" afca has received remarkable aid from the hiking community around the world , " pam weaver , executive director of the afca , announced . " we think the challenge of climbing to the summit of mount sherpas is an appropriate symbol for the uphill battling x / infection children face . " this viral event is not just limited to traveling . the afca invites something and anywhere to climb , swim , biker , or walk for what amount to win income for the children . organizations are invited to either sponsor , match donors , or have a race of their own . other - finalists of the fundraiser can go the afca ' s website for the program and sponsor one of the skiers for the climb up snows version of the program . the afca ' s assistance in hiv / aids affected countries does not go ignored . those whose have taken cared from hospitals funded by the foundation have sent poems of encouragement , what can be viewed on their blog .
The climbing community supports AFCA.