CSR News: Sunfeast India Run As One raises Rs. 1.18 crores in support of livelihoods
Launched on Independence Day 2020, Sunfeast India Run As One, the citizen-led movement aimed at Indians and Indophiles all over the world, enters its last mile, achieving significant success. With Social Impact as its core pillar, since its launch, the initiative has raised a whopping INR 1.18 crores in support of families impacted by the ongoing pandemic and continues to gain momentum.
Envisioned by Procam International, championed by ITC Foods Sunfeast Biscuits, powered by GiveIndia and strengthened by Fit India; this unique CSR initiative aims to break new grounds and finish on a record high, as registrations and fundraising continue up till September 30.
As a token of gratitude and appreciation for participants registering; undertaking an activity or pledging a distance until 11th September 2020, rewards include a specially designed e-certificate of recognition, autographed by Bollywood star Tiger Shroff and marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge, participation e-bib, customised medals and a unique commemorative bib
Citizens with an earnest intent to help and impact a person’s livelihood, can join the movement and continue to contribute from 12th to 30th September 2020.
Vivek Singh, Jt. MD. Procam International said, “The ongoing pandemic has hit us hard in many ways. Apart from the immediate impact on health, the consequential hindrance to economic activities has put over 140 million informal workers’ livelihoods at stake. We wanted them to know that they are not alone. As responsible citizens, we hear their plight and have come forward to lend a helping hand. This was the simple thought behind Sunfeast India Run As One. It is heartening for all of us to see that the movement has touched a chord in the hearts of millions. We urge every Indian to continue this support by registering as this is clearly the need of our times; #LivelihoodsMatter.”
With every registration, directly contributing and impacting a person’s life, the proceeds will be disbursed via GiveIndia directly to 100 NGOs working at the last mile in the rehabilitation of the economically impacted families across the country. The beneficiary communities include migrants, tribals and artisans, people with disabilities, rural women, elderly, farmers and farm workers, LGBTQ community and individuals dependent on sports.
E R Ashok Kumar, President GiveIndia, said, “It is a proud and heartwarming moment for us. The dark side of the pandemic has been illuminated with one ray of hope – humanity. And the success of Sunfeast India Run As One is yet another feather in that cap. This is only the beginning, together we shall walk India into a better tomorrow, there are miles to go before we sleep.”
Ali Harris Shere, Chief Operating Officer – Biscuits and Cakes, Foods Division, ITC Limited said, “It is indeed humbling to witness widespread engagement from individuals and corporates alike. The collective participation from such a large number of citizens has further demonstrated their commitment to support the vulnerable sections of society, especially during these challenging times. I am confident that the financial aid raised will go a long way in making a meaningful contribution in helping those distressed and impacted during this crisis.”
Sunfeast India Run As One has an incredible diaspora of celebrities, athletes, business leaders and changemakers, who have pledged to participate while encouraging fellow Indians and Indophiles across the globe to join in.
With community, social impact and wellness at the heart of the movement, it has gathered steam, propelled by names such as Olympic Gold Medallist Abhinav Bindra, Padma Shri Indian Gymnast Dipa Karmakar, Padma Shri Vijay Amritraj, and Olympian Marathoner Nitendra Singh Rawat.
Indian cricketers Amit Mishra, Shikha Pandey and Paralympic swimming sensation Niranjan Mukundan too have joined in, along with silver screen stars Puneeth Rajkumar, Tara Sutaria, Aadar Jain, Armaan Jain, Athiya Shetty, Kajal Agarwal, Rahul Bose and Milind Soman.
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