" afca has received tremendous support from the climbing public around the globe , " neil weaver , executive director of the afca , reported . " we thought the challenge of climbing to the summit of mount kilimanjaro is an appropriate flag for the uphill fights co / aids children face . " this viral event is not just specific to climbing . the afca hosts something and everyone to climb , hike , bike , or run for certain range to raise income for the victims . corporations are free to neither sponsor , couple donations , or organize a team of their own . semi - participants of the fundraiser can view the afca ' s web for the program and sponsor one of the climbers for the climb up kilimanjaro part of the program . the afca ' s assistance in hiv / e stricken zones does not go unnoticed . children who have receives care from institutions financed by the organization have sent letters of thanking , which can be purchased on their website .
The climbing community supports AFCA.