Global Shapers Kohima Hub donates Run for Hope 2026 registration proceeds to mental health centres in Nagaland.
DIMAPUR — As a continuation of the community-led efforts of Run for Hope 2026, the Global Shapers Kohima Hub on September 20 handed over the registration proceeds from its five-kilometre community run to two organisations working in the field of mental health and suicide prevention.
The contributions were made to the Gracious Life Foundation in Chümoukedima and the State Mental Health Institute in Kohima, fulfilling the commitment of the hub to direct all registration proceeds towards supporting local mental health initiatives.
According to an update, a total of INR 22,400 was contributed, comprising INR 11,200 in cash to the Gracious Life Foundation, alongside utilities and recreational equipment worth INR 11,200 presented to the State Mental Health Institute, Kohima, as a gesture of support on behalf of all participants.
The handover followed Run for Hope 2026, a 5 km community run organised by the Global Shapers Kohima Hub on September 10 at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in Kohima to commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day.
Held on the theme "Every step gives hope", the initiative mobilised more than 450 individuals, with nearly 200 participants completing the run.
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The event sought to encourage open conversations around mental well-being and suicide prevention while converting community participation into direct support for local mental health efforts.
The organisers noted that the donation represents the collective contribution of everyone who participated, volunteered, supported, and partnered with the run. The initiative was intended not only to raise awareness but also to channel tangible resources towards organisations working directly with communities and individuals affected by mental health concerns.
The Global Shapers Kohima Hub expressed its appreciation to the participants, volunteers, sponsors, partners, and supporters whose contributions enabled the initiative.