Glasgow’s Kiltwalk has raised \u00a33 million as 19,000 walkers hit the streets to support 1100 charities.<\/p>\n
Scotland\u2019s Kiltwalk has smashed fundraising records, raising a remarkable \u00a353 million for over 4000 Scottish charities over the past decade.<\/p>\n
The turnout was so huge that organisers extended the event to two days, making it the biggest Kiltwalk in history.<\/p>\n
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READ MORE:\u00a0<\/strong>Top comedian spotted joining Glasgow\u2019s Kiltwalk<\/a><\/p>\n Sir Tom Hunter, whose Hunter Foundation underwrites the Kiltwalk to ensure 100% of donations plus Gift Aid go directly to charities, celebrated the milestone:<\/p>\n He said: \u201cIn the 10 years that The Hunter Foundation has been involved with Kiltwalk, you and our foundation have raised an incredible \u00a353 million for 4000 Scottish charities.<\/p>\n \u201cI believe the magic of Kiltwalk is quite simple: in every community across Scotland, there are people who need a wee hand up, and there are good folks like you who get up in the morning and help them.<\/p>\n “All the Kiltwalk does is simply connect you. There isn\u2019t a prouder Scotsman on the planet than me this morning.\u201d<\/p>\n READ MORE:\u00a0<\/strong>Glasgow pop icon Lulu set to receive prestigious award<\/a><\/p>\n Russell Borrie, leading sponsor Arnold Clark\u2019s CEO, praised the walkers for their impact across Scottish communities, while TV<\/a> presenter Paddy McGuinness rallied the crowd at the starting line.<\/p>\n Beneficiaries of Kiltwalk’s fundraising power include Glasgow Children\u2019s Hospital Charity<\/a>, which has received over \u00a31.5 million from nearly 6500 walkers.<\/p>\n Chief executive Kirsten Watson called Kiltwalk “a beacon of hope” for Scottish charities.<\/p>\n (Image: Supplied)<\/p>\n