Bank of Guam presents Guam Cancer Care and the American Cancer Society with the proceeds raised from the Hagåtña City Run & Block Party. The presentation was made during the Bank’s quarterly Hula-Hoopla Lu’au-Themed Celebration on April 24, 2024.
HAGÅTÑA (BoG) — Bank of Guam announces record-breaking milestones following their Hagåtña City Run and Block Party held on March 9, 2024.
The signature event, now in its 17th year, raised nearly $87,000 through sponsorships, race registration, vendor pledges, beer garden and merchandise sales, and team registration from the Clutch 3×3 Basketball Tournament — all of which reported its biggest number in years.
A check for 100% of all cash donations and proceeds totaling $79,635, was presented to the event’s two beneficiaries, the Guam Chapter of the American Cancer Society and Guam Cancer Care, at the Bank’s recent quarterly celebration in front of over 300 Bank of Guam employees.
“It is always heartwarming to see our community come together for a cause, especially one that hits so close to home for so many,” said Joaquin P. L.G. Cook, president and chief executive officer, Bank of Guam.
“The fight against cancer is an ongoing, community battle. Events like ours give us an opportunity to celebrate this fight and remind all our cancer survivors, warriors, caretakers, and families that there is hope and they are not alone,” he added.
“We are so grateful for the generosity of our partners and the hard work of our employees and volunteers that worked to make this year’s Hagåtña City Run & Block Party bigger and better than it’s ever been,” Cook said.
Here’s a breakdown of the Hagåtña City & Run Block Party highlights:
• The event featured an unforgettable sunset 5K taking runners through the heart of Hagåtña. More than 1,300 runners registered for the race — an increase from last year, and the highest for the Hagåtña City Run & Block Party for nearly a decade.
• A total of 42 of the fastest finishers were recognized in their respective age divisions with Hugh Kent finishing first overall, Derek Mandell finishing second, and Ryan Matienzo finishing third.
• A celebration of local talent brought live music and energy throughout the night featuring Pop Rocks & Soda, The John Dank Show, SKIP Entertainment Company, DJ Sylnt, JED, and DJ Lil Meish.
• A total of 47 food trucks, novelty vendors, non-profit organizations and amusement vendors were on full display, showcasing and celebrating the best of Guam products and services.
• A total of 27 teams participated in the Clutch 3×3 Basketball Tournament featuring some of Guam’s best boys and girls middle school players.
• The event featured over 300 volunteers from Bank of Guam employees, community and business partners, and Guam’s public and private schools.
• Thousands of families and friends attended and partied for a purpose throughout the night.
The celebration was made possible through the generosity and support from community partners, most especially our sponsors. Thank you to the following:
• Platinum Sponsors: ASC Trust, Guam Auto Spot, Docomo Pacific Business, GTA, Guam Visitors Bureau, IP&E, PHR Micronesia, Inc. (Country Club of the Pacific, Hilton Guam Resort & Spa, Hyatt Regency Guam, Pacific Islands Club, Hotel Nikko Guam, The Tsubaki Tower, Rihga Royal Laguna Guam Resort), TakeCare, Wendy’s and Cold Stone Creamery, and Custom Fitness Guam
• Gold Sponsors: Calvo’s SelectCare, Cars Plus, M80 Systems, Health City, Smithbridge Guam, Paradise Fitness and Paradise Premium, Rice & Ramen
• Silver Sponsors: Ada’s Trust & Investment, Inc., AM Insurance, Matson, McDonald’s, Pay-Less Supermarkets, JIF and TropiCool Ice, South Pacific Petroleum Corporation, and Triple J Enterprises
• Concession Sponsors: Ambros (Arizona Hard, Deep Eddy Vodka, Michelob Ultra), Island Beverage Distributors (Heineken and Espolon Tequila), and Glimpses of Guam (BodyArmor, Coca-Cola, Foremost, Good to Go Rides and Powerade)
• In-Kind Sponsors: Ajisen Ramen, Baldyga Group (Karera and Taotao Tasi), California Pizza Kitchen, International Distributors, Infusion, IT&E, Royal Pacific Motors Yamaha, Run Guam, Tony Roma’s, United Airlines, Vantage Media, Title Guaranty
