KINGSTON, Jamaica — The 2026 staging of the Sagicor SIGMA Corporate Run raised more than J$152 million, exceeding its ambitious J$150 million target for beneficiaries in western Jamaica, organisers announced Sunday.

With this staging, the run also delivered another landmark achievement, surpassing $1 billion raised since its inception, Sagicor Foundation Jamaica said.

Held under the theme, “Run for the West,” the 28th staging focused on restoring five schools in western Jamaica that were damaged by Hurricane Melissa: Hopewell High School in Hanover, Green Pond High School in St James, Little London High School in Westmoreland, Salt Marsh Primary and Infant School in Trelawny, and Mayfield Primary and Infant School in St Elizabeth.

Christopher Zacca, President and CEO of Sagicor Group Jamaica and Chairman of Sagicor Foundation Jamaica, described the accomplishment as a powerful reflection of national unity.

“Crossing the J$1 billion mark is not just a record-breaking milestone; it is a testament to the compassion, generosity, and collective spirit of the Jamaican people. Year after year, SIGMA proves what we can achieve when we come together for a shared purpose, transforming lives and strengthening communities across our nation,” he said

Zacca noted that for 2026, organisers knew they had to test the limits to support children in the west.

“And I’m so happy that Jamaican’s locally and across the diaspora, as well as our friends regionally and internationally, supported in such a big way,” said Zacca.

Funds raised will support critical repairs to infrastructure including roofs, classrooms, sanitation facilities, electrical systems, windows, doors, and water storage, helping thousands of students return to safe, functional learning environments.

The milestone reinforces the event’s legacy as the Caribbean’s largest and most impactful road race, powered by national participation and generosity. This year saw a record 30,939 registrants, a remarkable feat the event has consistently achieved in recent years.

Since its launch in 1999, the run has supported over 35 charities and national initiatives, delivering vital assistance to hospitals, schools, and vulnerable populations across Jamaica.

Adding to the excitement on race day were patrons Oblique Sevillle, Olympian and 100m World Champion; Lisa Hanna, former Cabinet minister and former Miss World; and Kemar ‘Ding Dong’ Ottey, recording artiste, whose support helped rally national participation and visibility for the cause.

On Sunday, Garfield Gordon crossed the line in a time of 16 minutes 57 seconds, securing the top male spot, while Dandie Williams finished in 22 minutes 35 seconds to win the female category.

The 28th staging of the Sagicor SIGMA Corporate Run surpassed its ambitious target by raising J$152,010,736.48 under the theme “Run for the West”. The symbolic cheque presentation happened at the Knutsford Boulevard start line. (From left) Daidre Sloley-Mckay, Vice President, Group Marketing, Sagicor Group Jamaica; Latoya Harris-Ghartey, Executive Director, National Education Trust (NET); Christopher Zacca, President & CEO of Sagicor Group Jamaica and Chairman of Sagicor Foundation Jamaica; principals of the beneficiary schools, Marion White-Cuff (acting), Mayfield Primary and Infant School; Garfield James, Principal of Little London High School; Oraine Ebanks, Green Pond High School; Venesha Brown-Gordon (acting), Salt Marsh Primary and Infant School; Minister for Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Honourable Dana Morris Dixon; Rhoda Moy-Crawford, Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Youth, Skills and Information of Jamaica and Nicole Campbell Robinson, Vice President – Communications, Digital Media & CSR, Sagicor Group Jamaica.