A mission, not a holiday
We are a generation of young Cambodians who believe our ambitions should have no geographical boundaries. We want to take Cambodia to one of the most extraordinary places on Earth, and return with a message about our shared responsibility for the future of our planet.
Youth achievement
Show that Cambodian young people can aspire to, plan and accomplish extraordinary international challenges.
National representation
Put Cambodia on the map in an environment where it is rarely represented.
Environmental awareness
Give the journey a climate-change and environmental education dimension.
Cultural exchange
Document the expedition and share it with Cambodian school and university students.
The honest cost of the Pole
Skiing the final 111 km to the geographic South Pole is far more demanding, and far more expensive, than flying there. Published prices for the “Last Degree” are in the range below, before international flights, personal kit, insurance and preparation.
Our first goal: US$125,000 in seed funding
This campaign is the first stage of a larger budget. We are building a partnership model, not relying on donations alone.
- Corporate sponsors$40,000
- Cambodian public campaign$25,000
- International donors$25,000
- Universities and foundations$20,000
- Media partnerships$15,000
Illustrative mix only. These are not secured commitments.
Ninety days to the start line
The campaign runs as a public event, with a launch in Phnom Penh and an international push led by every participant as an ambassador.
- Days 1–20
The announcement
A short film introduces the team, the challenge and why Cambodia belongs at the South Pole.
- Days 21–40
The public challenge
A fundraising event in Phnom Penh for universities, businesses and media. The first corporate partners are announced.
- Days 41–65
The international campaign
The crowdfunding page opens worldwide, aimed at the diaspora, alumni and climate and youth organisations.
- Days 66–90
The final push
Progress reports, sponsor interviews, training footage, educational videos and a closing event.
What Cambodia gets back
Every supporter is investing in something that stays home. When the team returns, they will deliver:
- Presentations at 20 Cambodian schools and universities
- A short documentary about the expedition
- A social media series on climate change and Antarctica
- A youth leadership programme built on resilience, teamwork and international ambition
- A photographic exhibition in Phnom Penh
Principal sponsor
US$50,000+Lead partner across the film, exhibition and school programme.
Expedition sponsor
US$15–25kNamed partner of a core expedition or education component.
Supporting sponsor
US$2.5–10kRecognition across campaign updates and events.
Back the expedition
Choose a level. Rewards are digital, because we will not carry souvenirs out of Antarctica.
US$0 raised of US$125,000 seed goal. Campaign opens soon.