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Adventure for All – Supporting the Bil Rieger Scholarship Fund

We’re excited to launch the Adventure for All campaign in support of the Bil Rieger Scholarship Fund—a meaningful initiative to ensure individuals on the autism spectrum can experience the joy and impact of Ascendigo’s Adventure Programs in 2026 and beyond.

Before passing away in September 2011, Bil Rieger held a fundraiser at Kenichi to launch the Bil Rieger camp scholarship fund. Rieger was a generous supporter of Extreme Sports Camp (now Ascendigo Autism Services), which helps people with autism nationwide.

He also ensured that the money he raised stayed in the valley to help with scholarships, therapies, and other needs.

Sponsor 15 Camp Scholarships in 15 Days

This October, we’re on a mission: Sponsor 15 camp scholarships in 15 days!

Every summer, Ascendigo transforms lives through outdoor adventure—helping neurodivergent kids and adults build confidence, friendship, and independence in the great outdoors.

Your gift opens the door to these life-changing experiences:

💙 $3,300 sponsors one week of Day Camp – make a gift.
💙 $6,500 sponsors one week of Residential Camp – change a life.

When you sponsor a camper, you’re giving more than a week at camp—you’re giving belonging, pride, and joy.

Your gift directly sponsors a camper’s week of learning, laughter, and outdoor adventure—from rafting and horseback riding to climbing and connection.

Let’s make 15 life-changing scholarships happen in just 15 days—one camper at a time.

Sponsor a Camper Today

Year-Round Scholarships

From Summer Camp to fall and winter adventures, Ascendigo provides outdoor therapeutic recreation in a supportive, inclusive environment where participants grow, connect, and thrive.

Each year, Ascendigo awards $70,000-$90,000 in scholarships to break down financial barriers, help close the tuition funding gap, and make these life-changing experiences accessible to all.

$20,000 Matching Gift

To kick off this campaign, we’re thrilled to share that the Allen family is offering a $20,000 matching gift as the catalyst to reach our $100,000 goal- doubling the impact of every donation.

You can make a difference. Fund a future, share our campaign, and help bring joy, growth, and connection to every deserving participant.

Thank you for being part of our journey to create opportunities for all.

Ways to Get Involved

Become a Fundraiser!

Go to give.classy.org/Adventure-For-All
Click “Become a Fundraiser” and start creating your camper’s page!
View an example of one camper’s fundraising page & her story.

“Ascendigo has been a huge part of our lives. Maia has attended Ascendigo’s summer adventure camp since she was 11 years old. She’s now 24, and every summer, camp remains the highlight of her year. During her very first week, we noticed something amazing—along with all the fun and physical challenges, her verbal skills blossomed. She came home talking about her counselor, stringing together full sentences, something we hadn’t seen outside of speech therapy.” Read on…

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Every dollar makes a difference!

Fund a Future & Donate today!
Every dollar makes a difference & each contribution counts in providing everyone with the opportunity for adventure as we work towards our $100K scholarship goal.