Colour My Run brings colour, energy and community spirit
Around 1,500 people took part on the 5km fun run
Bank of Valletta has supported this year’s Colour My Run, which brought together families, colleagues and friends for a morning dedicated to movement and fun. Held on November 2, the event welcomed around 1,500 participants for a 5km fun run between Fort Manoel and Gżira.
With his opening address, BOV CEO Kenneth Farrugia set the tone for a morning focused on well-being, togetherness and positivity. Sharing his appreciation for everyone who contributed towards making this event happen, Farrugia said: “Our role sees us investing in the well-being and knowledge of our communities. Colour My Run gave us the perfect platform to support a morning of health and joy while also introducing BOV Astro Saver and our work in financial education. We remain committed to giving families the tools they need to thrive.”
Nathan Farrugia, organiser of the event, reiterated: “We are grateful to all the participants who chose to spend their Sunday morning at the marvellous Fort Manoel with us. We hope our team of volunteers and crew managed to sprinkle some colour and happiness into their lives, at least for a moment. Mental health is a key value we believe is nurtured through healthy lifestyles, laughter and social gatherings, so this drives our commitment to organise these events.
A lively warm-up session got everyone moving before participants made their way to the fort’s exit to kick off the run.
Our role sees us investing in the well-being of our communities
The 5km route offered beautiful views and plenty of cheerful moments, with colour throws, music and smiling volunteers creating a friendly and uplifting atmosphere for all ages.
One of the highlights was the SkolaSajf competition announcement, where BOV unveiled its new financial literacy mascot, BOV Astro Saver.
Over summer, the competition invited children to design a mascot that helps other children understand basic financial concepts in a simple, fun and visual way. The winning design came from nine-year-old Lucas Mamo from Vittoriosa Primary, who received a €100 One4All voucher.
Lucas’s creation, BOV Astro Saver, now forms part of the bank’s Smart Savers campaign, supporting children and adolescents as they learn the importance of saving and budgeting.
Children and families also enjoyed taking photos with a life-size Astro Saver cutout, with the BOV team capturing and printing the photos on the spot, a small keepsake from a colourful day out.
The bank organised several touchpoints and activities throughout the morning. A colourful 3x3m photo wall that proved incredibly popular with families, colleagues and running groups. Members of the BOV team showcased the ‘Spot the Scam’ quiz, helping to raise awareness about online fraud and digital safety. The first three participants with correct answers received €60 One4All vouchers, awarded instantly on the spot. There was also a QR Code competition, where participants scanned the Digital Team’s t-shirts for the chance to enter an online prize draw to win MacBooks.
Nathan Farrugia thanked the sponsors, authorities and partners for their “continuous and enthusiastic” support. The bank also extended its thanks to Farrugia, all the volunteers, partners, authorities and participants who contributed to “yet another memorable edition of Colour My Run”.