Hadley's Vertical Challenge
Skiing in her favorite place. Giving in her honor. Join us in Crested Butte over President's Day Weekend 2027, or participate from wherever you ski.
Hadley loved Crested Butte. She loved skiing, being in the mountains, and the joy that came with it. In her honor, we're gathering over a weekend that would have included her 10th birthday on February 13 — to ski, celebrate, and give back.
Hadley Rebecca Hanna had a light that could fill a room. She was joyful, spirited, independent, and full of love — the kind of little girl who made friends wherever she went and made everyone feel special.
She moved through life with cartwheels, hugs, laughter, and a heart wide open. Hadley loved her family, her friends, cheering, dancing, fishing, school, and all the little moments that made life fun. She was silly and thoughtful, brave and tender, and unforgettable to everyone who knew her.
On July 4, 2025, Hadley tragically lost her life in the flooding on the Guadalupe River during the devastating Hill Country floods. Though her time here was far too short, her light continues to shine through the love she gave, the joy she shared, and the legacy now carried forward in her honor.
Want to support the cause without skiing or fundraising yourself? Click "Donate" and give directly. Every gift helps honor Hadley's life and support the organizations this challenge benefits.
Donate NowThis is the ski-challenge option — like a read-a-thon, but on skis. Click "Join the Challenge" to create your own fundraising page.
Most people sponsor skiers at about $1 per 1,000 vertical feet, but any amount is welcome.
You can still participate from any mountain. Ski wherever you are, track your vertical feet, and share your photos, videos, and stats with us. Remote participants are part of the same challenge and can still fundraise, join a team, and be recognized.
Proceeds benefit Hugs From Hadley and The Adaptive Sports Center.
Created to honor Hadley's joyful, caring spirit by supporting meaningful causes connected to wellness, education, first responders, rescue groups, and people and animals in need.
Based in Crested Butte, helping people with disabilities and other specific needs experience the life-changing power of outdoor adventure.
Click "Join the Challenge" and choose whether to register as an individual, join a team, or start a new team. Then share your personal Givebutter fundraising link with friends and family.
No. You can simply click "Donate" and make a gift without registering for the challenge.
No. You can ski from any mountain and still participate. Just track your vertical feet and share your photos, videos, and stats.
Yes. Families, kids, teens, adults, and groups are all welcome.
Yes. Click "Join the Challenge," then choose the option to start a new team. This is great for families, groups of friends, ski clubs, or school communities.
Supporters can give a flat donation or sponsor a skier based on vertical feet. A simple guide is $1 per 1,000 vertical feet, but any amount is welcome.
Use the Epic app or your mountain's equivalent tracking app. Take a screenshot of your final stats and share it with us after you ski.
Submission details are coming soon. We will share a simple form or email address before the event weekend.
Yes. Prizes and recognition will be announced for top fundraisers, top teams, and vertical-feet achievements.
Lodging details and room block information are coming soon.
Download these graphics to post on social media, in a group text, or by email — then copy the ready-made text below and drop in your personal Givebutter link.
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Email hhskichallenge@gmail.com for more information.
