A 24 Hour, 200KM Challenge with a Million Dirham Mission
On November 20th 2025 at 8pm, Sam McCone, the owner of McCone Properties, will attempt a UAE first, running 200 kilometres straight in 24 hours on Kite Beach to raise AED 1 million for The Sparkle Foundation.
His mission is to build a new school in Malawi, transforming thousands of children’s lives through education, healthcare, and nutrition.
A UK, US and UAE registered charity operating in Malawi, The Sparkle Foundation empowers communities through education, healthcare, nutrition, and empowerment.
Over the past decade, Sparkle has transformed 30,000 lives and aims to reach 100,000 lives by 2030 through sustainable community development
Together, We Can Make a Difference
By joining this movement, your organisation helps deliver education, opportunity, and hope to thousands of children in Malawi.
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HI Uncle Sam, You are a legend! Thank you for doing something so cool that will change people's lives. I can't wait to see you soon. Love Koa
May Jesus bless this project
Sam - you’re an inspiration
Incredible run, well done mate.
Great cause and big respect.. you are a hero!
An incredible challenge Sam - you are amazing
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