Stephen Flor Lumapas and Rhianne Mae Mantica emerged as the top finishers in the premier 5-kilometer division of the Run for Hope 2026 charity fun run, held Saturday at Rancho Palos Verdes in Crocodile Park, Ma-a, Davao City. Lumapas claimed the men's 5K title with a time of 21 minutes and 37 seconds, while Mantica dominated the women's side, crossing the finish line in 18 minutes and 31 seconds. The event was organized as part of Balay Pasilungan's 37th foundation anniversary celebration.
Race Categories and Winners
The charity run attracted hundreds of participants across multiple categories, including 5K, 3K, 1K, family, and dog-friendly divisions, blending athletic competition with a cause-driven campaign to support vulnerable children under the care of the Davao-based institution. In the 3K category, Robert Pateño won the men's division, while Shaira Udoin topped the women's side. The 1K kids race saw Andrei Xavier Luntian finish first in the boys' division with a time of 6:23.74, and Maya Go won the girls' division.
Joseph Villena led the 1K senior male category, and Imeza Ortiz captured the women's title. Eric Lua, together with his canine partner, ruled the dog run division. The family run category highlighted the event's community atmosphere, with Alexa Briane Gea Jalotjot and Aljon Jalotjot participating as one of the family teams.
Event Purpose and Impact
Organizers stated that the charity run aimed to promote health and wellness while raising awareness and support for children sheltered by Balay Pasilungan. Proceeds from the race will help provide care, protection, and hope for children under the foundation's programs. Balay Pasilungan partnered with KinetixSports for event logistics and technical support, while sponsors, including SunStar Davao, backed the activity.
Founded in Davao City, Balay Pasilungan has spent nearly four decades providing temporary shelter, intervention, and rehabilitation programs for vulnerable and at-risk children. The event successfully brought together the community for a meaningful cause, combining fitness with philanthropy.
