Help Us Restore Historic Sokol Halls

For generations, Sokol halls have been places for movement, connection, and shared experiences. To ensure they continue serving children, adults, and seniors for decades to come, this year’s Sokol Run of the Republic is supporting the Sokol Renewal Fund. Every contribution helps preserve spaces where movement brings entire communities together.

Sokol Halls: The Heart of Our Communities

Through its local branches, the Czech Sokol Organization manages around seven hundred Sokol halls across the country. Many have been serving their communities for more than a century—the oldest was built in 1863, and even the newest date back to before 1948.

Yet Sokol halls are much more than just gymnasiums. They host sports training, cultural events, and local gatherings. In many towns and villages, they serve as the natural heart of community life.

However, their advanced age brings a growing need for repairs. While local branches manage many tasks on their own, major renovations are often beyond their means.

How the Sokol Renewal Fund Helps

The Sokol Renewal Fund gathers resources dedicated to the repair and renovation of Sokol halls. Every Sokol member contributes 100 CZK each year, raising over 15 million CZK annually.

Although the state, regions, cities, and municipalities also support the restoration of these buildings, the needs of hundreds of historic Sokol halls are far greater. That is why the Sokol Run of the Republic is joining the effort to support the fund in 2026.

How You Can Help

You can contribute to the Sokol Renewal Fund directly when registering for the Sokol Run of the Republic 2026. Simply choose your contribution amount in the race registration form.

All funds raised will be transferred to the transparent bank account of the Sokol Renewal Fund, where their use can be publicly tracked. Every contribution helps preserve Sokol halls as vibrant places for movement and community for generations to come.

We run for everyone who comes after us!

On October 28, we celebrate the founding of the Republic together through movement. This year, we are also supporting the buildings where movement, solidarity, and volunteerism become a part of everyday life.

We run for Sokol halls. For the people who care for them. And for everyone who will practice sports in them after us.

Total raised so far: 20,050 CZK (as of August 11, 2026)