SunPIOLOgy 2012 Trio: Rave, run, and raise funds for a cause

PIOLO PASCUAL wants you to run with him

MANILA, Philippines—Imagine a thousand pairs of feet rushing amidst the sunset. Feel the adrenaline racing through their veins. See passion come to life in a race to help reach the dreams of the next generation.

On its 3^rd year, SunPIOLOgy 2012 enjoins everyone to rave and run to raise funds for a cause as Sun Life Financial-Philippines collaborates once again with Piolo Pascual’s Hebreo Foundation.

Rave for art

The triology opens on December 10 with a benefit exhibit to be unveiled at the lobby of the newly-inaugurated Sun Life Centre, a pioneering green structure in Bonifacio Global City.

Themed “Panoramic Portals,” the 24-piece visual piece features Pascual’s latest photo collection side by side with original artworks hand-drawn by a Hebreo scholar who happens to be an upcoming artist as well. Using old masters classic strokes, the paintings would illuminate Piolo’s different persona in and out of the limelight.

“This is an exciting twist for SunPIOLOgy as we help showcase one’s talent so that he can continue his education.  I hope this exhibit will be a treat for collectors and art enthusiasts who are on the lookout for promising artists,” shares the Hebreo Foundation founder.

The SunPIOLOgy 2012 Exhibit will be on display at the lobby of Sun Life Centre from December 11 until the eve of the photographer’s birthday on January 12, 2012. Online bidding to own a PIOLO original is available within the same period.

Run to raise funds

Next to kick off is the “Sunset Run” which celebrates good health and the exhilaration of conquering one’s goals and aspirations, no matter the distance. “Running is a meditation for me, a time to think and just let myself go. It is also a challenge to see how far I can go,” says Piolo, who is a triathlete and a competitive runner.

On December 10 at 3 p.m., the race will begin with a Vertical Run at the Sun Life Centre at the corner of 5^th avenue and Rizal drive. Road races for 3k, 5k and 10k distances will commence one after the other a few blocks away at the 11^th Avenue, North Bonifacio.  A 500-M costume run is open for kids age 5-10 years old.

Registration has been extended up to November 26 and is being accepted in Toby’s, Runnr and Urban Athletics outlets in Alabang Town Center, Bonifacio High Street, Shangri-la Mall, TriNoma, Greenbelt and Glorietta .

The Sunset Run is a project of Sun Life Financial with St. Luke’s Medical Center and Sun Life Foundation as co-presentors and Canon Philippines and Jewelmer as Major Sponsors. Official timer is Timex while Powerade is the official hydration. Event Sponsors include Jewelmer, Newton Running Shoes, TCL LCD TV, Centrum, Clear,and Sky Travel. Media partners are ABS-CBN, CCPMG, 94.7 Jam Radio, 89.9 Magic and DMC Graphics, Lodestar and Outcomm.

Raise funds for education

“Our collaboration with Piolo, which we have called SunPIOLOgy, is growing stronger now that we’re on our third year.  The more than a million pesos we have raised so far benefited many indigent but deserving students under Hebreo Foundation. With this year’s Sunset Run, we again encourage everyone to support our cause for education while also engaging in an active and healthy lifestyle,” says Sun Life Philippines Chief Marketing Officer Mylene Lopa.

“We invite Filipinos to live the spirit of generosity during the holidays. Let us make SunPIOLOgy 2012 a rousing success, beginning with your participation in the Sunset Run and our Benefit Exhibit,”concludes Piolo.

Prizes at stake include Jewelmer (P100,000-worth) items, LCD TV, Timex Watches, Newton Shoes, SunPIOLOgy autographed and framed photo and 1-M Pro-Family Insurance from Sun Life. (advt)

For inquiries, you may e-mail [email protected] or call 0927-8756671. Visit sunpiology.com for updates.