Two Women Prepare for the LOWA Matterhorn Adventure Supported by the Summit Scholarship Foundation and LOWA

March 13, 2026

STAMFORD, Conn. (March 13, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – LOWA Boots, a global footwear brand known for its over 100 years of hand-crafted heritage and professional footwear, announces two women from the United States and Germany have been selected for the scholarship supported by the Summit Scholarship Foundation and LOWA. Until August 2026, they will be prepared for an ascent of the Matterhorn by renowned alpinists Sunny Stroeer, Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner, Ines Papert and Alix von Melle.

Thirty‑five‑year‑old Tiffany Diep from New Hampshire is a mother of three. Growing up in a traditional Asian household, she never felt fulfilled by the role that was expected of her. It was only later in life that mountaineering helped her break free from these expectations and build self‑confidence. “Representation matters, especially in spaces where women, particularly Southeast Asian women, are rarely seen. Now that I know these dreams are within reach, I am determined to pursue them. Joining an all-women Matterhorn team is more than climbing a peak, it’s about rewriting the story I once told myself.”

Noemi Kreuz is 25 years old and lives in Rottenburg am Neckar, Germany. As a youth leader with the German Alpine Club (DAV), she is committed to supporting FLINTA* individuals in mountain sports by offering tours and courses tailored to this community. As an experienced mountaineer, she has personally encountered situations in which she was treated as a less capable climbing partner because of her gender.

Sunny Stroeer, endurance athlete and founder of the Summit Scholarship Foundation, is looking forward to working with the two scholarship recipients: “With Tiffany and Noemi, we have selected two applicants who represent two generations of women in the mountains. Through the Summit Scholarship Foundation, we can provide knowledge, equipment and financial resources to support women in alpine mountaineering in finding their own path – and in doing so, becoming role models for others.”

More information about the program (summitscholarship.org) →

About LOWA Boots

With over 100 years of hand-crafted European heritage, LOWA Boots is a globally respected footwear brand located in Jetzendorf, in Upper Bavaria. Since 1923, LOWA has created premium outdoor boots and shoes featuring beautiful silhouettes, best-in-class quality, and proprietary technology. Its designers adeptly navigate the outdoor performance, trail running, lifestyle, and tactical categories, always nurturing brand integrity. LOWA is one of the only footwear brands to receive ISO 9001 status for the highest quality construction and process standards. LOWA certified tactical boots are also made to comply with the European Union’s PPE standards. For more information, visit www.lowaboots.com.

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