TARLAC CITY—The public is enjoined to participate in a “run for a cause” dubbed as “Takbo Para Sa Mga Bayani” on November 10 at Camp Servillano Aquino here.
This was the recent announcement of the Armed Forces of the Philippines Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom) to give additional support and recognition to the wounded and deceased combatants of the command.
“This activity aims to create an exciting opportunity for the military and the civilians to run and collaborate in support of a fundraising event for the Northern Luzon Heroes Foundation,” Nolcom commander Lieutenant General Emmanuel Salamat said.
“The foundation wants to do a little more for the heroic soldiers and their families through the support of the community. It is also intended to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of various communities against the local terrorists and other enemies of the state,” Salamat added.
The public may join the three-kilometer, five-kilometer and 10-kilometer races with a registration fee of P900, P700 and P500 respectively inclusive of a race bib, singlet and light breakfast.
Students and senior citizens may join any of the races for a fee of P300 which is also inclusive of race bib, singlet and light breakfast.
Winners per category will get a cash prize, medal and finisher’s shirt.
Registration is scheduled from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Nolcom Library and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Nolcom main gate. Interested parties may contact 09338250814 and 09665465814 or email northernluzonheroesfoundation@gmail.com.
