Runners brave rains for Red Cross’ ‘Million Volunteer Run’

Heavy rains did not stop runners from waking up early and participating in the Philippine Red Cross' nationwide "Million Volunteer Run 4," held at the Quirino Grandstand in Luneta, Manila on Saturday.

The assembly time was at 4 a.m., but the run did not start until 6:00 a.m. Runners had the option of taking a 5-kilometer run, or a shorter 3-kilometer run.

The Philippine Red Cross said the event aimed to extend its network of one million volunteers to "awaken the volunteer spirit of the country."

The run for humanity has started. #REDSetGo pic.twitter.com/OJa4Ij8ilj

— Philippine Red Cross (@philredcross) October 20, 2017

Happening now: The fourth Million Volunteer Run at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila.#REDSetGo pic.twitter.com/G9o2q5HVSF

— Philippine Red Cross (@philredcross) October 20, 2017

The PRC's fleet of emergency vehicles and equipment on display at the Million Volunteer Run 4.#REDSetGo pic.twitter.com/pvWS4xXMdL

— Philippine Red Cross (@philredcross) October 20, 2017

"Nothing is impossible if we work together," Corazon Alma de Leon, Philippine Red Cross secretary said during the event.

"Nothing is impossible if we work together."
- Philippine Red Cross Governor Corazon Alma de Leon said during the MVR 4.#REDSetGo pic.twitter.com/RaXISi34NQ

— Philippine Red Cross (@philredcross) October 20, 2017

Proceeds of the fun run will go to the organization's various humanitarian programs and lifesaving services including Blood Services, Disaster Management Services, Safety Services, Health Services, Social Services, Red Cross Youth and Volunteer Services. — MDM, GMA News