Friends and family,
If you are reading this . . then you are in my tribe, on my team, by my side and a part of my life that I am immensely grateful for. Just by taking time to click the link validates how much you have already been here for me. . . and still are.
There was no way out but through. A diagnosis, a year of treatments, and a mental recovery. Still working on it. I have saved every single letter, email, sticky note, and picture you sent me. The meals, the flower deliveries, the little treats that showed up in the mail. The weight of them a silent, constant reminder of the love I was lucky enough to have in my corner.
When getting from my bed to the couch was a struggle, I looked forward to today and KNEW I would get to this adventure. "Your courage strengthens others, and others strengthen you." It worked. Here I am. Getting ready to climb a mountain!
What does this mean? I get to be a part of an amazing group of thriving women that climb for a cure, that vow to make a difference in the lives of other women, and be a part of the suvivors who get to climb for those who couldn't. Doing hard things. I am so excited.
Now here's the scoop:
Since 1995, Expedition Inspiration has funded over $2 million in research grants! The money we raise goes directly into the hands of those working to find a cure. Those scientists advancing breast cancer research, grants for early-career researchers and a symposium in Sun Valley to bring nationwide researchers together to share information - AMAZING! Expedition Inspiration also supports women affected by breast cancer through their suvivorship program helping women to reconnect with their physical, emotional and mental well-being.
My climb goal is $3,000. Anything over $100 you can add a sticker of your choosing to my climb pack :) Let's go!
with love,
Molly
Expedition Inspiration's 2026 Climb for a Cure
Expedition Inspiration's 2026 Climb for a Cure -- Galena Peak
"Climbing, in many respects, is not unlike facing a life-threatening illness. You take every step alone, digging deep, focused on the goal and your own inner strength."
- LAURA EVANS, Expedition Inspiration Founder
Join Expedition Inspiration for a day of adventure, fun, hope and inspiration as we CLIMB to raise funds for breast cancer research and finding a CURE.
Our annual mountain climbs are foundational to the work we do in raising money for breast cancer research, as well as carrying on our founder’s, Laura Evans, vision. Our outdoor adventures provide so much more than survivorship – we provide those touched by breast cancer an opportunity to experience and enjoy the gifts provided by the mountains while building new relationships with likeminded people who support them in their own journey with the disease. We are not only raising spirits and hope, but we are raising critical funds for research.
Since 1995, we have funded over $1,830,225 in research grants. Our mountain climbs are branded: Climb for a Cure. Each survivor/climber peer-to-peer fundraises and those monies directly support our Young Investigator Award program, which we will be funding a new YIA this summer! Marrying mountain climbing and breast cancer research was our founder's vision. Nearly 30 years later, her legacy is a visible tribute to bringing hope, healing, and inspiration to those affected by this disease.
Until there's a CURE, there's a CLIMB!
Sisterhood of the Climb Video
Breast cancer survivor and mountain climber Laura Evans founded the Expedition Inspiration Fund for Breast Cancer Research in 1995 in Ketchum, Idaho. Expedition Inspiration's mission is to raise awareness and money to benefit innovative breast cancer research, public education and patient support. Additionally, through organized and sponsored outdoor endeavors like mountain climbs and hikes, we promote the physical and mental wellbeing of breast cancer survivors. Today breast cancer affects one in every eight American women -- mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends. It is the leading cause of death for women 35-54, and 80% of women with breast cancer have no known risk factors for the disease. There is still no cure, and thus, a need continues for research support, collaboration and funding.