Over 13,000 people put on tartan and walked, skipped and ran their way to complete their individual challenges.
The Kiltwalk started on Friday and ended today with everyone taking part in small groups.
This weekend replaced the final Kiltwalk which would have been held in Edinburgh. As most charities have been losing fundraising income during the lockdown, kiltwalkers were encouraged to do their own thing wherever they lived in Scotland.
Sir Tom Hunter said: “I know we’ve not been able to walk together this year which is a shame, but my goodness, have you folks in Scotland got out, hopped, skipped, jumped and walked for the charities that you care about, and it’s brilliant!
“So far, this year we’ve helped over 900 different Scottish charities and raised £3 million – that’s £1.5 million from you and £1.5 million from The Hunter Foundation. There has never been a time when the folks who need it most need your help, and Scotland has come together. It absolutely warms the cockles of my heart, so thank you so much for your Kiltwalk Kindness.”
Kiltwalk CEO, Paul Cooney said: “It was amazing to see so many people getting involved in our virtual event. Our fantastic Kiltwalkers brought some cheer to their local communities over the weekend and their Kiltwalk Kindness will deliver a welcome boost to Scottish charities when the funds they’re raising are distributed later this month.”
Fundraising for the Virtual Kiltwalk Weekend is set to continue until 21 September. Following this date Sir Tom Hunter, through The Hunter Foundation, will top up by 50% the total amount raised, with every penny going to cash-strapped charities which have been struggling amid the pandemic.
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