Join the Climb to End Pancreatic Cancer

— by Everclimb LLC —

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This coming January 2026, Everclimb will launch the National Climbing for Pancreatic Cancer Coalition (NCPCC) — a movement uniting climbers, gyms, and outdoor communities across the country to raise awareness and support for Pancreatic Cancer through the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN).

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Pancreatic cancer claims the lives of nearly 50,000 Americans every year. With a five-year survival rate of just 10%, it remains one of the world’s deadliest major cancers. Through climbing, community, and shared purpose, we believe we can help change that.​

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Why We Climb

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Everclimb founder John Cooper knows firsthand the physical and emotional toll of pancreatic disease. After surviving a life-threatening medical emergency and undergoing a Whipple surgery, John turned his recovery into a mission — using climbing as both a symbol and a tool for hope.

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His experience inspired the creation of the NCPCC — not to center one story, but to invite everyone’s story into the climb for awareness, strength, and perseverance. 

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John says, “Climbing became my way of fighting back, a way to rebuild strength, renew purpose, and find hope again — one deliberate move at a time. It’s not just about the mountain in front of you — it’s about what you overcome inside.” 

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That journey led to the creation of the NCPCC, built on Everclimb’s core values: Equip, Endure, Excel.

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• Equip yourself with courage and faith.
• Endure through uncertainty and challenge.
• Excel in hope — not just for yourself, but for others still facing their climb.​​

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“Climbing helped me heal,” John says. “It reminded me that progress isn’t measured by speed — it’s measured by faith and the will to keep moving.”

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​Together, We Climb for Hope

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Everclimb’s vision is simple: to transform passion for climbing into a force for good. Through the National Climbing for Pancreatic Cancer Coalition, every climb matters. Whether you’re bouldering in your local gym, leading a trad route, or standing on a summit — dedicate your climb to someone affected by pancreatic cancer and help raise awareness.

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We’re building a community that reaches higher — for awareness, for hope, and for a cure. Join us for the climb, and help turn every route, pitch, and summit into progress. To donate directly to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, visit https://pancan.org/donate