Movement Climbing, Yoga and Fitness’s Matching Gift Campaign Pushes Access Fund Over Its June 2024 Fundraising Goal

Movement Climbing, Yoga and Fitness, the nation’s largest climbing gym operator, proudly announces the success of its recent partnership with Access Fund, the national advocacy organization dedicated to sustainable access and conservation of climbing environments. This collaboration, which kicked off with a special matching-gift fundraising campaign in June 2024, has resulted in over $100,000 to support the preservation and protection of America’s climbing areas.

In June Movement matched donations made to Access Fund, doubling the impact of every contribution. The funds raised will be used to ensure sustainable climbing access and conserve climbing environments across the country.

“Movement’s support during our June 2024 fundraising campaign helped Access Fund connect our message of responsible climbing mentorship with their dedicated membership base around the country,” said Dustin O’Reilly, Access Fund Strategic Partnerships Manager. “The Movement team consistently went above and beyond, building a strong partnership to exceed our campaign fundraising goals and help protect America’s climbing,”

Movement Climbing, Yoga and Fitness’s Chief Operating Officer, Stephanie Ko, who spearheaded the matching fund campaign as part of the company’s broader community initiative, Move with Purpose, emphasized the importance of expanding climbing access and preserving climbing areas for future generations. “At Movement, we believe climbing should be accessible to everyone who wishes to experience its transformative effects. By supporting Access Fund, we’re ensuring that these climbing areas remain open for all. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to sustainability and responsible climbing,” said Ko.

The Move with Purpose program focuses on reducing barriers to climbing and promoting environmental stewardship. Through this initiative, Movement not only supports conservation efforts but also fosters a sense of responsibility within the climbing community to protect and preserve natural climbing spaces.

The success of the June match fundraising campaign marks the beginning of a strong partnership between Movement and Access Fund. Over the coming year, both organizations will continue to work together to provide climbers with the tools, resources, and education necessary to become advocates for responsible outdoor climbing practices.

For more information on Movement’s Move with Purpose program and how to get involved, visit Movement’s Move with Purpose.

About Access Fund:

Access Fund is a national advocacy organization that leads and inspires the climbing community toward sustainable access and conservation of the climbing environment. Through education, stewardship, and advocacy, Access Fund works to protect America’s climbing areas for current and future generations.

About Movement Climbing, Yoga and Fitness

Movement is the largest nationwide community of indoor climbing gyms. Every Movement facility is committed to growing the climbing community through a shared vision to empower personal transformation. Movement gyms feature bouldering, top-roping, lead climbing, and amenities like yoga studios, functional fitness, cardio zones, and climbing gear shops. Each facility caters to participants of all abilities – from competitive athletes to weekend adventurers and families.

For more information on locations, membership options, community events and educational programs, visit: Movement Gyms.