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Kicking off winter early — in a mall. Winter arrived ahead of schedule for five High Fives athletes on October 22, as they hit the slopes of Big SNOW American Dream in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Indoor skiing meant no waiting for the first snowfall, just an opportunity to reconnect with the magic of sliding … Read more
New Jersey Adaptive Surf Day made possible by Dralla Foundation. Adaptive surfing meets East Coast grit in Manasquan Inlet. On October 20, four High Fives athletes took on Manasquan Inlet, New Jersey for a surf session powered by resilience. With 30 mph wind gusts and cold Atlantic conditions rolling in, this day demanded tenacity and … Read more
Three days of adaptive surfing stoke in the heart of Texas. From October 5–8, 2025, 14 adaptive athletes and 3 High Fives ambassadors gathered at Waco Surf — a world-class wave lagoon in Waco, TX — for three unforgettable days of progression, community, and pure joy. Across the trip, athletes spent over 25 hours surfing, … Read more
Year-End Giving…Make Twice the Impact This December Every December, the High Fives Foundation launches the most exciting and impactful fundraiser of the year: The Last High Five, a matching campaign driven by our adaptive athletes and powered by incredible sponsors and donors like you. From December 1–31, 2025, every dollar donated is matched dollar-for-dollar, until … Read more
From the desert heat of Nevada to the green trails of Vermont, adaptive athletes, families, volunteers, and partners rallied together this summer for a season full of stoke, new skills, and powerful progression. ✋💚 Across 11 unforgettable bike days, riders pushed comfort zones, built confidence, and proved that adventures on wheels can take you anywhere. … Read more
“As soon as I heard it was the first ladies event, I was like, I gotta go. I just try to seek new experience and this is a very new experience.” – Sam Summers, High Fives Athlete For three empowering days in Colorado, five adaptive women rallied UTVs up rocky ridgelines, cast fishing lines into … Read more
September 14, 2025📍 Colorado | 🛞 40 milesAthlete: Brad Whitelaw🔗 View Photos Brad brought the stoke across state lines. Traveling from Nevada to join the Return to Dirt crew, Brad Whitelaw spent the day exploring scenic Colorado trails — throttle open, spirit high. It wasn’t just about the miles covered, but the freedom of moving … Read more
August 24, 2025📍 Glenwood Springs, CO | 🛞 25 milesAthlete: Ryley Hopper🔗 View Photos Cold rain couldn’t stop the stoke. Ryley Hopper and his family embraced a full day in the Glenwood Springs mud — proving that adventure doesn’t wait for perfect weather. With support from the Return to Dirt crew, Ryley ripped through puddles, … Read more
October 21, 2025 • Gansevoort Rooftop On a crisp fall evening overlooking Manhattan’s skyline, the High Fives Ohana gathered once again in New York City, celebrating possibility, progress, and the powerful support system behind every adaptive athlete. Hosted at the Gansevoort Rooftop, our Community & Conversation event brought together friends old and new for an … Read more
Thousands of Swings. Nearly Half a Million Raised. In communities coast-to-coast, golfers showed up with heart, supporting adaptive athletes one swing at a time. From Vermont’s green hills to the bright lights of Las Vegas, this year’s High Fives golf tournaments brought people together to honor resilience, build connection, and fund life-changing opportunities for individuals … Read more
