St. George’s, Grenada – May 7th, 2026 – After weeks of engagement, corporate and public support, Grenada Co-operative Bank Limited, organiser of Grenada’s popular walk, is proud to announce that its 2026 15th Pump it Up! Family Fun Walk concluded successfully, raising a total of $56,259 for the Grenada Food and Nutrition Council, its 2026 beneficiary.
From Harvey Vale to Hillsborough in Carriacou and from Point Salines to the National Cricket Stadium in Grenada, thousands of walkers demonstrated their commitment to healthier, vibrant and physically active lifestyles while supporting a meaningful cause.
The 2026 Pump it Up! season officially began in Carriacou on April 19th, raising $2,500 for the Grenada Food and Nutrition Council. Two weeks later, on May 3rd, the Grenada leg of the annual walk attracted more than 4,000 participants. This year, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of its Pump it Up! Family Fun Walks, Co-op Bank introduced a challenge route in Carriacou, and an extended 6-mile regular route as well as a 7.5-mile runners’ route in Grenada.
Speaking at the Pump it Up! closing ceremony on May 3rd, Co-op Bank’s Managing Director, Larry Lawrence, reflected on the journey of the initiative, stating “Exactly fifteen years ago, in 2009, we embarked on a journey to raise awareness about healthy living and to encourage physical activity across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. It was a simple idea with a powerful purpose: to inspire our fellow Grenadians to take a proactive approach to their health.” He added, “Today, as we celebrate 15 years of Pump it Up! we are incredibly proud to witness families, friends, businesses and communities coming together, not just for a walk, but a cause. At Co-op Bank, we firmly believe that when a population is healthy, our nation is stronger. This translates into stronger families, more productive communities and a brighter future for all.”
Ms. Lydia Browne, Chief Executive Officer of Grenada Food and Nutrition Council, officially accepted Co-op Bank’s contribution during the ceremony.Grenada Co-operative Bank Limited expresses sincere gratitude and appreciation to its corporate partners – Jonas Browne and Hubbard (G’da) Ltd, Antillean Group, and Guardian General Insurance (OECS) Ltd – individual donors, as well as the many volunteers and fun walkers who made its 2026 Pump it Up! season a success.
