Uplift - San Jose
Experience the highs of rock climbing
Mission
Exposing underprivileged youth to the thrill of reaching their summit.
Vision
We envision a world where every child is empowered regardless of their economic, family, or language barriers. To contribute to this ultimate goal, we offer rock-climbing to economically disadvantaged youth.
What we do
Our student-team helps belay economically disadvantaged lower and middle school students from San Jose. We hold our meetings at “The Studio Climbing” on 396 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113.
QUICK FACTS
Children helped: 18
Hours served: 57
Importance and meaning
Rock climbing empowers youth to discover tools that can be used to get through the fear and adversity of childhood. With the fear of heights, and feeling of instability common in our services, our patient coaches and encouraging leaders encourage participants to push through turbulence while ensuring safety at all times.