Philippines first swim-for-a-cause event raised Php 5 million

The Philippines first swim-for-a-cause event "The Olango Swim Challenge" which was held last May 10 was able to raise Php 5 million for the rehabilitation of the Olango Island, an internationally-protected bird sanctuary in Cebu.

Around 80 swimmers including Akiko Thompson joined the event, cross channeling the waters of Gilutongan Channel which separated Mactan and Olango Island.

Special thanks to Philippine Amateur Swimming Association and Philippine Business for Social Progress for making this event possible.

Hoping that this kind of event would be held regularly so that other islands would also benefit the community based projects by countries top companies.