The 2025 Med Steps 5 Challenge, organised by HM Prison Officers, raised over £28,000 with more than 720 people taking part in support of Cancer Relief Gibraltar.

A statement from the Med Steps 5 Challenge follows below:

The 2025 Med Steps 5 Challenge, organised by HM Prison Officers, has raised a phenomenal £28,900 and smashed participation records, with more than 720 people taking part in support of Cancer Relief Gibraltar.

Over the past ten years, the event has grown into a landmark occasion, drawing participants across generations and fitness abilities to the Mediterranean Steps. It represents far more than a physical challenge it is a community day of support and solidarity for those living with cancer and their families in Gibraltar.

"We are overwhelmed by the incredible turnout and generosity shown this year," said Rowena Wallace, Fundraising Manager at Cancer Relief. "The Med Steps 5 Challenge continues to grow, not just in numbers, but in the heart and community spirit behind it. Every pound raised goes directly to helping people face cancer in Gibraltar. We're truly grateful to all who made it possible."

This year's success was made possible thanks to the tireless efforts of the organising team, dedicated volunteers, and generous event sponsors — including Chestertons Gibraltar, Sovereign Wealth, Image Graphics, and LiveScore Gibraltar — who supported HM Prison Officers in delivering this incredible fundraiser.

Mark Cooper, speaking on behalf of the dedicated team at HM Prison who organised the event, said:

"It's always humbling to see so many people turn up year after year, motivated by the same cause — supporting Cancer Relief and those they care for. What started as a simple idea has grown into something truly special. We're proud to be part of it and deeply thankful to the event sponsors as well as everyone who took part, donated, or helped make it happen."

Every step taken up the Med Steps 5 Challenge helps Cancer Relief continue to provide free, essential services — including nursing care, practical and emotional support, Day Service, and more — to those navigating cancer and their families in Gibraltar.

To every walker, sponsor, donor, and supporter — thank you. You've made a real difference.