Gift of Adoption Michigan – Stepping Up Stair Climb 2026 — Southfield, MI
Date
November 21, 2026
Location
Southfield, MI
Venue
Southfield Town Center Plante Moran Building
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $50.00
Events
Full Climb (28 floors) Stair Climb OVER 18 yrs. old, Full Climb (28 Floors) Stair Climb UNDER 18 yrs. old, Power Hour Full Climb (28 Floors) Stair Climb OVER 18 yrs. old, Power Hour Full Climb (28 Floors) Stair Climb UNDER 18 yrs. old, Virtual Climb
About the Stair Climb: The Gift of Adoption Michigan Stepping Up Climb is a unique, challenging fitness event in which participants climb stairs in a test of endurance. Whether climbing to improve timing or to simply reach new heights, this event is a great way to spend the morning with co-workers, friends and family while supporting bringing children together with their forever families. Climb as many floors as desired or set a goal to reach either the 14th or 28th story at your own pace. However you participate, join us while raising much-needed funds for Michigan Adoption grants. We challenge all participants to raise $100 for Gift of Adoption. 100% of all donations you raise are tax-deductible and will be used for adoption assistance grants to unite children in vulnerable circumstances with their waiting parents in Michigan. Currently accepting sponsors ! Click here for more information. For Out of Town Climbers: we have reserved a block of rooms at the Westin Hotel (1500 Town Center in Southfield - in the same parking lot as the event) for a price of $149 a night. GOA room block You can stay Friday through Sunday if you'd like to enjoy all our area has to offer such as the Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village; Detroit Zoo; casinos, theaters and sports arenas in Downtown Detroit; cider mills and so much more! About Gift of Adoption : You don’t have to adopt to give a child a family. Gift of Adoption awards adoption grants to complete adoptions of children in vulnerable circumstances – giving them permanent families and the chance to thrive. As of December 31, 2025, Gift of Adoption has awarded $648,920 in adoption assistance grants across Michigan to complete the adoptions of 201 children. Each year, Gift of Adoption receives requests from approximately 21 qualified families in Michigan — representing a funding need of $134,400. The goal of the Michigan Chapter’s all-volunteer board is to raise enough funds to help complete adoptions for every qualified application. 100% of gifts to the Michigan Chapter fund adoption grants, uniting children with permanent, loving families. Nationwide, Gift of Adoption is only able to fund 2 out of 3 qualified applicants putting adoption out of reach for many families who otherwise would adopt. Gifts of any amount make a tremendous difference in our ability to remove the financial barrier to adoption and there are many ways to give including online, stock, IRA and Donor Advised Funds.
Course & Travel Notes
The Stepping Up Stair Climb takes place at 699 feet elevation in Southfield, Michigan, which is low enough that altitude adjustment shouldn't impact your pacing strategy. With sunrise at 7:31 AM and a 9:00 AM start time, you'll have good daylight from the beginning of the race. Expect typical November weather with highs around 47°F and lows near 30°F, and be prepared for the possibility of rain, which occurs on about 35% of days this time of year. Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport is located 11.7 miles from the venue if you're flying in for the November 21st race.
⛰️ 699 ft elevation☀️ Typically 47°F / 30°F · 35% chance of rain✈️ Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) — 11.7 mi
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When is Gift of Adoption Michigan – Stepping Up Stair Climb 2026 — Southfield, MI?
Gift of Adoption Michigan – Stepping Up Stair Climb 2026 — Southfield, MI takes place on November 21, 2026. The race is held in Southfield, Michigan.
Where is Gift of Adoption Michigan – Stepping Up Stair Climb 2026 — Southfield, MI held?
Gift of Adoption Michigan – Stepping Up Stair Climb 2026 — Southfield, MI is held at Southfield Town Center Plante Moran Building in Southfield, Michigan.
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