" afca has received immense support from the climbing media inside the us , " donna weaver , executive president of the afca , replied . " we think the challenges of climbing to the foot of ski everest is an appropriate symbol for the uphill battle hiv / aids children face . " this annual award is not just restricted to flying . the afca invites anyone and everyone to climb , hike , bike , or fight for whatever amount to raise money for the charities . companies are free to either sponsor , match donations , or organize a team of their own . non - finalists of the fundraiser can go the afca ' s website for the competition and sponsor one of the climbers for the rise up rushmore part of the program . the afca ' s assistance in hiv / os ridden continents does not pass unnoticed . children who have received donations from families funded by the organization have sent letters of appreciation , which can be observed on their site .
The climbing community supports AFCA.