UP ENDING PARKINSON'S
Up Ending Parkinsons is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides guided rock climbing, education, and community-based programs to improve quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s disease.
About UP ENDING PARKINSON'S
Up Ending Parkinsons organizes guided rock-climbing sessions, instructor training, and outreach that make climbing accessible and therapeutic for people living with Parkinson’s. The organization was recognized as an IRS 501(c)(3) public charity in 2023 and operates programs at commercial climbing gyms and outdoor sites.
Since formalizing as a nonprofit the group has expanded from a single gym group into a multi-gym network across the U.S., developed program materials for partner gyms, and begun fundraising for and partnering on pilot research to measure climbing’s effects on Parkinson’s symptoms.
In 2023 the organization recorded initial nonprofit-year finances while continuing to grow participation, host outdoor retreats, and support adaptive climbers — emphasizing safe exercise, social connection, and education for clinicians and caregivers.
Notable achievements
IRS 501(c)(3) recognition
Obtained federal tax-exempt status and began operating as a public charity in 2023, establishing formal nonprofit operations.
Multi-gym national expansion
Expanded from a single-club group to affiliated sessions at multiple commercial gyms and outdoor programs across several states (growth documented since 2021).
Pilot research & program evaluation activity
Launched fundraising and partnerships to support pilot studies assessing the effects of climbing on Parkinson’s symptoms and to develop training tools for instructors and clinics.
At a glance
- EIN
- 88-2167648
- Website
- www.upendingparkinsons.org
- On Mahalo since
- November 2025
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