Alan Arnette’s “Memories Are Everything: The 7 Summits” Challenge
April 5, 2009
Alan Arnette has announced a HUGE new project to raise awareness for Alzheimers and Alzheimer’s Research. His project, aptly labeled “Memories Are Everything: The 7 Summits” will look to raise $1 million through a unique series of fund raising events, as well as an attempt on the famed 7 summits. This project is tentatively scheduled to take place over two years–2010 and 2012.
Most of you familiar with this site will recognize Alan’s name. I have known Alan almost since the inception of this blog. In 2008 I followed his attempt on Mt. Everest -another climb used to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s.
His latest project involves not only a return to Mt. Everest, but a run at climbing the highest peak on each of the seven continents. Alan’s vast climbing resume and knowledge, as well as his personal story of dealing with the effects of Alzheimer’s with his mother, makes this a great project that very few others could attempt.
Alan Arnette is teaming up with the Alzheimer’s Association, the leading voluntary health organization for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research, as well as the largest nonprofit dedicated to Alzheimer’s.
From Alan Arnette’s “Memories Are Everything: The 7 Summits” webpage:
The events will emphasize the connection between a healthy body and mind. There is a direct connection between staying healthy and warding off Alzheimer’s and other dementia. I will partner with local organizations on each continent for presentations, fund raisers and a local physical event such as a hike or climb of a local hill. The largest event will be an attempt of the highest mountain on that continent - the 7 Summits. Other climbers will join me however the project’s priority is to raise research money for Alzheimer’s.
As you can see, this is a huge endeavor that will require extensive logistics and help from organizations around the world. Alzheimer’s does not know country boarders or politics. It affects everyone without selection. As the world ages, without a solution, this problem will impact families of every country - large and small, rich and poor - regardless of their education or medical services.
Alan is promising more information on this ongoing project in the days ahead. If you would be interested in reading how you might be able to help (Alan is currently looking for people to manage local events, sponsors for the 7 Summits climbs, people involved in global public relations, and those interested in helping to raise funds) you can stop by THIS LINK to read what you can do to help or to make a donation. 100% of the funds go directly to Alzheimer’s research. Alan is climbing on his own dime throughout this journey. Every dollar donated is tax deductible. You can make your donations here.
To read about what this challenge entails for Alan Arnette, you can read more about the 7 Summits, or take a look at Alan Arnette’s 2008 Mt. Everest journey.
On a personal note: Alan if there is anything I can do to help, drop me an email. I am all ears. Good luck, my friend, and I look forward to following this project into 2012!
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Written by Jason A. Hendricks · Filed Under Alan Arnette |
Thanks Jason for the mention and support.
In addition to the fund raising and climbing, this will be an opportunity for a few qualified climbers to join me on one or more of the 7 Summit expeditions. I have a ton of details to finalize but we will have professionally led climbs by experienced professionals.
Also I am looking for commercial sponsors to help underwrite this project. We have a full marketing and business plan available upon request.
Again, thanks for the support throughout this difficult journey. This about saving lives one memory at a time.
Thanks Jason,
Alan