{"id":1243,"date":"2026-06-09T12:55:06","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T12:55:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bc-hero.lt\/en\/?p=1243"},"modified":"2026-06-09T12:56:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T12:56:33","slug":"over-446-kilometres-covered-in-three-hours-the-hero-business-center-community-raises-funds-for-athletes-with-disabilities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bc-hero.lt\/en\/2026\/06\/09\/over-446-kilometres-covered-in-three-hours-the-hero-business-center-community-raises-funds-for-athletes-with-disabilities\/","title":{"rendered":"Over 446 kilometres covered in three hours: the \u201cHero\u201d business center community raises funds for athletes with disabilities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On Thursday in Vilnius, the 300-metre running track on the terrace of the \u201cHero\u201d business center, developed by real estate (RE) company Realco, turned into a charity track for a day. During the \u201cHero in Motion\u201d event, members of the business center community, joined by friends and partners of the initiative, ran or moved at their own pace. Every lap completed was converted into a \u20ac1 donation to \u201cParadoksas\u201d, a sports club for people with disabilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Around 80 participants took part in the charity run, covering a total distance of 446 kilometres. The overall result was further boosted by companies operating in the business center and by a charitable foundation, with some participants even doubling the amount they had raised. In total, the initiative collected \u20ac3,000, which will be used to finance racing wheelchairs for athletes with disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Gintar\u0117 \u017demait\u0117, Head of Commercial Real Estate Development at Realco, the event demonstrated that movement can be not only a way to improve wellbeing, but also an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis initiative brought together the \u2018Hero\u2019 community around a common goal and showed that making a difference does not necessarily require big steps. Sometimes all it takes is showing up, moving at your own pace, supporting colleagues and becoming part of a collective achievement. It is a simple but powerful example of how people can create change simply by coming together,\u201d says G. \u017demait\u0117.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One participant covered 28 kilometres on his own<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teams from companies based at \u201cHero\u201d took part in the initiative, including employees from law firm \u201cCobalt\u201d, technology company \u201cWire Salad\u201d, global audit, tax and business advisory firm \u201cPwC\u201d, real estate consultancy \u201cColliers\u201d and others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative also brought together the \u201cWild Souls\u201d running club and its founder Vaidas \u017dlabys, the \u201cParadoksas\u201d club, \u201cSwedbank\u201d, Idea Prima and Realco itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among the business center tenants, Baltic States\u2019 largest logistics real estate developer, \u201cSirin Development\u201d, recorded the highest number of completed laps and doubled the amount raised by its employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe value the opportunity to work in an environment that inspires and brings together a like-minded community. When developing logistics parks for our clients, we place great emphasis not only on functionality, but also on people\u2019s comfort. We understand very well that an attractive environment for employees contributes directly to greater efficiency and long-term success,\u201d says Natalija Klimavi\u010dien\u0117, Head of HR at \u201cSirin Development\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With 92 completed laps, \u201cOnlychain Fintech Limited\u201d secured second place. Its employee Ar\u016bnas says he goes to the gym five times a week and regularly covers distances of 15\u201325 kilometres, while also participating in marathons and half-marathons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI do not see myself as a typical runner. Strength, wellbeing and physical fitness matter more to me. I believe sport should be accessible to everyone, and that is exactly what motivated me to take part and support the initiative. \u2018Hero\u2019 is truly unique: you run while seeing all the movement of Vilnius below you, yet you are above it all. The terrace is beautiful and inspiring, and the environment is designed around health and wellbeing. I definitely plan to come back soon \u2013 it is a perfect place to clear your mind,\u201d he shared after the run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cPwC\u201d ranked third in terms of the number of laps completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n