On March 8, 2026, KW agent and local firefighter/EMT Scott Walker of East Jefferson Fire and Rescue will participate in the LLS Firefighter Stairclimb, the world’s largest on-air stair climb competition. Each year, firefighters climb more than 1,300 steps of Seattle’s Columbia Tower in full turnout gear to honor those impacted by blood cancer. Proceeds from the event support vital research, patient care, and advocacy initiatives.
To Scott, this challenge is more than just a competition – for him, it’s where service, discipline, and perspective all come together—values that influence how he lives and works every day. “The stairclimb is a choice to stay uncomfortable, to keep sharpening a mindset that carries over into every part of life. In that sense, the climb is a spiritual experience for me, a place where discomfort reminds me who I am and what truly matters… Completing the stairclimb reinforces the lesson to show up daily, to keep climbing when it would be easier to stop, and to serve clients with steadiness even when it is challenging.” The climb also carries a deeper personal meaning. Scott’s wife, Michelle, in addition to being a REALTOR, is an oncology nurse, and her work caring for patients battling cancer gives real weight to every step he takes on the climb. Participating in the stairclimb with other firefighters is especially meaningful to him, driven by the camaraderie that comes from pushing through something hard together for a cause bigger than any one person.
How You Can Help Scott:
To support Scott’s Firefighter Stairclimb Fundraiser and Blood Cancer United, you can make a donation to his campaign. Every donation contributes to funding for therapy and treatments that help save lives.
About Blood Cancer United
Blood Cancer United is dedicated to curing blood cancer and improving the quality of life for patients and their families. As the largest funder of blood cancer research among nonprofits, the organization has invested nearly $1.8 billion in groundbreaking work, driving advances in immunotherapy, genomics, and personalized medicine that save lives and influence treatments for other cancers. Blood Cancer United also provides free education, resources, and support to help patients and families navigate diagnosis, treatment, and care. Through a nationwide advocacy network, the organization works to remove barriers to care and expand access to lifesaving treatments for cancer patients nationwide.