15TH ANNUAL
100K Vertical Ski & Snowboard Challenge
February 8, 2027 · Whitetail Ski Resort
Conquer the Slopes. Change Lives.
Join the 15th Annual 100K Ski & Snowboard Vertical Challenge.
Every vertical foot you ski or snowboard helps Two Top Mountain Adaptive Sports Foundation open the slopes to athletes with disabilities. Gather your squad or become a corporate sponsor to make a difference.
100% of your donation goes to Two Top. The optional contribution at checkout supports Zeffy’s free platform. It is completely optional and can be set to $0.
Your Challenge
Complete 100,000 vertical feet on skis or a snowboard as a team.
Every descent you conquer helps us create accessible experiences and build welcoming spaces for athletes of all abilities. This is a team event: gather your crew, hit the slopes together, and fundraise as you go.
- Team completes 100,000 vertical feet on skis or snowboard
- Raise funds and awareness for adaptive sports
This is a team-only event — solo registration isn’t available. Teams range from 4 to 10 members, and, while there is no cost to register, each team has a mandatory fundraising goal that scales with your roster size. Every member you add above the 4-person baseline adds $500 to your team’s total goal.
Funds raised by each individual team member count automatically toward your team’s overall goal.
How Team Fundraising Works
| Team Size | Fundraising Goal |
|---|---|
| 4 members | $2,000 |
| 5 members | $2,500 |
| 6 members | $3,000 |
| 7 members | $3,500 |
| 8 members | $4,000 |
| 9 members | $4,500 |
| 10 members | $5,000 |
Where Your Fundraising Goes
- $5,000 Underwrites a piece of adaptive equipment
- $2,500 Supports youth winter programming
- $1,000 Funds instructor training & certifications
- $500 Covers fuel & transportation for a weekend
- $260 Provides overnight family lodging
- $100 Buys lunch for participants, staff & volunteers
- $50 Buys goggles, gloves, and hats
Become a 2027 Sponsor
Your sponsorship directly fuels adaptive skiing and snowboarding for athletes of all abilities. Choose the level that’s right for your business — every tier puts your name in front of thousands of visitors at Whitetail Resort and across our community.
Presenting Partner $10,000
- “Presented by” banner at HQ & group photo
- Co-branded logo on giveaway gaiter
- Logo on event bibs & displayed throughout event
- Individual social media spotlight
Gold Sponsor $5,000
- Individual social media spotlight
- Offer logo-branded item to participants
- Logo on event bibs & displayed throughout event
Silver Sponsor $2,500
- Lunch with Two Top athletes
- Logo on sponsor board at check-in
- Group social media recognition
Bronze Sponsor $1,000
- Logo on event T-shirt
- Logo on sponsor board at check-in
Blue Sponsor $500
- Logo on event website
- Join group photo
Sponsorships at the $250 level are also available to underwrite costs for lunches and the rest station. In-kind donations such as healthy snacks, waters, and paper products are also invited. Contact ashley@twotopadaptive.org to arrange.
→ Sponsors please note: If you also plan to participate on February 8th, you must additionally register by clicking on “Join or Create a Team” below.
Ready to get started?
FAQs
Do I have to be an experienced skier or rider to participate?
This team event involves completing over 100 runs down Whitetail’s blue terrain. It’s an intermediate (blue) slope, which means steeper terrain, so participants should know how to control their speed and stop. If you’re comfortable skiing or riding from the top, you’ll be able to participate without a problem. Beginners are welcome to join us for the day and ski or ride an easier slope.
Do I need my full team at the time of registration?
No — you just need one team member to complete registration. You can recruit the rest of your team afterward. Please note that every member of your team must be present at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the event.
Is this event a race?
No. The 100K is an endurance challenge and a fundraiser for Two Top Mountain Adaptive Sports Foundation — no prizes are given for finishing first. Safety is our top priority: anyone treating the event like a race (tucking, or skiing in a way our safety staff considers out of control) will not be allowed to complete the event.
What happens if my team doesn't meet the minimum fundraising requirement?
The 100K is, at its heart, a fundraiser — that’s why we set minimum fundraising goals. That said, we’ve never had a team or participant fall short, because our team is glad to offer fundraising tips and support along the way. See our Fundraising Tips for ideas to get started.
Can I get sponsors, like my employer or a local business, instead of only asking friends and family?
Absolutely — we encourage it. To help incentivize business sponsorship, we offer several sponsorship levels with benefits like logo placement and event recognition. You can ask your employer and your family members’ employers. Talk to places you do business with like your mechanic, hair salon, insurance agent, accountant, medical/dental practices, auto dealer, etc. Direct them to the Sponsorship link above.
Event Day
Schedule
- 8:30 a.m. — Check-in: receive bibs, lift ticket (if needed), sign waivers, helmet check, breakfast
- 8:45 a.m. — Ski Patrol safety brief (mandatory), first chair loads
- 9:00 a.m. — Group photo at the base of the Express Quad
- 11:00 a.m. — Mandatory rest break
- 1:00 p.m. — Last chair & Lunch
Lunch
Lunch is included for participants. If you’re not participating but would like to join for lunch, please contact Stacey at stacey@twotopadaptive.org.
Parking
Ample free parking is available at the resort.
Fundraising Tips
Make Yourself Known
Each participant page has a spot to talk about yourself or your team and share why you’re doing the event. Be sure to fill it out so people know who you are and why you’re participating. Just like online dating, profiles with pictures get more attention than those without, so include a photo of you or your team.
Give to Yourself First
Start by making a donation to yourself online. Your gift sets the tone for others to give, and it feels great to see something other than a goose egg next to your name.
Contact Everyone
Send emails to everyone in your contact list: friends, family, co-workers. You never know who will be touched by the event’s mission and surprise you with a donation. Consider following up before the event to share your progress toward your fundraising goal. We have created this letter that you can share with them. Be sure share the link to your fundraising page with donors so you can get credit for donations you raise!
Write From the Heart
Heartfelt, personal messages get the best response. Let potential donors know if you’re skiing in honor of someone, and why the cause matters to you personally.
Double Down
Many employers offer matching gift programs. Ask your HR department if your $50 donation could turn into $100 through a program like this.
Talk Yourself Up
Take twotopadaptive.org/100k everywhere you go and ask everyone you interact with to sponsor you. You could try: “Next weekend, I’ll be skiing 100,000 vertical feet in a day to support a nonprofit that provides adaptive skiing and snowboarding to veterans and individuals with disabilities.” Consider asking for a few minutes on the agenda at work meetings, too.
Donation Per Run
Work out a deal where people donate based on how many runs you ski. Make it tiered if you like, such as $1 per run for runs 1-50 and $2 per run for runs 51 and up.
Corporate Sponsorship
Ask your company to make a donation. Visit local businesses in your area and ask them to give. Examples include your hair salon, mechanic, medical/dentist practices, auto dealerships, accountants, insurance agent, etc. Don’t forget to ask your employer or those of your partner/family members.
Auction It Off
Auction off your team name, a costume you’ll wear on event day, a photo on your donation page, or a quote on the back of your bib. Donors get to have fun while supporting a good cause.
Gift It Forward
Have a birthday coming up? Consider asking family and friends to donate to your fundraising campaign in lieu of a gift.
Post It
Use social media to promote your fundraising campaign, and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook.
Volunteer
VOLUNTEERS MAKE THE 100K RUN SMOOTHLY
Join us on February 8, 2027 at Whitetail Ski Resort in Mercersburg, PA. You don’t need to ski or ride to help, and there’s a role for everyone.
- Tracking runs
- Registration and check-in
- Set up and tear down
- Handing out drinks and snacks
- Lunch set up
Sign up and tell us which roles interest you and how many hours you can give. Ashley Woodward will follow up with your assignment and event-day details by the end of January. Questions? Contact Ashley at ashley@twotopadaptive.org.
Our 2027 Sponsors
Presenting Partner
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Blue Sponsors
For more information: stacey@twotopadaptive.org
Monday, February 8, 2027 9AM Whitetail Ski Resort, Mercersburg PA