This is the 12th season of the running event, continuing to aim at raising funds to support children with congenital heart disease in difficult circumstances. This year's message is "Million beat from thousand mile," scheduled to take place on December 6th at Yen So Park

12-Year Journey Supporting Children with Heart Disease

Run For The Heart was first held in 2013. After 11 seasons, the program reported raising over 51 billion VND, funding heart surgeries for thousands of disadvantaged children. In 2025 alone, the race raised over 7 billion VND, supporting treatment costs for 140 children nationwide.

Funds raised from the event are transferred to the Heartbeat Vietnam program to cover surgical expenses and related costs for children with congenital heart disease. Heartbeat Vietnam also implements pre- and post-surgery support activities, including travel expenses, follow-up checkups, nutritional support, and scholarships for selected cases.

“The true value of Run For The Heart is measured not only by the number of participants, but also by the thousands of children's lives given a second chance,” shared Mr. James Lai Siaw Pin.

The Race is Scheduled to Take Place on December 6

According to a representative of the organizing committee, Run For The Heart 2026 is expected to attract thousands of participants. Announced distances include 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km, along with a 2 km route for families running with their pets.

The event is scheduled to take place on December 6, 2026, at Yen So Park, Gamuda City, Hanoi. Preparations are underway for the race.

After 11 seasons, Run For The Heart continues to maintain its model of combining community sports activities with fundraising to support children with congenital heart disease. According to data released by the organizing committee, the program has raised over 51 billion VND across 11 seasons, supporting heart surgeries for thousands of children.