National Climbing for Pancreatic Cancer Coalition — How It Works
Climb for a Cure. Climb for Hope.
The National Climbing for Pancreatic Cancer Coalition, founded by Everclimb, will launch in January 2026. It is a nationwide movement uniting climbers, gyms, guides, brands, and outdoor communities in the fight against pancreatic cancer. The Coalition’s flagship event, National Climb for Pancreatic Cancer Day, will be held each year on the second Saturday in November. It will transform every climb into a step toward awareness, early detection, and hope for families across the country. While November is the primary national event, the Coalition will also support seasonal events throughout the year — Climbing Awareness Day in April, Climb for Hope Weekend in September, and additional partner-run events at any time — creating a rhythm of impact that keeps the mission alive year-round.
Seasonal and Coalition Events
• April — Climbing Awareness Day
• September — Climb for Hope Weekend
• Additional partner events hosted anytime throughout the year
How It Works
Participants register individually or as a team through
Ever-climb.com or partnering gyms. Each climber sets a personal
goal — for example, the number of routes, boulder problems, or pitches they plan to complete on Climb for Cancer Day. Before the event, climbers invite friends, family, or sponsors to pledge a donation per climb completed.
Example pledges:
- $1 per climb
- $3 per climb
- $5 per climb
- or any custom amount
At the end of the day, climbers tally their climbs, and sponsors donate their pledged amount directly to PanCAN through a secure link provided by Everclimb. 100% of all donations go directly to PanCAN to fund research, early detection, and patient support.
Example: If a climber completes 30 routes and their sponsor pledges $5 per climb, that single climber raises $150 for PanCAN. Multiply that across hundreds of climbers nationwide — and every gym, crag, and community together can make a profound difference.
The Goal
Through this shared purpose, the National Climbing for Pancreatic Cancer Coalition builds a community that climbs not just for sport but for strength, remembrance, and hope. Every hold, route, and summit represents another life touched by pancreatic cancer — and another step toward a cure.
Get Involved
Join the Climb
Donate directly to PanCAN (https://pancan.org/donate)
