Santa on a mission! Watch a Maltese runner’s 24-hour challenge to deliver care packages to those in need
Stephen Sammut Nurminen, known as Move with Steve on Instagram, transformed Christmas Eve into a day of extraordinary giving and endurance. Taking on a 24-hour challenge, he ran from Bangkok to Petchaburi, combining his passion for pushing physical limits with a mission to spread kindness and give back to the community.
This was no ordinary run. Along his route, Stephen stopped at 7-Eleven stores to purchase food, drinks, and essential items, which he turned into care packs for those in need. These care packs became symbols of hope, distributed to people he encountered on the streets during his journey.
By the time his run concluded, 46 of the 50 care packs had been handed directly to individuals in need. The remaining packs found a heartwarming purpose as snacks, juices, and chocolate milk for a busload of schoolchildren.
For Stephen, this journey was about far more than running - it was about fostering connection and uplifting spirits through small but meaningful acts of kindness. Each step represented a commitment to making the world a little brighter, one interaction at a time.
Reflecting on his achievement, Stephen shared his gratitude in an Instagram reel, thanking everyone who supported his mission.
‘Thank you to everyone who supported this mission. Together, we’ve made a difference, one small act at a time,’ he wrote.
His story is a reminder of the power of combining determination and compassion, proving that even an individual’s effort can ripple out to inspire and uplift many.
Well done, Stephen!