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Smiles
and funds.

Finally, a fundraiser your community won't grumble about. Host a climbing night for your school, team or community group, and earn 33% of what your supporters spend.

Apply for a FundraiserHow It Works
Earn 33% of proceedsUp to 38% with reviewsWe provide the flyersNo staff needed on site
Friends smiling together at Vertical Adventures
33%of proceeds back to you
Bring in $300, get a $99 check.The more your supporters spend, the more your organization receives.
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The easiest fundraiser ever

How it works.

Apply

Apply at least 3 weeks before your event. We'll contact you to schedule.

Receive

Get printable and digital flyers from our team to hand out.

Tell

Spread the word to your supporters, then invite them to climb on your day.

Earn

Your organization keeps 33% of the proceeds your supporters bring in.

Apply for a FundraiserDue to the large number of requests, we can't honor them all.
Earn even more

Reviews boost your check.

For each Google review we receive from your fundraiser's participants, we'll add 1% to your donation, up to 38%. That's a 5% boost for your organization.

+1% per review

33% → 38%max donation
  • Reviews must be posted the day of your fundraiser
  • Reviewers must have a completed waiver in our system
  • Include a photo and tag Vertical Adventures on social media with #vaohio

Plus, free rental gear for supporters who complete their waiver online before the fundraiser.

What your supporters pay

Fundraiser rates

On average, you'll reach the $300 minimum with about 16 adult or 19 student day passes.

$9Youth (8 & under)
$19Student
$23Adult
$69Family of 4
Eligibility

Who we partner with.

We love supporting

  • Neighboring schools and PTA/PTOs
  • Youth sports teams and booster clubs
  • Community groups
  • Outdoor advocacy and conservation
  • DEI initiatives

We can't support

  • Individuals (scholarships, stipends, personal assistance)
  • For-profit ventures
  • Religious groups for religious purposes
  • Capital campaigns, endowments or memorials
  • Lobbying or political activities
  • Individual study, research or travel grants

Vertical Adventures will not support organizations that discriminate against a person or group on the basis of age, political affiliation, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. We are no longer accepting unsolicited requests for sponsorship.

Fundraiser FAQ

Good to know.

Billing or tax questions? Email billing@5.life.

How do purchases count toward our fundraiser?
Supporters must do one of the following at check-in: tell our Welcome Desk staff they're there for your fundraiser, show a printed flyer, or show a digital flyer on their phone.
How much does Vertical Adventures give back?
We give back 33% of the proceeds (pre-tax) brought in by your supporters. If your supporters bring in $300, we'll send you a check for $99.
Is there a minimum to receive a check?
Yes, a minimum of $300 in total sales. That's about 16 adult day passes or 19 student day passes.
How long until we receive our check?
Checks take about 30 days to process and are sent by U.S. mail. They typically arrive 30–45 days after your fundraiser.
Do we need people from our organization there?
No. Your supporters just need to show up and tell our Welcome Desk staff they're there for your fundraiser.
Can we promote or set up a table at the gym?
All promotion must happen ahead of time, not in the facility or on the premises. We can't accommodate tables, donation jars, decorations or handouts, so every guest feels at home. Promoting on site may result in your fundraiser being canceled.
How often can we host a fundraiser?
Fundraisers are very popular, so each organization is limited to one every six months. Feel free to apply again after six months.
Do we need a federal tax ID number?
A federal tax ID (TIN/EIN) is the nine-digit number (like 12-3456789) the IRS assigns to registered organizations, and it's needed for your W-9. Non-profits, 501(c)(3)s and tax-exempt organizations have one. If you can't find it, ask your treasurer or national office.
We're part of a public school without a tax ID.
No problem. If the check can be made payable to your school district, we don't need a tax ID or W-9. If it needs to go to another organization (like a PTA/PTO or booster club), we'll need their tax information and possibly a W-9.
I submitted the wrong tax information.
Email billing@5.life and let us know.
Helping everyone climb… together

Let's raise funds together.

Apply at least 3 weeks before your event and we'll reach out to schedule your climbing fundraiser.

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