporate Affairs Manager Arlita Narag accepted a plaque of appreciation as AmCham’s co-presenter of the 9th ScholaRUN. Hammering on its unique eat-and-run concept, participants got to taste American favorites such as pizza, burgers and donuts upon reaching the pit stop. The 9th Eat and Run ScholaRUN featured categories in 200M, 3K, 5K, 10K and 21K.

“We are very happy with the turnout and the general mood of the run. We are, after all, doing this for students and youth in need, so we are beyond grateful to all who participated. Currently, we have 50 scholars studying vocational technology at Don Bosco Makati. All the proceeds from our fundraising events, including the ScholaRUN - Eat & Run, go to our scholarship programs. So as always, we appreciate our sponsors, partners and participants who made this event possible,” said Edwin Feist, President of ACFPI.

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About Chevron

Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable, and ever-cleaner energy is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. We are focused on lowering the carbon intensity in our operations and growing lower carbon businesses along with our traditional business lines. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

ColorManila Run Year 7 Roaringly Rings In the New Year In Safari on January 6

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ColorManila, the pioneer and formidable force behind the colorful fun runs that have been held in many cities in the country, is surely going to send you to seventh heaven this January as it colorfully celebrates the commencement of a new year and, even more so, its 7th anniversary, through a colorful Safari journey at Color Manila Run Year 7. 

Ushering in 2019 with roars and lots of colors this January 6 at SM Mall of Asia Grounds, Pasay City, ColorManila Run Year 7, will take runners to Safari-themed and color-blasted 200-meter, 3K, 5K, 10K, and 21K routes. True to its tradition of allowing people to go all-out fun and festive instead of going home right after the run, ColorManila Run Year 7 will definitely bring you New Year cheer through its signature CM Festival, featuring a DJ filling the entire venue with groove-inducing tracks while participants put on their party hats, shove in their dancing shoes, and splatter color powders in the air for a holistic after-party affair. 

“ColorManila is getting a year older again this 2019, but our energy and enthusiasm for coloring milestones and creating colorful memories among friends, families, and loved ones remain youthful–strong, vibrant, and contagious as it has ever been, and that’s the exact same energy and enthusiasm that we would love you take in and transmit to your fellow runners at ColorManila Run Year 7,” enthuses Color Manila VP Justine Cordero. “We look forward to having you there and on our other upcoming events this 2019!” she adds. 

Round up your Safari adventure at ColorManila Run Year 7 with the 200-Meter Dash, Deluxe, Rockstar, and 21K Safari-themed kits for a full-on Safari experience. In our quest to become more inclusive and spread fun and colors to more people of various ages, including children, we’ve opened the 200-Meter Dash category catering to kids ages six years old down to preferably, two years old, and which include a kit comprised of a Dri-FIT shirt, race bib, sunglasses, finisher’s medal, and color packet. For fun runners and those who want to feed on their running fervor alike, the Deluxe and Rockstar categories are available. The former is priced at Php950 and consists of a Dri-FIT shirt, race bib, sunglasses, finisher’s medal, and color packet, while the Rockstar category is retailed at Php1,500 and includes everything that’s offered under the Deluxe category, with the addition of a drawstring bag and headwear.

For the competitive kind, the start of the year is the perfect time and timing to push your personal record (PR) to its peak! Our 21K Basic category, which costs Php1,500, or our 21K Premium category, which you may avail for Php2000, are both fitting platforms to help you raise the bar and reap your running goals this 2019. The 21K Basic category has singlet, race bib with timing tag, sunglasses, finisher’s medal, color packet, finisher’s shirt, and an access to the 21K village, while the 21K Premium has all that, plus a drawstring bag, headwear, and a CM anniversary gift. For those who want to extend their support to their loved ones but opt not to join in the run, the Spectator category that will grant access to the ColorManila Village and is valued at Php200, is our response. 

Online registration is ongoing at colormanila.com up to January 5 or until supplies last. SM Tickets are also available for cash purchase at SM Tickets booths located at SM Cinemas and SM Department Stores’ Customer Service counters nationwide on the same dates. You may also buy prepaid cards until January 5 or until supplies last at Mizuno SM Megamall, Mizuno Trinoma, Mizuno Bonifacio High Street, Mizuno Alabang Town Center, Mizuno Paseo de Magallanes, Toby’s SM Mall of Asia, and Toby’s Glorietta 2 branches. 

Kit claiming is at Star City Adventure Zone from January 3–5, 2019, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 

CM Glitter Run is supported by AXA, Star City Adventure Zone, Splash Island, Garmin, Sharp, Crystal Clear, Baskin-Robbins, Solar Entertainment, Business Mirror, Monster Energy, Mizuno, SM Tickets, Anytime Fitness, Vitamin Boost, Emborg, and Gu Gel, and will benefit Pink Women on Fire. 

ABOUT COLOR MANILA 

Now going on its seventh year, ColorManila has established itself as the most aggressive ‘concept fun-run’ organizer in the country. Over 120,000 runners have participated in its various franchises, which include the CM Challenge, CM Blacklight, CM Costume, CM Glitter, and CM Classic. It has broken its own record with its biggest event to date, ColorManila Run Year 5, which was participated by 12,000 runners last January 2017. Visit www.colormanila.com for more information.

Support our Indigenous Peoples and let’s “Run for the Mountains”

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“Run for the Mountains” is a unique fun run that aims to raise awareness and financial support for the Indigenous Peoples Group of the Philippines and Smokey Mountain Kids.

Runners of all ages will have a fulfilling and invigorating time at this year’s “Run for the Mountains” charity run which is slated June 24, 2018  (Sunday) at the Seascape Village in Pasay City and a simultaneous run at SM City Iloilo. 

The "Run for the Mountains 2018" is an annual family fun run organized by the JCI Manila to support some of the indigenous people in the Philippines, namely the Dumagats, Mangyans, Igorots, Aetas, and the Smokey Mountain Community Field of Dreams.

Not your typical foot race, this year’s “Run for the Mountains” showcases an experiential race course that will enable leisure, amateur, and professional runners to experience first-hand how our indigenous peoples hunt, cook and go about their day-to-day activities while covering a distance of 3km, 5km or 10km.

See video from last year:  https://vimeo.com/218408592

This novel fundraising activity is organized by JCI Manila, the premier leadership development organization for young leaders. It is considered one of the legacy programs of the said non-government organization due to the massive outpouring of support it receives each year and the huge impact it serves to the communities of Indigenous Peoples and the Smokey Mountain Kids. 

This is the second year of the “Run for the Mountains”.  Aside from espousing family values, camaraderie, and diversity, “Run for the Mountains” effectively teaches respect and a renewed appreciation for our culture while raising financial support for the marginalized community in Smokey Mountain and Indigenous Peoples. 

Be involved in one of the biggest, one-of-a-kind, fundraising fun runs in the Philippines by signing up for the “Run for the Mountains” at the following Garmin and Apartment 8 branches:

• Garmin MOA
• Garmin Glorietta
• Garmin Uptown BGC
• Garmin Megamall
• Affinitea SM NOrth
• Affinitea Legarda
• Apartment 8, 33B Scout Borromeo St. Brgy. South Triangle, Quezon City 1103
• Apartment 8 UP Town Center, 2/F Phase 2
• Apartment 8 Alabang Town Center G/F
• Apartment 8 Tiendesitas 2/F Silver City, Pasig

Interested participants can also register online at https://affinitearaces.com/product-category/run-for-the-mountains-manila/.  

Race categories and corresponding race fees are:

• 3km (PhP700.00), 
• 5km (PhP800.00), and 
• 10km (PhP950.00). 

For more information on “Run for the Mountains,” visit https://www.facebook.com/runforthemountains/.

JCI Manila

JCI Manila is a premier youth leadership development organization. It is the organization where young men join to become better leaders. Dubbed as the University of Leaders, JCI Manila believes that it is through reaching out to others that you learn more about yourself. That is JCI Manila delves into an array of projects such as community development, business, government, environment and more. The unifying force behind these seemingly diverse projects is a group of young men who want to become better leaders. For more information visit www.jcimanila.org

COLORMANILA Gathers at least 10,000 Runners for CM Paradise Run

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ColorManila kicks off the year with CM Paradise Run

ColorManila, the country’s biggest ‘concept fun-run’ organizer, just gathered at least 10,000 runners for its maiden event for 2018, for CM Paradise Run, held last January 7, 2018, at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Grounds, in Pasay City.

CM Paradise Run also marks ColorManila’s 6th successful year in the industry, which they have dominated in recent years. With this event, they have brought the colorful fun-run experience to at least 160,000 participants, with events taking place once a month on average.

Celebrities such as Sam YG, Xian Lim, Dingdong Dantes, Ico Ejercito, Kuya Kim Atienza , among others, were also spotted at the event.

ColorManila VP Justine Cordero says, “We are proud to have brought the colorful fun-run experience to over 160,000 participants for the past 6 years. Each year, we try to come up with a different concept that our runners will enjoy and would make the experience memorable. Thank you to all our followers, we wouldn’t last this long without your support.”

Cordero continues, “We hope you can continue supporting ColorManila, as we try to introduce new race and fun-run concepts in the near future.”

ColorManila’s next event will be on February 24, 2018, for CM Blacklight Run, which will be held at McKinley West at Bonifacio Global City (BGC), in Taguig City.

For more information, please visit colormanila.com

ABOUT COLOR MANILA:

COLOR MANILA encourages everyone to run, and to illustrate to non-runners how enjoyable the sport is, we bring out the real fun in the ‘fun’ run, through a color festival. We are the paintbrushes, and You are the Paint. We carry the palette but You make your own Strokes. You become the human canvas, as we literally bring out your most energetic and happiest hue.

You are the Color, the human Canvas. You are the bits and pieces of this kaleidoscope. Because life is not a competition. Rather, it is a race where you run at your own pace, where you throw high-fives to people, where you carry all the colors of your experiences. We make this as the most exciting fun run ever, that you’d want to do it over and over again. We want to give you that unique kaleidoscope experience every time!

TPB and Color Manila Run celebrate fun with Blacklight Run

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An enthusiastic crowd of 700 gathered to participate in the first ever black light edition of Color Manila Run held at the SM Lanang grounds in Davao City. Co-organized by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) and the Department of Tourism (DOT), Color Manila Run is part of the Visit the Philippines Again (VPA) 2016 campaign as one of several activities lined up throughout the year to entice travellers to come to the country and participate in their favorite sports while enjoying the breath-taking natural wonders found throughout the archipelago.

The event started with a rousing Zumba to warm up the runners. To help them navigate through the race routes, LED headlamps were distributed to the participants along with Color Manila Run’s signature color powder packs. Davao favorites Tribu K’ Mindanawan and DJ Torch Gacuma pumped up the crowd by providing riveting entertainment, which culminated in a lively dance party with the runners glowing with different splashes of color. 

“Color Manila Run offers tourists a chance to experience how a unique athletic activity can be more fun and memorable with the help of Filipino creativity”, shared TPB’s Chief Operating Officer, Domingo Ramon C. Enerio III. “The Tourism Promotions Board is happy and proud to support these kinds of events as they highlight both our people’s innate love to share happiness and our goal of creating the Philippines as a top choice for sporting and wellness events,” he added.

Southern Mindanao Regional Director of the DOT Roberto P. Alabado III welcomed the runners by saying, “Color Manila Run is important for us in Davao because we need to be reminded of the region’s rich biodiversity. DOT and TPB invite you to plan trips to experience the wealth of natural wonders our country has to offer.”

For the rest of 2016, health buffs can look forward to more local and international adrenaline-filled activities happening in the Philippines such as Ironman 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship, MAYON 360 Albay Ultramarathon 2016, and Sky-athon 2016 Boracay Beach Run among several others. 

To know more on upcoming sports-related events, visit www.tpb.gov.ph and www.itsmorefuninthephilippines.com.

Tupperware Brands Philippines Supports the 2015 World Vision Run

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For the 4th time in a row, Tupperware Brands Philippines supported World Vision Philippines in its annual running event aimed to raise funds for its Child Sponsorship Program. The huge and anticipated event spearheaded by World Vision Philippines kicked off recently at the SM Mall of Asia Grounds, with race categories ranging from 21k, 10k, 5k, 3k, and even a 500 m dash for kids. The Mall of Asia Grounds was packed and bore witness to the support of thousands of health enthusiasts, as well as partners and supporters of World Vision’s advocacy.

Since 2012, Tupperware Brands Philippines has pledged its support to World Vision’s advocacy. In fact, on their 19th anniversary, the company supported a total of 100 children in honor of its 100 outlet stores all over the country. “Tupperware Brands supports World Vision’s goal to have every child live life to the fullest while promoting an active lifestyle at the same time. Tupperware’s products uphold freshness for wellness, which is very complimentary to the activities of the event,” Mr. Jun Pangilinan, Tupperware Brands Philippines’ President and Managing Director, shares. 

Since its introduction in 1966, Tupperware has been changing lives of Filipinos across the nation. “One way in which we celebrate touching and transforming lives, no matter what age or generation, is by teaming up with World Vision Philippines. Through raising awareness on the ways to support those in need, to keep fit, and to be ready for natural calamities, we can help create happier and healthier families,” Mr. Pangilinan adds.

The event started early for the runners, including Mr. Pangilinan himself who ran in the 21k race category. The program was injected with other fun activities including a Zumbathon, exciting raffle prizes, and a mini concert with the Perkins twins, Tippy Dos Santos, and Tricia Garcia

Tupperware Brands Philippines has always been committed to their promise to provide better brands for a better life, and through the business opportunity, help individuals live the life that they deserve. With their ongoing support and partnership with World Vision Philippines, Tupperware Brands Philippines is surely on the right track in changing lives for the better.

Join the 1st iHeaRt PMAP Run

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Did you know that 9 of the 10 leading causes of death in the Philippines are health related? Are you aware that just by eating better, making small lifestyle changes and doing moderate activity on most days of the week, we can reduce the risk of many diseases and increase our quality of life?

The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP), the premier organization of HR practitioners and people managers in the country, is advocating health and wellness in the workplace as one of the most important issues that companies need to address today. With this, PMAP has organized an annual nationwide event called National Wellness Day that is being participated by various companies in the country every third Friday of June.

During the National Wellness Day, companies conduct wellness events in their workplaces that includes sponsored healthy lunch and snack; learning sessions on work-life balance, holistic and spirituality; and the 7-Minute PMAP Wellness Moment, a quick wellness activity that involves stretching and meditation done simultaneously across the nation by employees at exactly 3:00 pm. 

On 19 September 2015, the organization will hold the first-ever iHeaRt PMAP fun run at the Camp Aguinaldo Grounds, Quezon City as part of the initiatives of PMAP in promoting workplace wellness. There will be three categories: 3K, 5k and 10k with minimal registration fees of P300, P400 and P500, respectively. Aside from the singlet and race bib, runners will receive cool freebies from sponsors. Also, awesome prizes await all race winners per category.

Get your running shoes ready and join this fun-filled and exciting activity. 

For registration, sponsorship and other inquiries, please call 7261532 or email pmap@pmap.org.ph. 

Cebu brightens up with COLOR Manila Run

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More More than 2,000 fun runners joined the Cebu leg of the Color Manila Run

The Queen City of the South was painted with vibrant colors and big smiles during the Cebu leg of COLOR Manila Run. More than 2000 Cebuanos, including local and international tourists, eagerly braved the shower of water and dyes to give their early morning run a colorful twist.

The beautiful seaside view of South Road Properties (SRP) served as the backdrop as runners get color-bombed with the happiest colors of the rainbow – yellow, orange, blue, green and purple, at different designated stations. 

Participants from Korea and Japan

Aside from the standard dri-fit shirts, race bibs and bags, all participants were alsogiven colorful reflectorized sunglasses that added a funky, fashionable touch.

The race was divided into 10K, 6K and 3K running categories but therewere no clocks, checkered flags or victory lanes. Everyone ran at their own pace and those who completed the race each received a specially designed finisher’s medal.

From left: Color Manila Run’s Jay Em, DOT Central Visayas Regional Director Rowena Montecillo, Color Manila Run’s Justine Cordero and Tourism Promotions Board’s Edwin Vincent V. Ortiz 

Edwin Ortiz with wife Monette and kids (from left) Gabriel, Angelo and Rafael 

Ian Camfield and Daniel Coos from England 

Tom Sanborn from Arizona and Sarah Colton from Indiana 

From left: Jeff Oxford, Sally Angue, Sebastian Van Der Schrier, John Danielson, Frances Enriquez and Prudence Jalandoni 

From left: Ingrid Ramos, Celia Seniedo and Hope Kho 

Toshimaru Soma from Japan 

Paul Ha from Korea

Capping the race was a party like no other where the participants were showered with more colors as the event climaxed into a beautiful, colorful mess. 

Supported by the Tourism Promotions Board, COLOR Manila Run is a friendly, non-competitive run and color festival rolled into one. This one-of-a-kind run definitely captures the fun spirit of the Filipinos. Aside from Manila and Cebu, COLOR Manila Run will also be held in Bacolod, Davao and Dagupan. 

For more exhilarating events and festivities that are happening in the Philippines this year, head to www.visitph2015.com.