12/31/2025
As 2025 draws to a close, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on what has been an incredible first year for the Memorial Stair Climb Team.
This time last year, none of us could have imagined how far this project would come. What began in July with one man and one idea taking 343 UK firefighters to America to honour the 25th anniversary of 9/11 has grown into a national movement. Our planning team has expanded, our vision has sharpened, and the support from the emergency services community has been unbelievable.
Some highlights from our first six months:
๐ฅ We were invited to join the British Firefighter Challenge series a huge milestone for our mission.
๐จ We launched a brandโnew event for all emergency services, now part of the official challenge season.
๐ The response has been overwhelming:
โข 650+ applications to join the team travelling to America
โข Nearly 900 Instagram followers, plus new LinkedIn, Facebook and TikTok communities
โข Our full team selected, with final deposits now coming in
๐ค Weโve also opened conversations with sponsors and partners across the UK and beyond, and weโre excited to finalise these early in 2026.
Looking ahead to 2026
Next year is where the real impact begins. All 343 climbers will be fundraising across the UK, supporting firefighter and emergencyโservice charities that mean so much to our community. Weโll be out at events nationwide, raising awareness, building connections, and showing exactly what this team stands for.
And of course, weโll be preparing for the moment this all leads to our journey to America, where weโll stand alongside our US colleagues to honour the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and pay tribute to the 343 firefighters who gave everything.
2026 is going to be a year of purpose, pride, and collective effort. If you or your company can support us, please get in touch.
Thank you all we canโt wait to see you next year.
The Memorial Stair Climb Team
