The Organizing Committee officially announces a contribution of 200 million VND from the “Online Fitness Festival – Fun Fit Fest” to the Will to Live Center, supporting people with disabilities in accessing sustainable livelihood and entrepreneurship opportunities.
On November 12, after more than a month of implementation, the “Online Fitness Festival – Fun Fit Fest,” organized by Standard Chartered Vietnam to promote health, physical well-being, and community support, attracted nearly 17,000 participants across more than 15 different sports disciplines.
The messages of wellness and philanthropy were also widely shared on social media, with over 1,200 Facebook posts highlighting participation and encouraging others to join the movement.
The program was held as part of the event series leading up to the Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2025.
On November 9, the Organizing Committee officially announced a contribution of 200 million VND from the “Online Fitness Festival – Fun Fit Fest” to the Will to Live Center, supporting people with disabilities in accessing entrepreneurship opportunities through the “Digital Business Startup” program.
Founded in 2008, the Will to Live Center is a social enterprise dedicated to supporting people with disabilities and vulnerable groups in integrating into society through free Information Technology vocational training, capacity building, and job placement. Its mission is to empower beneficiaries to live independently and self-sufficiently.
To date, the organization has trained more than 2,000 students, with 70% securing employment after graduation, contributing to sustainable development and social equity in Vietnam.
Ms. Trịnh Như Quỳnh, Head of Corporate Affairs at Standard Chartered Vietnam, emphasized that the “Fun Fit Fest” is part of the Bank’s commitment to building a healthier community every day.
“The success of the program is a testament to the power of community when united for a good cause. The collective determination for better health and for the future of people with disabilities has amplified the program’s meaningful mission, helping beneficiaries of the Will to Live Center gain opportunities to start their own businesses,” she said.
Ms. Nguyễn Thị Vân, Co-Founder and Chairwoman of the Board of the Will to Live Center, extended her heartfelt thanks to nearly 17,000 runners and sports enthusiasts who joined Fun Fit Fest 2025 – both virtually and in person – transforming their personal fitness journeys into a movement of compassion and shared impact.
“Every step, every photo, and every drop of sweat represented not only the spirit of sportsmanship, but also contributed to the 200 million VND fund that will provide people with disabilities in Vietnam greater opportunities to learn, work, and live independently. The Will to Live Center is committed to utilizing this valuable fund effectively, meaningfully, transparently, and responsibly to deliver free digital training and entrepreneurship programs that empower people with disabilities to transform their lives with confidence and happiness,” she shared.
The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2025, the 10th race in the prestigious global Standard Chartered Marathon series, took place on November 8 and 9 at the Hanoi Quan Ngua Sports Palace.
Embodying the spirit of sport as a connector for a sustainable community, the race welcomes everyone who loves running – from professional athletes and para-athletes to international runners and the expatriate community living in Vietnam./.
