10th edition of “Run for Their Lives” on 25 February

The 10th edition of “Run for Their Lives” is almost here, and it promises to be an inspiring and impactful event. 

This 5-km charity run, in aid of Apeksha Hospital, the National Cancer Institute in Maharagama is organised by the Rotaract Club of Colombo Uptown and has been one of the biggest charity events in Sri Lanka for the past nine years. Run for Their Lives is a symbol of hope and support for those battling cancer, with every step taken and every rupee raised being a sincere act of encouragement and love for those who need it most.  

The purpose of the run is to raise awareness about cancer and to donate much-needed funds to the Apeksha Cancer Hospital. Over the past 9 years, Run for Their Lives has attracted tens of thousands of participants. In some years alone, more than 4,000 participants, along with 300+ organizations, corporate leaders, celebrities and others, have come together to raise millions of rupees; over LKR Rs 30 million across the past 9 years. 

The 10th edition of the run, which will be held at the Viharamahadevi Amphitheatre on the 25 of February 2023 at 4.00 p.m. aims to raise Rs. 10 million and register over 4,000 participants. The registration fee of Rs. 1,400 will go entirely towards the charity, and participants will receive a free branded T-shirt along with access to the carnival after the run – which will feature a variety of stalls, games, activities, and music bands and artists, providing participants with a chance to relax, have fun, and celebrate their achievement. 

The impact of Run for Their Lives has been significant. Over the years, the event has raised funds for the purchase of essential medicines and equipment for the Apeksha Cancer Hospital, providing much-needed support for those battling cancer.