Whatever It Takes: Honoring the 2025 Kilimanjaro Climb for a Cause Team & Our Sponsors
At Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA), we believe in doing whatever it takes to help our nation’s Veterans and First Responders rise from the struggles of trauma and service and step into a life of purpose, growth, and resilience.
In July 2025, a group of incredible Sheep Dogs did just that by climbing Africa’s tallest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, as part of our annual Climb for a Cause. Through the support of our generous sponsors, Sam’s Furniture and Uncharted Supply Co., our team embarked on a life-changing expedition rooted in courage, community, and Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG).
2025 Kilimanjaro Climb for a Cause
In 2025, a group of determined Sheep Dogs will embark on a monumental journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. This climb is more than just a physical challenge; it’s a powerful symbol of the perseverance, resilience, and unbreakable spirit that Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) fosters in those who have served.
This is the 9th group to take on this challenge with SDIA, and they look forward to all 8 team members reaching the summit. Each climber is training to overcome their unique challenges to prepare for the ascent, and your support helps them with essential gear, travel, and other essentials.
As our climbers push themselves to reach new heights, they are raising vital funds to support SDIA’s mission of empowering America’s heroes to rediscover their sense of purpose through Outdoor Adventures, Warrior PATHH post-traumatic growth training, and critical support services. Every dollar raised will go directly to providing life-changing programs that get Sheep Dogs off the couch and back into...
2024 SDIA Kili Climb for a Cause
The SDIA Kili Climb for a Cause is about more than just reaching the summit of Africa’s highest peak. It’s about pushing beyond personal limits, building resilience, and fostering a sense of camaraderie and purpose. By undertaking this climb, the team aims to inspire others to support the mission of SDIA: to engage, assist, and empower our nation’s veterans and first responders to #getoffthecouch
Kili Climb for a Cause- SDIA 2024
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) is thrilled to announce that ten of its dedicated veterans and first responders will embark on a monumental journey to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. This extraordinary effort aims to raise funds and awareness to support SDIA’s vital programs that assist our nation’s heroes.
The team, composed of veterans and first responders from across the country, will begin their ascent on July 29th, and the climb is estimated to take 7 days. Standing at 19,341 feet, Mt. Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa, symbolizing the formidable challenges these men and women face daily in their service to our country and communities. Their climb is not just a physical endeavor but a testament to their resilience and commitment to helping others.
Each participant is climbing to raise money to support SDIA’s mission to engage, assist, and empower veterans and first responders. The funds raised will directly support SDIA’s three pillar programs: Outdoor Adventures (physical activity), Warrior PATHH training (mental wellness) and Continued Service/Disaster Response (volunteerism). These programs are designed to promote camaraderie, a sense of purpose, and emotional and physical well-being.