FREE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES
For Underserved Youth and Families

OUR 2025 IMPACT SO FAR:

150+

Children Served

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VALUES

Openness: We remain open to new ideas, situations, and people.

Respect: We acknowledge the value in each unique life path, and treat everything and everyone in a way that is aligned with that value - including ourselves.

Presence: True contentment is derived from full presence. We strive to give our full attention to every present moment.

Self-challenge: We step out of our comfort zones to facilitate growth, and embrace failure as a learning opportunity.

VISION

To recognize the value and actualize the potential of each young individual in our community.

MISSION

Rocky Mountain Ascent provides outdoor recreation opportunities to underserved youth, families, and young adults. We encourage youth toward self-actualization through positive adult mentorship, life-skills development, & self-challenge. We are committed to nurturing a sense of value & purpose in each individual.

OUR HISTORY

Rocky Mountain Ascent is the successor of the Knights of Heroes Foundation (KOH), a nonprofit organization that was started in 2007 in response to a growing need for positive adult mentorship for Gold Star Children. In 2018, KOH began hosting day and overnight trips for children from group homes in Colorado Springs. These visits sparked a passion in KOH volunteers and graduates, who committed to expanding the program working with local youth in the foster care system. Rocky Mountain Ascent was officially established in 2022, growing each year since.

Colorado Springs Salvation Army, 2025

"We are incredibly grateful to have found Rocky Mountain Adventure (RMA) and to partner with them in creating life-changing outdoor experiences for our clients. This summer, we had the joy of sending 63 campers to RMA—some for day trips and others for an unforgettable weekend retreat.

From the moment you arrive on the property, you feel the love and support radiating from the RMA team. The staff is welcoming, kind, and intentional about creating a safe space where everyone can relax, explore, and just breathe.
The amenities are top-notch, the activities were fun and engaging, and the views—absolutely breathtaking. Add to that the delicious food and thoughtful programming, and it was truly a soul-filling experience for everyone involved.

We’re especially thankful for RMA’s generous donors who make this all possible. Their investment creates real impact for families who otherwise wouldn’t have access to wellness opportunities like this.We’re excited about the future of RMA and look forward to continuing this powerful partnership that brings healing, joy, and connection to the people we serve."