Run for a superior Vietnam: Techcombank gives children the opportunity to walk

Within the framework of the 8th Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon, the online running activity with the Touch of Love Fund was organized and attracted enthusiastic attention from the community.

Starting from October 27 to November 17, 2025, to raise funds to support medical expenses, surgery and rehabilitation for children with leg deformities, after only 10 days, the program's goal of raising 4.2 billion VND, equivalent to 421,950 km (10,000 full marathons) was realized. Each kilometer run was converted into 10,000 VND to contribute to the Touch of Love Fund, and more than 21,000 people participated with more than 800 teams and running clubs across the country.

Every kilometer run is a hope rekindled

Ahead of the 8th Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon, the atmosphere of preparation has become bustling. On the streets, in the parks, under the early morning sun and even at sunset, tens of thousands of runners are training hard, preparing for more outstanding runs on December 7. Especially, whether they are new runners or veteran runners, all hope to help children have the opportunity to walk on their own two feet.

Lower limb deformities cause many children to lose the ability to move, have slow physical development, and have difficulty integrating into school. Many cases can be cured if medical intervention is given early, but not all children have access to treatment, and the longer the delay, the more difficult the recovery journey.

This year, in addition to the official race, Techcombank organized the first online race to spread the word "Run for a better Vietnam" and let anyone - anywhere - be a part of the journey to help children with disabilities walk normally. Every step, every kilometer is a beat of love sent to the less fortunate children.

The program quickly received a strong response from the sports-loving community - those who believe in health, positive lifestyle and spreading values ​​to society. Many elite runners such as Khoi Huynh, Pham Tien San, Nguyen Van Khang... and a series of large running clubs across the country such as Hoa Binh Park Runner (HN), VNG Running Club, Danang Runners, SRC - Saigon Running Club... all participated and supported this journey.

When the heart beats for others, the steps also run stronger

Ms. Thai Minh Diem Tu - Director of Marketing Division of Techcombank shared: "When we started, we ran to become healthier. But then, the more we ran, the more we realized that every step could create more value for the community. The online running activity within the framework of the 8th Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon contributes to the Touch of Love Fund to spread the message of positive living, connection and sharing, together building a healthier and more outstanding Vietnam."

Launched in October 2025, pioneered by Techcombank and the ecosystem including Masterise Group, One Mount, and Love Touch Charity Fund - a completely new digital charity platform was officially launched, opening a journey of modern, transparent and sustainable charity activities.

With the vision of becoming the leading digital charity platform in Vietnam, where everyone is connected, empowered and spreads good values, Touch Love not only gives material things, but also contributes to building trust, encouraging the spirit of sharing, so that every Vietnamese person can "touch" love, and let love "touch" everyone.

Every completed kilometer is a message – that together, we can do miracles, turning each run into a guiding light for little feet in need of support.

And on that journey, Techcombank and more than 20,000 runners are spreading the message "Running for a superior Vietnam" to continue writing a beautiful story - the story of a healthier, more compassionate and more outstanding Vietnam every day.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/buoc-chay-vi-mot-viet-nam-vuot-troi-techcombank-trao-co-hoi-buoc-di-cho-tre-em-185251112134913076.htm