Give the Gift of Adventure

As we head into our 25th year of healing adventures this holiday season, our goal is to raise $50,000 to help fund transformative experiences for young adults impacted by cancer and MS.

To achieve our goal, we rely on the generous support of donors like YOU to Give the Gift of Adventure. Thank you for making our life-changing work possible!

First Descents is a 501(c)(3) organization. EIN #: 81-0539964

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2017 11th Annual First Descents Ball

Apr 1, 2017
Avon, CO

Over the past 16 years, First Descents has grown from one week-long program to over 40 week-long programs a year and 15 regional adventure communities called FD Tribs. At this point, we are officially all over the country and in everyone’s backyard! So mark your calendars and come on over to our backyard to celebrate the 11th Annual First Descents Ball on April 1st, 2017!

Tickets are on sale now!

For Sponsor Opportunities please click the link.
For questions regarding sponsorship or any event details, please email [email protected]

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