600,000 Hryvnias Raised for the 122nd Brigade at Odesa Half Marathon of Resilience

Odesa Half Marathon of Resilience 2026

According to Федерація Легкої Атлетики: Held in Odesa, the Odesa Half Marathon of Resilience 2026 attracted 3,566 participants from 18 different countries. The event successfully raised 600,000 hryvnias to support the 122nd Separate Territorial Defense Brigade. The race was organized in partnership with Run Ukraine, which also played a role in hosting the Club Championship of Ukraine in road running.

Championship Results

Nine teams competed in the championship, which was organized by the Athletics Federation of Ukraine and Run Ukraine. The winning team was Nyzhnyk Team. Among the half marathon participants, 232 were active members of Ukraine's Defense Forces.

• Men's Category:
  • Ivan Strebkov - 1:08:07
  • Dmytro Siruk - 1:08:13
  • Mykola Nyzhnyk - 1:08:22
• Women's Category:
  • Sofia Harmash - 1:14:42
  • Olha Nyzhnyk - 1:16:18
  • Anna Shustova - 1:17:52

This half marathon was not just a sporting event but also a critical charitable initiative aimed at supporting Ukrainian military personnel. The funds raised highlight the unity and solidarity of everyone who took part in this important cause.

The Resilience Half Marathon 2026 shows how sports can serve both competition and vital social missions. The large number of international participants underscores global solidarity with Ukraine as it faces ongoing challenges. The money raised for military support reflects the power of collective effort in difficult times.

In addition to the impressive fundraising efforts at the Odesa Half Marathon, initiatives to support Ukraine's military continue to thrive. For instance, the national team's recent donation of vacuum pumps to a military hospital in Lviv exemplifies the collective commitment to aiding those who serve. Such contributions reinforce the importance of community support during these challenging times.