Run for the fun

Students at St Francis De Sales Primary School in Lynbrook have raised almost $7000 for their school after hosting a CUA School Fun Run.
The students got out into the community and garnered local support for their cause through community interaction and engagement.
The fun run not only engaged the students in a healthy activity, but also promoted responsible financial management and goal-setting.
“Not only could everyone get out of the classroom and exercise, but the students were keen to set and meet their fund-raising targets so they could earn prizes like scooters and sporting equipment, which of course promote further healthy activity,” fun run organiser Brooke said.
“Parents enthusiastically supported the initiative as it steered their kids away from traditional fund-raising efforts which often involve selling junk food.”
The CUA Fun Run also promotes healthy habits at home by providing students and parents with tools and tips to encourage families to embrace a healthy lifestyle.
The national program has assisted schools all over Australia to raise more than $90 million over 30 years to purchase learning equipment and upgrade school facilities.
Jo Kearney, CUA Chief of Corporate Affairs and Community, said the company was proud to have supported the School Fun Run initiative for the last nine years.
“CUA supports our members to reach their financial goals and look after their health needs,” Ms Kearney said.
“Similarly, the CUA School Fun Runs help kids learn about setting and achieving financial goals and establishing healthy habits that will stay with them throughout their lives.”