Run for Hope Colombo 2026 Brings Together Over 1,200 Participants for a Meaningful Cause

Colombo, Sri Lanka, August 1, 2026: Viharamahadevi Park came alive with energy, hope, and compassion as Run for Hope Colombo 2026 welcomed over 1,200 participants from across Sri Lanka. Organized by the Voice Foundation Sri Lanka, the charity run united families, athletes, running clubs, corporate teams, and community members with one shared purpose to raise funds for the Foundation’s upcoming Single Mothers Empowerment Center, which will provide vocational training, life skills, emotional support, and opportunities for vulnerable single mothers to build a better future.

The event was made possible through the generous support of an outstanding group of partners led by Title Sponsor Nestomalt. Special appreciation also goes to Nawaloka Colombo as the Official Medical Partner, Emerging Media as the Official Digital Media Partner, PickMe Events as the Official Ticketing Partner, MEGA as the Official Pain Relief Partner, CAREHUB Physios as the Official Post-Recovery Partner, Vito Pizza as the Official F&B Partner, Fitness ID as the Official Fitness Partner, Firefly Studio as the Official Photography Partner, Fiddle Leaf by Jay Thisra as the Official Graphic Design Partner, SCOT Campus as the Official Education Partner, ZONTA Club of Colombo 3 as the Official Women’s Empowerment Partner, and the Leo Club of CINEC Campus as the Official Community Partner and XpressJobs as the Official Recruitment Partner.

The Voice Foundation Sri Lanka extends its heartfelt gratitude to every participant who chose to run, walk, and support this important cause. A sincere thank you is also extended to all running clubs, fitness communities, gyms, volunteers, corporate teams, the generous gift prize sponsors, and everyone who contributed behind the scenes to make the event an outstanding success.

The Foundation also expresses its sincere appreciation to the Hon. Mayor of Colombo for the encouragement and support extended towards the event, helping create a memorable experience for everyone involved.

More than just a race, Run for Hope demonstrated the incredible impact that can be achieved when a community comes together with compassion and purpose. Every registration and every step taken on race day contributes towards empowering single mothers to become financially independent, gain valuable skills, and create brighter futures for themselves and their children.

Following the remarkable success of the Colombo edition, Run for Hope continues its journey across Sri Lanka. The next edition will take place in Galle, bringing the same spirit of hope and community to the southern coast, before returning to Colombo this December for another inspiring event. The Voice Foundation Sri Lanka looks forward to welcoming even more runners, partners, and supporters as together we continue changing lives one step at a time.