Participants kicked off the 10th anniversary of Run For A Chance 2026 at Kepong Metropolitan Park in Kuala Lumpur by singing the national anthem.
Carrying the theme “A Decade of Change”, this year’s event attracted 1,713 participants, including 220 persons with disabilities.
Volunteers also accompanied 45 visually impaired runners along the 3km route, enabling them to complete the run safely.
Held in conjunction with Malaysia Day, the charity run raised RM246,000, which will go towards supporting the operations of Lovely Disabled Home (LDH) and create stable employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Since its inception in 2016, the run has served as both a fundraising platform for LDH and a campaign to foster public understanding and recognition of the disabled community.
In a statement, the home said its guests included Selangor public health and environment committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin, Kampung Tunku assemblyman Lim Yi Wei and a representative from the Youth and Sports Ministry, alongside sponsors and media partner 988.
Jamaliah highlighted LDH’s commitment to environmental sustainability at this year’s run.
Event T-shirts were made from 100% recycled materials, while finisher medals were upcycled from recycled plastic.
Each medal featured unique colours and textures to symbolise how every individual possesses distinct abilities and value.
This year’s event also introduced a special sensory experience, bringing the concept of “explore-understand-involve”.
Participants could try out six different sensory stations featuring touch, sight, sound, smell, and other interactive experiences.
Through play and exploration, participants were encouraged to experience how everyone may perceive and understand the world in different ways.
The event also featured health screening services, lucky draw and, for the first time, a mini market.
Musical and dance performances added to the lively atmosphere.
Organising chairman Sean Ng said Run For A Chance would continue with its mission to create opportunities for persons with disabilities.
