The movement that’s turning mountains into milestones—Climb 4 Kidney Cancer rallies survivors, supporters, and teams around the world to scale stadiums and summits in honor of those impacted by kidney cancer. Every climb fuels research, raises awareness, and brings us one step closer to a cure.

  • WE CLIMB TO CELEBRATE LIFE.

    Patient stories are powerful and inspiring. We share stories of kidney cancer patients around the world and help celebrate and elevate those affected by kidney cancer.

  • WE CLIMB TO PROMOTE WELLNESS.

    Climb 4 Kidney Cancer is more than a event—it’s a movement to raise awareness and educate about the risks of kidney cancer. Together, we climb higher for awareness, recognition, and hope.

  • WE CLIMB TO FUND RESEARCH.

    Climb 4 Kidney Cancer Scholars are students in medicine, computer science, data science, and biomedical sciences that we support with scholarships as they participate in kidney cancer research during a summer break. These scholarships are a result of your donations.

What began as a personal love for mountain climbing has grown into a global movement honoring kidney cancer patients with climbs on all seven continents. Each journey is self-funded by the climber, allowing every donated dollar to fuel research and advocacy. Every summit tells a story — of courage, remembrance, and hope. Join us in elevating awareness and driving change — donate, dedicate a climb, or help us reach new heights.

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Share Your Story

Facing kidney cancer can feel isolating—but it doesn’t have to be. At Climb 4 Kidney Cancer, we shine a light on every patient’s story, creating a network of unity, hope, and strength. Every shared journey reminds us: together, we are stronger.

“My advice is simple: pray. Pray for guidance, pray for strength, and pray that you find the right doctors. With the right support, you can get through even the most difficult times.”

An elderly man holding a baby in a home setting. The man is smiling and wearing glasses and a red T-shirt with a logo. The baby is looking up at the man, wearing a light blue sweater, grey pants, and colorful socks. In the background, there are decorative items on shelves, a lamp, and a small dog lying on a blanket.
Eugene's Story

“A diagnosis does not mean that it is the end of the road for you. It is okay to be scared and sad, but never give up hope.”

Family of four wearing matching pink T-shirts standing outdoors during sunset. The father and mother are in the middle, with two daughters on either side. The girl on the right is holding a puppy. All are smiling.
Laura's Story

“Cancer is scary, but it’s a little less scary with others who have walked in the same shoes.”

A smiling man and woman taking a selfie outdoors, woman wearing sunglasses and a blue jacket, man wearing a gray hat and a gray jacket.
Sid's Story
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Every dollar counts.

Patient photo from the Cleveland Climb 4 Kidney Cancer Event in 2025

Donate

30

Scholarships Created

83

Legancies on the Ridge

3,343

Stadium Climbers

7

Continents Reached

Our annual Climb 4 Kidney Cancer Stairclimbing events in Minneapolis, MN and Cleveland, OH were a great success this year. Together they generated nearly $90,000 for Kidney Cancer research and advocacy programs.

Event Photos