Registration for ‘Run4U’ charity event extended to Oct 31
SIBU: The closing date for the ‘ Run 4 U’, which is jointly organised by the Lions Club of Sibu City and Medan Unicity Sibu, has been extended to October 31.
According to the President of Lions Club of Sibu City Vivian Ngu, the closing date was extended to give more time for those interested to join and register themselves.
“Earlier on, the closing date was on October 15. Thus, we hope more people will register for the run which aims to raise funds for the needy group of people such as Destiny For Children Association Sibu,” she said.
Vivian was speaking to reporters when met at Sarawak Life Care Society Sibu Branch premises here, recently.
Destiny For Children Association Sibu rents a section of the premises to house a class for children from the association.
“At present, we have 500 participants who have registered themselves for the event. We hope more participants will register for the charity run which aims to help the less fortunate group in our society.
“We are targeting 1,000 participants for the event,” she added.
The ‘ Run 4 U’ charity event which will be held on November 26 at 6.30am, aims to raise a total of RM50,000.
Medan Mall marketing executive Hwong Yew Yiing and president of Destiny For Children Association Sibu Chris Tang were also present.
Vivian said the ‘early bird’ registration fee, which expired on September 15, has also been extended to October 31.
“However, those interested are required to register in a group of minimum 10 participants. The registration fee for 5km is RM50 and 9km is RM70,” she added.
Those interested can register themselves by calling Medan Mall (084-328378), Medan Unicity ( 012- 8775162), Li Hua Hotel - Bus Terminal ( 084-218338), Li Hua Hotel - Long Bridge ( 084- 324000), Vistar Trading & Supplier - Rejang Park ( 013- 8184848) or Hua Sing Goldsmith ( 019- 8869686).
Runners will each receive a unique limited edition souvenir once they successfully complete their run.