About


Why we do this, who we are, and how we got started

OUR CAUSE

48 Peaks in 48 Hours. In one big collective effort, we’re climbing all of New Hampshire’s 4,000-footers in a single weekend. One team for each peak, with the Alzheimer's cause driving it all. Why? Because, when there's strength, there's hope. For those facing Alzheimer’s, 48 Peaks is a reminder that we’re strong. That we can overcome struggles and conquer mountains. That, no matter how hard things get, this disease can never break our spirits.

By climbing, we’re honoring the people we know who’ve been touched by this disease:

  • The spouses we care for
  • The parents who’ve been diagnosed
  • The grandparents who fight bravely
  • The caregivers who love unconditionally
And, all the loved ones we've lost 48 Peaks is a tribute to their strength, love, and commitment. It’s the grand gesture that this extraordinary community deserves.

MEET THE TEAM


Jason Lynch
Matt Steele
Toni Butterfield
Stephanie Luz
Elizabeth Ware
Carly Lynch

OUR HISTORY




  • 2013

    The Longest Day

    The Longest Day is established as the Alzheimers Association's second flagship event, right beside the successful Walk to End Alzheimers.


  • 2014

    48 Peaks is born

    Matt Steele and Jason Lynch take up the challenge of hiking 4,000 foot peaks to show solidarity with caregivers.


  • 2015

    First 48 Peaks Challenge

    48 Peaks becomes the number one TLD fundraiser in the country and raises over $100,000 in a single month.


  • 2016

    Raised $200,000+!

    Another year and the excitment continues to build as we break the $200K mark and every single one of the 48 Peaks is covered!


  • 2017

    Thank you for being part of our story!

    We did it again! Over $300K funds raised in total! You make all the difference! Didn't get a chance to hike? It's not too late to make a tax deductable donation to the Alzheimer's Association! Thank you!!




Thank you to our sponsors!