Sunfeast World 10K 2010 – Bangalore
Event Summary
The Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore 2010 is one of the world's most prestigious 10km runs. This event is promoted by Procam International, ratified by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) and Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), and conducted under the aegis of The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and The Karnataka Amateur Athletics Association (KAAA).
When: 23rd May 2010 (Race day)
Where: Bangalore
How Can You Make a Difference??
World over distance running events are revered for the emotional connect they establish in the hearts and minds of the citizens. It brings together the common man, the corporate czar, the politician, the socialite and the physically challenged onto one platform. It motivates the grandmother and grandson, across the generational divide, to set personal targets and record personal triumphs. It is an event that stirs the conscience of every citizen, encouraging them to reach out, in aid of a cause or charity.
Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore has set an example as to how a distance running event can become a great tool for the voluntary sector. In its second edition itself in year 2009, the event was used as a platform to raise Rs. 1.31 crores (300% more than what was raised in the inaugural year), benefiting 81 NGOs working for varied causes.
Its now time for Bangaloreans to put their best foot forward and show the nation and the world at large, that they care!!! This is your chance to set an example, to make yourself happier and make friends with that section of our society which truly needs the support.
You can make a difference in one or both these ways:
1) Run for an NGO as a Care Participant
2) Donate to an NGO
1) A Care Participant participates in the run and also raises funds for a selected participating charity.
Categories are:
* iCare: Individual runners who raise whatever amount they can.
* Care Champion: Individual runners who commit to raise a minimum of Rs. 1 lakh.
* Corporate Cares: Companies who contribute Rs.1.5 lakh up front.
Care Participants complete the Run Entry process as per their category, and select an NGO from the Participating Charities registered with Bangalore Cares for the event. Funds are raised via donations from family, friends, clients, employees, colleagues, classmates, etc. who contribute any amount they can in support of the charity. Before Race Day, Care Participants must submit all amounts to Bangalore Cares for processing and consolidation.
2) Donate to an NGO Even if you are not running, you can support a participating charity of your choice. Here's how: ICare Support a friend running for a charity as "iCare" with a cash / cheque’s / DD donation in the name of that charity. Or, use your friend's appeal page on the Bangalore Cares to donate online to the charity.
Care Champion Select from the list of Care Champions participating in the run, and make a donation to the charity they are running for. Corporate Cares Select from the list of companies supporting a cause in the run and make a donation to the charity they are running for.
Come Support Us at http://www.bangalorecares.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=366:meljol&catid=71:humanrights&directory=95
