Record Participation in Lyngdal Charity Walk
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Record Participation in Lyngdal Charity Walk
- Approximately 1,400 individuals participated in a recent charity march in Lyngdal, organized by Sparebanken Norge.
- The "Sparebanken Norge-marsjen" is an annual event that began in 2022, allowing local associations and teams to raise funds.
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Lyngdal, Norway – A community event organized by Sparebanken Norge recently saw approximately 1,400 participants, marking a significant turnout for the charity walk. The “Sparebanken Norge-marsjen” encourages local clubs and associations to mobilize their members, with both young and old walking together to raise money.
The concept, which was first introduced in 2022, allows participating organizations to receive funds based on the number of walkers they register. Each participant casts a “vote” for their chosen team or association, and the bank then disburses money accordingly. This initiative is designed to support local communities, providing a valuable fundraising opportunity, particularly for smaller groups. In 2026, Sparebanken Norge plans to distribute approximately 1.5 million Norwegian kroner through this march across various locations.
Einar Foss Kvavik, a financial advisor at Sparebanken Norge, highlighted the event’s role in giving back to local communities, emphasizing that it’s an enjoyable way to distribute funds and create local engagement. The march itself is typically a few kilometers long, making it accessible for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Sparebanken Norge, established on May 2, 2025, through a merger of Sparebanken Vest and Sparebanken Sør, is Norway’s largest savings bank. It serves over 800,000 retail and corporate customers and has 71 branches across Norway. The bank has headquarters in both Bergen and Kristiansand.