Expedition Inspiration Fund for Breast Cancer Research

Expedition Inspiration Fund for Breast Cancer Research Period. In 1990, Laura Evans ended her 7th week in isolation during a bone marrow transplant to fight Stage III breast cancer. Aconcagua. At 22,841 feet, Mt.

Expedition Inspiration is fighting to find a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime so that we can save our daughters, mothers, brothers, sisters and all those we love from the disease. During her isolation, she dreamed of combining her two passions: mountain climbing and finding a cure for breast cancer. She imagined a team of breast cancer survivors and their supporters overcoming the challenges

of mountain climbing together to bring awareness and financial support to finding a cure for breast cancer. It would be a visible tribute to the courage of breast cancer survivors everywhere. To Laura, there was no more appropriate parallel between summiting one of the world's tallest peaks and fighting breast cancer. After recovery, Laura's dreams turned to action as she founded Expedition Inspiration Fund for Breast Cancer Research in 1995 with Peter Whittaker. Laura set out to climb Argentina's Mt. Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere. In February 1995, Laura and Peter Whittaker, premier international mountain guide and founder of Summits Adventure Travel, led a team of 17 breast cancer survivors to Aconcagua's summit. They raised awareness, research funds and hope for the breast cancer cause. From this initial effort, Expedition Inspiration has continued its mission to find breast cancer cures in our lifetime with hikes, climbs, an Annual Symposium, Young Investigator Awards and other fundraising events.

💗 Idaho Gives is almost here! 💗From May 4–7, 2026, Idaho comes together for something truly powerful. Idaho Gives, a pro...
05/02/2026

💗 Idaho Gives is almost here! 💗

From May 4–7, 2026, Idaho comes together for something truly powerful. Idaho Gives, a program of the Idaho Community Foundation and powered by Idaho Central Credit Union, is all about supporting nonprofits that are changing lives right here in our state.

At Expedition Inspiration, we’re on a mission to empower and support women impacted by breast cancer through adventure, connection, and hope. Every climb, every step, every story matters!

This Idaho Gives, YOU can be part of that impact! Your donation helps provide life-changing experiences for survivors and reminds them they are not alone in their journey.

📅 Give anytime May 4–7
💖 Support. Empower. Inspire.

Together, Idaho, we can make a difference.

An incredible first day featuring lectures from esteemed researchers. We are so READY for our Keeping Abreast Open Forum...
02/11/2026

An incredible first day featuring lectures from esteemed researchers. We are so READY for our Keeping Abreast Open Forum tomorrow. Come join us at 5:30pm for a social hour and then the FREE open forum at 6:30pm. You do not want to miss out on this! 💕🫶

NEXT WEEK 🎉🎗️🏔️After a SIX-YEAR hiatus, the 22nd Laura Evans Memorial Breast Cancer Symposium is BACK 💗✨Join us February...
02/06/2026

NEXT WEEK 🎉🎗️🏔️

After a SIX-YEAR hiatus, the 22nd Laura Evans Memorial Breast Cancer Symposium is BACK 💗✨

Join us February 9–13, 2026 in Ketchum as we reunite the brightest minds in breast cancer research and an incredible community ready to learn, connect, and be inspired.

✨ Keeping Abreast Open Forum
🗓 Wednesday
⏰ 5:30 PM Social Hour | 6:30 PM Program
📍 Limelight Hotel – Silver Creek Room

This year’s theme: The role of environmental factors in the occurrence and progression of breast cancer 🌎🔬

Six years later and stronger than ever!

We 🩷 Carrie and we are beyond excited to promote this incredible event she is hosting!! Check it out!!
01/10/2026

We 🩷 Carrie and we are beyond excited to promote this incredible event she is hosting!! Check it out!!

12/18/2025

We are delighted to announce our 2025 Young Investigator Award Recipient: Dr. Sherry Shen.

Dr. Shen is medical oncologist and clinical researcher at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Her project titled “Targeting E-cadherin–dependent PI3K/AKT pathway hyperactivation in metastatic invasive lobular carcinoma,”investigates a possible new treatment for metastatic lobular breast cancer.

Thank you Dr. Shen for your incredibly hopeful work 💕✨

Our gratitude cup overflows for our dear friends at Franz Witte and all those who supported this year’s OktoberBreast 🦩💐...
12/17/2025

Our gratitude cup overflows for our dear friends at Franz Witte and all those who supported this year’s OktoberBreast 🦩💐💕

We broke all the records with each organization taking home $36,196.91!

Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, sponsored, and volunteered!

12/05/2025

30 years after Laura Evans lit the way, Expedition Inspiration continues to climb with the same strength and hope she inspired.

Each new climber shows her legacy is alive and helping us move closer to ending breast cancer ✨💕

Happy Giving Tuesday! On this day of collective generosity, we are so thankful for everyone who has supported our small ...
12/02/2025

Happy Giving Tuesday!

On this day of collective generosity, we are so thankful for everyone who has supported our small but mighty organization. 💕✨🫶

Your support provides healing and connection for those affected by breast cancer. A donation to EI not only funds HOPE for a CURE, but JOY, LOVE, and FRIENDSHIP.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we are fighting harder than ever to eliminate this deadly disease! We will ...
10/02/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we are fighting harder than ever to eliminate this deadly disease!

We will not stop climbing till there is a cure 🩷🥾🏔️

10/02/2025

We feel truly rich to have a community this passionate about finding a cure for breast cancer! Our friends at Franz Witte hosted a magical night full of fundraising and fun. We love you all so much!! 🩷🫶💐

✨ Before OktoberBreast 2025 at Franz Witte… Join us at 5 PM in the garden at Flamingo Flower Farm for The Reveal Mission...
09/19/2025

✨ Before OktoberBreast 2025 at Franz Witte…
Join us at 5 PM in the garden at Flamingo Flower Farm for The Reveal Mission exhibit.

📸 Featuring our dear friend Chad Estes, sharing his heartfelt testimonial
🍷 Sip beer or wine in support of our charities
💖 Experience portraits of courage, healing & empowerment

The perfect prelude before the main event at 6 PM 🌿

⏰ Just ONE month until OktoberBreast 2025 at Franz Witte Garden Center! 🌸 We’re honored to be one of the nonprofits bene...
08/26/2025

⏰ Just ONE month until OktoberBreast 2025 at Franz Witte Garden Center! 🌸 We’re honored to be one of the nonprofits benefiting, alongside Casting for Recovery and River Discovery.

This incredible night of auctions, raffles, music, food & drinks helps raise funds for cancer research and survivor recovery 💖

🌟 Franz Witte is still seeking sponsors & donations; a great way for local businesses to get involved and show support for the community!

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