Summit for Life

Saturday, December 5, 2026

SUPER EARLY PRICING

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NOW THROUGH OCT 14

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SUPER EARLY PRICING - NOW THROUGH OCT 14 -

Summit for Life (S4L) is a nighttime uphill race up Aspen Mountain and CKF's biggest awareness and fundraising event of the year. Join hundreds of racers as they skin, snowshoe, run, or hike the 3,267 feet up Aspen Mountain to party at the top!

Each year, we recognize the recipient with the Michael Wells Inspirational Award. This award honors a local for supporting, advocating for, or representing CKF and the donation and transplantation communities.

If you want to skip the uphill race, we also offer Ride for Life on the gondola! Registration for both sells out, so sign up early and help us fundraise for this great cause.

Our mission is to raise awareness of the lifesaving gift of organ, eye, and tissue donation. By participating in S4L, you help us spread this message and make a difference for the 103,000+ children and adults awaiting a transplant in the United States today.

Sponsor Summit in 2026

CKF is always looking for individuals and businesses to support our work to save lives by promoting organ, eye, and tissue donation. We would love for you to support the 19th Annual Summit for Life by becoming a sponsor. We offer a variety of sponsorship levels, from Community Sponsor at $1,000 to Summit Sponsor at $15,000! Click the link below to check out our sponsorship packet!

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Register to Race

Super Early Bird Registration: Oct 14: $50 + $100 Fundraising Minimum
Join 425 racers as we head up the hill in honor of organ, eye, and tissue donation. Learn more and register for the 2026 Summit for Life beginning September 1. Racers of all ages are welcome; all racers will receive a Summit for Life long-sleeve shirt, and more! Prizes will be awarded to the top racers and fundraisers at the party. All racers will enjoy a wonderful dinner from The Little Nell, live music, awards, and more. The race will sell out, so please register early!

Register Here

Register to Ride

Is climbing not quite your thing? Don’t worry, you can still support the race and head up the hill by riding the Silver Queen Gondola! Join the ride for lifers at the top of the hill, and cheer your racer over the finish line! Rider will also enjoy a fabulous dinner from The Little Nell, awards, and music at the top, all while keeping warm! Ride for Life spots will open September 1.

Register Here

Support a Racer

Can’t join us but still want to support? Don’t worry, we have plenty of racers who would love your help to reach their fundraising goal and make a difference for the over 103,000 individuals currently waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Check back in the fall to find your favorite racer and show your support!

Donate to a Racer Here

Volunteer at Summit

Not able to race, but you would still like to get in on the Summit action? We are always in need of fabulous volunteers to help at the start, on the mountain, and at the top! Our volunteers help make Summit for Life possible, from manning aid stations and bag drop to the info booth and helping with timekeeping.

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Fundraising Guide

Need some help and support reaching your fundraising goal? We have the perfect tool to help you on your way! Our Fundraising Guide has endless tips and tricks from who to ask or how to make the ask. This is your ultimate toolbox to help you achieve your fundraising goals. Check out the 2026 Guide below.

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