Kuwait " 8 March 2011: Gulf Bank today announced that it is the main sponsor of Kuwait's first ever half marathon. The 21 km run will take place on the Gulf Road on Saturday, 19 March, and will be part of a charity drive conducted on behalf of Bayt Abdullah Children's Hospice (BAACH).

As part of its commitment towards BAACH, Gulf Bank has also encouraged staff to participate in the event, and has entered a company team into the race.  Citizens and residents of Kuwait can still enter by registering at the Sea club in Al Bidaa, Extreme Sports and TGI Fridays.  All participants in the race will start and end the race at Marina Crescent.

Fawzy Al-Thunayan, General Manager, Board Affairs at Gulf Bank said: "We are very pleased to be so closely involved in this event and urge our customers and Kuwait's citizens and residents to get involved in support of BAACH.  For those entering the race there will be plenty of water stations, energy drinks, security marshals and medical teams all along the route. Not only does this support a good cause, but this is also a perfect opportunities for individuals and families to enjoy some exercise and a day out together. "

Gulf Bank is committed to supporting events that benefit to the Kuwaiti community.  The Bank's sees its role as a socially responsible leading Kuwaiti financial institution which provides leadership, and practical support and encouragement to all groups within Kuwait's diverse community.

Fawzy Al-Thunayan, General Manager of Board Affairs at Gulf Bank