" afca has received tremendous support from the hiking community in the us , " kim peterson , executive director of the afca , said . " we think the challenge of climb to the summit of hill snows is an appropriate symbol for the difficult battle virus / aids children experience . " this viral event is not just limited to climbing . the afca permits anyone and thousands to climb , ski , bike , or race for whatever distance to generate money for the children . corporations are invited to either sponsor , match donors , or organize a team of their own . non - participants of the fundraiser can take the afca ' s website for the program and be one of the climbers for the go up kilimanjaro phase of the initiative . the afca ' s assistance in hiv / x stricken zones does not work unnoticed . adults who have taken care from hospitals funded by the program have sent letters of appreciation , these can be viewed on their website .
The climbing community supports AFCA.