Part of the proceeds from the latest BOV Colour My Run were donated to Richmond Foundation, supporting the NGO’s ongoing work to promote mental well-being across the community.
The 5K fun run took place in November 2025 and was organised by X-Tribe in collaboration with Colour My Run Malta. It also formed part of the Bank’s well-being challenge, which encourages a more balanced approach to physical, mental and financial health. Part of the proceeds of the event went directly to Richmond Foundation, alongside a donation from Bank of Valletta and contributions from co-sponsors.
BOV CEO Kenneth Farrugia presented the donation to Richmond Foundation CEO Daniela Calleja Bitar during a visit last week, in the presence of Nathan Farrugia, Founder of X-Tribe and Daniel Magrin, Head of Marketing and Product Lifecycle Management at Bank of Valletta.
The Bank’s well-being challenge is about making healthy choices easier to stick to, including looking after your body, taking care of your mind, and staying on top of your finances. By partnering with organisations working in wellness and community support, BOV aims to encourage small, practical steps that can make a real difference.
Kenneth Farrugia said, “We talk a lot about well-being, but it really comes down to everyday life; how we feel, how we cope, and the support we have around us. That’s why we’re proud to back Colour My Run and Richmond Foundation’s work, and to keep encouraging open, stigma-free conversations about mental health. When we pull together as a community, we can make a lasting difference for people and families across Malta.”
Nathan Farrugia, founder of X-Tribe, said the aim is to make movement feel open to everyone. "Mental health is something we all must safeguard. We truly believe that physical and mental health go hand-in-hand and one can be leveraged to boost the other. Our organisation is keen to support the work of the Richmond Foundation in this space, through our Colour My Run event. In this way, not only does this event create joy in the moment, encourage outdoor physical activity and gets families to enjoy time together; it also supports financially. We therefore hope that this event, and others like it, continue to be a trigger for mental health awareness through physical activity.”
Richmond Foundation CEO Daniela Calleja Bitar said: “Colour My Run continues to highlight the strength of our community when it comes together for mental health. This event is a powerful example of what meaningful collaboration can achieve. We sincerely thank Bank of Valletta, sponsors, partners, and the organisers X-Tribe for their invaluable support and commitment to help us continue raising awareness and promoting mental wellbeing, while reminding everyone that no one has to face their challenges alone.”
