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Hong Kong, 14 December 2025 – UNICEF Charity Run 2025/26 ‘HERO RUN – WondeRun’ kicked off officially today at the park located east of Fan Kam Road. Bringing together mental health, sports, family and education elements, the event shared love, kindness, and positive energy for children across Hong Kong and beyond.

All Public Donations to Sustain Post-traumatic Support for Tai Po Students

UNICEF protects children whenever it is needed. Alongside with various stakeholders and supporters to provide immediate supplies for children affected by the recent devastating fire, the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF HK) will continue to work closely with the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Hong Kong and allocate all public donations from WondeRun to sustain critical psychosocial support for the Tai Po school community.

The UNICEF Charity Run 2025/26 will conclude with its signature ‘HERO RUN – PoweRun’ on 4 January 2026 at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and Inspiration Lake. The event features a Half Marathon, 10km Run, 5km Run, and 3km Youth Race, offering seasoned runners and fitness enthusiasts a chance to race for a meaningful cause.

Spread Love and Kindness, Strengthen Mental Resilience

Ms Judy Chen, Chairman of UNICEF HK expressed her heartfelt gratitude to all who stood with UNICEF HK: “Through a rich variety of activities with music,  arts and sports, ‘HERO RUN - WondeRun’ helps connect minds and bodies, relieve stress, and strengthen mental resilience. A healthy mind is the essential foundation for learning, and quality education is the most powerful force to shape a brighter future. We demonstrated the power of unity today, spreading love and kindness while drawing vital attention to the importance of well-being and education for every child.”

Special guest Mr Aristo Sham, UNICEF TEAM member and Hong Kong’s first-ever gold medallist at the 17th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition shared his insights on the healing power of music, a valuable tool in fostering overall development and well-being for children. ‘Star Heroes’ from various fields, including elite long-distance runner Mr Chan Ka Ho, Hong Kong women’s marathon record-holder Ms Yiu Kit Ching, actress and ‘Super Mom’ Ms Winki Lai, and actor and ‘Super Dad’ Mr Stefan Wong, participated alongside their children to champion family values and collective actions for children’s well-being.

Star Heroes Champion the Cause

Returning Star Heroes Mr Chan Ka Ho and Ms Yiu Kit Ching once again participated with their daughters. Mr Chan shared: “WondeRun has become an annual tradition for our family. As a long-distance runner, I know how important both mental and physical strength are. I’m glad this year’s event emphasizes mental health because it plays an essential role in children’s growth and development.”

Ms. Judy Chen, Chairman of UNICEF HK, delivers a speech at UNICEF Charity Run 2025/26 ‘HERO RUN–WondeRun’. She emphasizes that UNICEF HK is here for children in Tai Po and strives to safeguard the well-being of every child. All public donations raised from the event will be allocated to provide critical psychosocial support for the Tai Po school community, spreading love and kindness.

Special guest of ‘HERO RUN – WondeRun’, UNICEF team member and Hong Kong’s first gold medallist at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Mr. Aristo Sham, shares how music serves as a healing force, nurturing wellbeing of children.

Star Heroes Mr Chan Ka Ho and Ms Yiu Kit Ching team up with their daughter for the 3km Obstacle Run. The couple shares that they hope to show children how sports can be a powerful force for positivity and helping others, reaching beyond physical fitness.

At the ‘Explorer Tent’, participants step into the shoes of children who are displaced and cannot go to school because of natural disasters and conflict, gaining a deeper understanding of UNICEF's vital work.

Star Heroes Chan Ka Ho, Yiu Kit Ching, Winki Lai, and Stefan Wong appreciate how the new ‘Dreamy Bazaar’ cultivates empathy and children-for-children spirit by empowering them to design and manage their own charity booths under parents’ guidance. All proceeds to provide the critical psychosocial support for the Tai Po school community.

Ms Judy Chen, Chairman of UNICEF HK; Star Heroes including Mr Chan Ka Ho, Ms Yiu Kit Ching, Ms Winki Lai, Mr Stefan Wong, and Council & Committee Members of UNICEF HK gather at the starting line, encouraging everyone to move forward with the power of love and hope.

Ms Judy Chen, Chairman of UNICEF HK (fifteenth from left); Mr Aristo Sham, UNICEF TEAM member and Hong Kong’s first-ever gold medallist at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition(fourteenth from left); Star Heroes including Mr Chan Ka Ho, long-distance runner (twelfth from right), Ms Yiu Kit Ching, Hong Kong women’s marathon record-holder (thirteenth from right), Ms Winki Lai, actress and ‘Super Mom’ (eleventh from right); Mr Stefan Wong, actor and ‘Super Dad’ (tenth from right); Gold Sponsors: Ms. Ann Yeung, Manager, Corporate Communications, KLN (ninth from right), Mr. Li Da Peng, Alternate Chief Executive Officer, Agricultural Bank of China Limited Hong Kong Branch(eighth from right), Mrs. Nancy Chan, Finance Director, VISTRA(seventh from right), Mr. Marc Fancy, Head of Community Engagement, Cathay Pacific Airways Limited(sixth from right); Silver Sponsor: Mr. Wang Xiaokun, Co-Head, CCB International Capital Limited representing CCB International (Holdings) Limited(fifth from right); Official Sportswear: Ms. Zoe Ng, Founder & CEO, moodytiger (fourth from right); Partner: Ms. Cassy Siu, Senior Manager (Human Resources), Sino Group (third from right); Venue Sponsor: Mr. Alex Jenkins, Director of Communications, Hong Kong Golf Club (second from right); and Council & Committee Members of UNICEF HK stand united as a powerful symbol of our shared strength.

The heart-shaped face painting conveys kindness and blessings to Tai Po children, symbolizing the heartfelt connection between UNICEF HK, the Hong Kong community, and children around the world.

Two blue hearts on the 3km obstacle run finisher’s medal symbolize hope and blessings from participating parents and children to those affected by the Tai Po fire.

About UNICEF Charity Run

UNICEF Charity Run is an annual fundraising event organized by Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF and is one of the largest charity road races in Hong Kong. Since its inception in 2006, the event has attracted over 160,000 participants. Together with generous donations from individuals and corporations, UNICEF Charity Run has raised over HK$146 million to date.