Jasmine Curtis-Smith joins World Vision's Virtual Run for Children
The COVID-19 pandemic may have kept everyone physically distant from one another, but it definitely won't stop people from uniting for a good cause virtually. One great example of this is the World Vision Virtual Run for Children.
World Vision Virtual Run for Children 2020 | Source: World Vision
World Vision, in partnership with Takbo.ph, is providing an excellent opportunity for people to donate for Filipino children in need, while staying safe in their own homes, through its virtual charity run.
During the online press launch for the virtual run, World Vision ambassadors Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Enzo Pineda revealed that it's their first time joining a virtual run, and they're both excited to take part in it.
Jasmine who's been participating in World Vision's charity runs since 2013 said she will be doing the 21k run this year and she will be running for two advocacies: for children's education and health.
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Jasmine Curtis-Smith participates in World Vision's Virtual Run for Children | Source: @jascurtissmith (IG)
The Kapuso star also emphasized that more than staying fit; it is the act of helping others that matters more when joining charity runs.
She said, “It's not about the distance. It's about what you put out there.”
Enzo, on the other hand, is grateful to be part of World Vision's Virtual Run for Children, as he considers it as his way of giving back.
He said, “I feel like I have a good life, so I want others to experience it.”
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Enzo Pineda officially became a World Vision ambassador in 2019 | Source: @its_enzopineda (IG)
World Vision is a global Christian humanitarian organization, which works to ensure that Filipino children grow up to be healthy and educated.
The registration for their virtual run has been extended to June 30 and people who live outside the Philippines are also welcome to participate in it.
People can sign up and complete any of the following total mileage: 21K, 50K, 100K, or 200K.
Plus, participants can run anytime and anywhere from June 15 up to July 31. And once they've reached their target mileage, they will get a World Vision Virtual Run for Children Finisher Shirt, a Finisher Medal, and an E-certificate.
Below are the registration fees per category:
1. I RUN FOR EDUCATION (STANDARD - 1,050 pesos)
Microfiber Polyester (Drifit) Fabric and Finisher's Medal, e-Certificate, inclusive of delivery within the Philippines
2. I RUN FOR HEALTH & NUTRITION (PREMIUM (1,350 pesos)
Closed Mesh Full-Sublimation Shirt with Fine Details and Stitch, Finisher's Medal, e-Certificate, inclusive of delivery within the Philippines
3. BUNDLE PACK (1,650 pesos)
I Run for Education Shirt + I Run for Health & Nutrition Shirt, Finisher's Medal, e-Certificate, inclusive of delivery within the Philippines
Registration will be done online and participants can pay for the fee by making a deposit to their BDO Savings Account, BPI savings Account, or their Paypal account.
For more details on the virtual run, visit World Vision Philippines' official website.
The launch of their virtual charity run is certainly a commendable feat, as World Vision will not only be raising funds for the future of Filipino children, but they'll also be able to keep participants safe, as they do the run in the comfort of their own homes, or anywhere where they can practice physical or social distancing.
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So, if you want to work on your fitness and help raise funds for Filipino children at the same time, then register now to World Vision's Virtual Run for Children.
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