Walking Month 2026: More than a Billion Steps Turned into Positive Impact

Walking Month 2026 has come to an end, leaving behind far more than impressive numbers. It leaves a legacy of generosity, teamwork, and positive impact created by thousands of people who chose to walk with purpose and support causes that matter. 

What started as a friendly walking competition in Betfair Romania Development, once again grew into a powerful movement for community and giving. Across seven locations, colleagues, friends, family members, and partner companies joined forces to support meaningful local causes. 

Together, we achieved extraordinary results. 

Walking Together Across Continents 

For the first time, Walking Month took place in seven locations across the globe: Cluj, Sofia, Porto, Hyderabad, London, Dublin and Leeds. Throughout the competition, 3,680 participants turned their daily walks, runs, and active moments into support for meaningful causes, proving that every step can contribute to positive change. 

By the end of Walking Month 2026, our community had accumulated an incredible total of 1,328,538,162 steps. That's more than one billion steps taken with purpose. 

Supporting Meaningful Local Causes 

The true success of Walking Month is measured not only in steps, but in the impact those steps create. 

Across all participating locations, Walking Month raised more than €125,000 for local charities and non-profit organizations dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities. 

Cluj - Educalise NGO 

Educalise works to improve access to practical and relevant educational opportunities for children and young people from rural communities, helping them build the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed for the future. Through this partnership, every participant contributed to supporting initiatives that can create lasting change.  

Porto - Associação Salvador 

A Portuguese non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the inclusion of people with motor disabilities through the power of adapted sports. 

Sofia - BCause Foundation 

The "Our Parents" Fund, managed by BCause Foundation, a recognized leader in philanthropy with more than 30 years of experience, supports elderly people living alone or facing health challenges, helping improve their quality of life and well-being. 

Hyderabad - Aditya Mehta Foundation 

An Indian organization dedicated to empowering para-athletes by providing end-to-end support, from talent discovery to championship success. 

London & Leeds - Young Lives vs Cancer 

A UK charity supporting children and young people up to the age of 25 who are affected by cancer, along with their families. Its mission is to ensure that every young person diagnosed with cancer receives the emotional, practical, financial, and personalized support they need throughout their journey. 

Dublin - Cancer Fund for Children 

An all-island charity providing emotional, social, and therapeutic support to children, young people, and families impacted by cancer. Through specialist services delivered across Ireland, the organization helps young people build resilience, find connection, and navigate some of life's most difficult moments. 

A Celebration of Impact in Cluj 

In Cluj, Walking Month concluded with a special gala that brought together participants, partners, sponsors, and supporters to celebrate the impact our community created throughout the competition. 

The evening was an opportunity to look back on an incredible journey and recognize the collective effort behind this year's results. From colleagues forming teams and motivating one another, to families, friends, and partner companies joining the challenge, every contribution helped turn daily movement into meaningful change. 

Thanks to the extraordinary commitment of our participants, we are proud to announce that 619,000 RON will be donated to Educalise NGO, supporting educational opportunities for children and young people from rural communities. This contribution will help Educalise continue its mission of providing access to practical learning experiences, personal development opportunities, and the resources needed to build brighter futures. 

None of this would have been possible without the support of our sponsors and partners. Through their generosity, trust, and commitment to giving back, they helped expand the impact of Walking Month and played an essential role in the success of this year's edition. 

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all participating teams. Through their enthusiasm, dedication, and team spirit, they transformed a friendly competition into a powerful force for good. Together, they showed that when a community rallies behind a shared cause, even the smallest steps can lead to extraordinary outcomes. 

The Cluj Gala was not only a celebration of results, but also a reminder of what we can achieve when we come together with a common purpose: creating positive change in our local community. ❤️ 

One Community, One Purpose 

More than a competition, Walking Month is a reminder of what can be achieved when people come together for a cause they believe in. This year's results reflect the dedication, generosity, and spirit of every person who took part. 

To everyone who walked, encouraged others, volunteered, supported the initiative, or contributed along the way: thank you! Together, we turned everyday actions into something truly meaningful.️