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Sufferfest 2026

The Friends of ROAM annual fundraiser affectionately known as Sufferfest will take place Sunday, May 31st at Carkeek Park from 9:00 - 11:00 am. This year, the suffering entails hiking the park's steep trails while carrying weighted backpacks, doing laps, and plunging into the cool waters of Puget Sound.

Donate below to sign up for the event. Once received, you will be sent an email confirmation that includes a link to the event waiver.

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Friends of ROAM maintains non-profit status under the organization Seattle Parks Foundation, a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization.
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Suggested Donation

A suggested minimum donation of $25 is requested to participate in Sufferfest. Feeling extra generous? Choose another block to donate more.
 
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Friends of ROAM youth sitting and enjoying the view and a book.

Individual Supplies

A donation of $100 could buy a PFD (personal flotation device), a high-volume backpack, or hats for sun coverage!
 
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A person hanging on a rope on the side of a rocky cliff.

Climbing Gear

A donation of $250 could go toward a high-quality climbing rope that helps keep us safe on the rocks.
 
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Gear storage facility.

Rent

Our annual storage expenses are $10,000. Your donation could go toward helping us cover the rent on our storage container.
 
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Four individuals in a red raft on rapids.

Large Equipment

A donation of $1,000 could buy a used sea kayak or be applied to more expensive equipment, such as a whitewater raft.
 
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