Cartagena ran for faith: 1,500 participants and a millionaire donation
Cartagena closed Holy Week 2026 with the third edition of the 'Run and Announce Your Faith' race, an event that gathered 1,500 participants and raised $145,300,000 for Casa María Revive, a program of the Archdiocese that supports homeless people.
TL;DR
- The third 'Run and Announce Your Faith' race concluded Holy Week 2026 in Cartagena.
- 1,500 participants gathered, raising $145,300,000 for Casa María Revive, a program supporting homeless individuals.
- The internationally recognized event combined sport, heritage, and solidarity, with runners covering 5K and 10K circuits.
- The race passed seven heritage churches, with citizens cheering participants.
- Donations will fund Casa María Revive's services, including psychological support, rehabilitation, and academic training.
- This year's donation surpassed previous years, aiming to purchase a dedicated house for the program.
- The mayor emphasized Cartagena's consolidation as a religious tourist destination.
- Program beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the support and the hope it provides.
- Prizes for participants included dinners and hotel stays, managed by Corpoturismo.
- The event was supported by the Mayor's Office, the Archdiocese of Cartagena, IDER, and tourism sector businesses.