The American Alpine Club is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting climbers and protecting climbing environments. Founded in 1902, its mission is to provide knowledge and inspiration, conserve climbing landscapes, and advocate for climbers’ interests. The organization promotes climbing education, publishes climbing literature, provides grants, and supports conservation and access initiatives.
Public lands access, outdoor recreation policy, conservation and stewardship of climbing areas, environmental protection, recreation safety, and federal land management policies affecting climbers
Membership dues, donations, grants, corporate sponsorships, and foundation support
Access Fund, Outdoor Alliance, International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (UIAA)
Non-profit organization
