AmCham China celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with two charity run events in Chengdu and Tianjin. In Tianjin, participants embraced the festive spirit at the ‘Go for Green Run’ alongside the kick-off meeting of the 2024 Tianjin Culture and Lifestyle Committee, while in Chengdu, families and volunteers united for a Green Sports Day & 5K Run for a great cause.
Tianjin | Go for Green Run and St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
On March 17, the AmCham China Tianjin Chapter hosted the Go for Green Run and St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Participants embraced the festive spirit at Minyuan Stadium, donning their finest green attire for the event.
The morning began with a dynamic warm-up, jogging, and stretching led by Leo Luan, Founder of Leying Tianjin Education Technology, and Nan Jia, Spartan SGX Coach.
Attendees also indulged in traditional Irish fare and free-flow beverages from Smoki & Co., fostering connections and camaraderie. The event doubled as the kick-off meeting for the 2024 Tianjin Culture and Lifestyle Committee.
Chengdu | CSR Event Recap: Green Sports Day & 5K Run
On March 17, the AmCham China Southwest Chapter hosted the Green Sports Day & 5K Run at Chengdu International School (CDIS). Families, volunteers, and runners in their favorite green attire gathered for a memorable Sunday morning.
The event began with welcoming remarks from AmCham China Southwest Chapter Manager Wei Wei and CDIS Team Director David Mosher. A group of visually impaired runners also attended the event and some spoke, emphasizing the transformative power of sports and the importance of public welfare.
Fitness coach Ellis led a dynamic warm-up session, followed by engaging balloon activities. Families enjoyed sports and games while the Running Group embarked on a scenic run around the campus.
The visually impaired running group demonstrated how volunteers assist visually impaired runners on complex routes, emphasizing trust and responsibility. Runners completed 2K and 4K Green Run Challenges. First-aid demonstrations equipped participants with CPR skills, empowering them to respond effectively in emergencies.
Thank you to the visually impaired running group for their participation and insights, as well as to CDIS for their support, and special thanks to Grains N’ Beans for providing fantastic food for guests.
A huge thank you to all who joined us for a memorable St Patrick’s Day!