Runrio is donating P1 million to the Philippine Red Cross to support earthquake relief efforts in General Santos City, with the donation being made in connection with the upcoming Galaxy Manila Marathon. This initiative allows participants and supporters of the Galaxy Manila Marathon to contribute to disaster relief for earthquake victims in another part of the country, highlighting the sports community’s role in national solidarity. The donation amount is P1 million, and it is directly linked to the Galaxy Manila Marathon event organized by Runrio, though specific details on how attendees can further contribute are not provided in the available information.
Background
Runrio is a well-known sports event organizer in the Philippines, particularly recognized for organizing major running events like marathons. The Galaxy Manila Marathon is one of their flagship events in Metro Manila. The donation is in response to the recent earthquake that affected General Santos City, leveraging the platform of a large-scale sports event to raise awareness and support for disaster victims.
Source: Philippine Star