Mission
USA Climbing is the national governing body for competitive climbing in the United States, dedicated to promoting the growth and development of climbing. It extends its support to athletes, coaches, and events across the country while advocating for inclusivity, sportsmanship, and environmental responsibility.
Basic Information
Founded in
2020
EIN
85-0628740
Total Assets
$152.9 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Team USA at the Paris 2024 Olympics
Team USA achieved remarkable performances at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

2024 YETI National Championships
Melina Costanza and Vail Everett defended their titles at the 2024 YETI National Championships.

Paraclimbing World Cup Arco 2024
USA wins 7 medals at the Paraclimbing World Cup, showcasing inclusivity in sports.
Impact Stats
Olympic Medal
Gold Medal at Paris 2024 Olympics
Brooke Raboutou won a silver medal in Women's Boulder & Lead, marking a historic achievement as the first U.S. woman to medal in Olympic climbing.
Total Medals
7 Medals at IFSC Paraclimbing World Cup Arco 2024
USA athletes collected 7 medals at the event, showcasing the strength of the paraclimbing team.
Speed Climbing Record
World Record in Speed Climbing
Sam Watson set a new world record in Men’s Speed with a time of 4.74 seconds at the 2024 Olympics.
Past Events
National Championship Series
2024-10-12
USA Climbing held a series of national competitions leading up to the Olympics.
Pan American Championships
2024-11-18
The USA Climbing National Team participated in the Pan American Championships.
Paraclimbing Nationals
2024-03-01
The Paraclimbing National Championships showcased athletes with disabilities.
Upcoming Events

2025 Youth National Championships
2025-07-17
The Youth National Championships will be hosted in Portland, Oregon to determine future climbing talents.
Learn More
2025 Paraclimbing National Championships
2025-03-01
The inaugural Paraclimbing Nationals at a new facility.
Learn More
2026 National Climbing Championships
2026-10-12
The National Championships bringing together climbers from across the country.
Learn MoreOur Programs

Youth Climbing Program
Focuses on developing young climbers through structured training and competition.
Learn More
Elite Climbing Program
Supports top competitive climbers in their journey towards the Olympics.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"Qualifying for the Olympics was a dream come true. I couldn’t have done it without the support from USA Climbing."

Brooke Raboutou
Olympic Athlete
"The experiences I've had with USA Climbing have shaped me not only as an athlete but as a person."

Colin Duffy
Olympic Athlete
"Winning at the national level was an unforgettable experience. It motivated me to achieve even more."

Melina Costanza
National Champion
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
The MIP Score is in beta! We'd love any feedback you may have.
The MIP Score and it's methodology is purely used as a way to visualize how a nonprofits public financial data compares against others. It doesn't reflect the unique circumstances and impact that a nonprofit has.The MIP Score should never be used to say one charity is better than another.
Overall Score
41
30
/100
Program Expense Ratio
89.97%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
1.067
4
/20
Working Capital Ratio
-0.0449
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 229K | 100.00% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 229K | 100.00% |
Related Nonprofits
Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Foundation
Sports & Recreation
Recreation FundingFive Rivers Metroparks Foundation
Sports & Recreation
Recreation FundingFargo Park District Foundation
Sports & Recreation
Recreation FundingVeterans Rowing & Kayaking Inc.
Sports & Recreation
Recreation FundingUSA Climbing Foundation
Sports & Recreation
Recreation Funding