PistenBully Recap | Opening New Doors on the Mountain

High Fives Foundation is proud to share a milestone moment in adaptive access: the first-ever adaptive Pisten Bully operating experience, hosted at Sky Tavern. This unique day brought seven High Fives athletes behind the controls of a PistenBully, offering a hands-on opportunity to experience a side of mountain operations that’s rarely accessible—until now. For many, … Read more

2025 Silver Tie Gala Recap

Over $545,000 raised. Nearly 555 guests in attendance. Close to 55 athletes present. One unforgettable night celebrating community, access, and possibility. The 2025 Silver Tie Gala was a defining moment for the High Fives Foundation community — an evening that blended impact, storytelling, and immersive experiences into a powerful celebration of what’s possible when people … Read more

Neuro Gum | December Give Back

Good Energy Meets Great Purpose This December, High Fives Foundation is proud to partner with Neuro Gum for a month-long giveback campaign that fuels focus, energy, and impact. Utilize promo code HIGHFIVES – Shop HERE. Neuro Gum is known for its patented nootropic formulas that boost mental clarity, focus, and energy, without sugar, gluten, or … Read more

Video Spotlight | Military to the Mountains 10 Years of Impact

For the past decade, Military to the Mountains (M2M) has helped U.S. veterans and first responders rediscover strength, purpose, and possibility through the healing power of adaptive skiing and snowboarding. Created in partnership with High Fives Foundation, Palisades Tahoe, Solitude Mountain Resort, the Adaptive Training Foundation, and City of Reno / Reno Adaptive, Military to … Read more

Community & Conversation Carbondale, Colorado Brings the Community Together

High Fives Foundation Community & Conversation (C&C) series made its way to Carbondale, Colorado, and the result was a powerful evening rooted in connection, storytelling, and collective impact. Hosted in the heart of the Roaring Fork Valley, the Carbondale Community & Conversation welcomed 70 attendees, brought together six High Fives athletes, and raised over $62,000 … Read more

In Loving Memory of Steve Wallace

Steve Wallace will always hold a special place in the story of the High Fives Foundation. He was our very first athlete, our earliest believer, and the person who helped shape the heart of this community long before we knew what High Fives would grow into. Back in 2008, after a life-changing skiing injury, Steve … Read more

Boston Community & Conversation Recap

On Wednesday, November 12th, 2025, something special happened in Boston. High Fives Foundation gathered with athletes, supporters, friends, and new faces at The Capital Grille for an evening rooted in community and conversation and Boston showed up. With 65 attendees, 5 remarkable athletes, and an incredible $62,000 raised, the night was nothing short of powerful. … Read more

Unveiling the 5 HIGHlights of November 2025

November was a month of powerful progress and recaps on the water, in the mountains, and across communities nationwide. High Fives Athletes carved new lines at Waco Surf, built early-season confidence on snow in New Jersey, and pushed new limits on adaptive bikes as we celebrated an unstoppable riding season. Our Return to Dirt Women’s … Read more

Giving Tuesday 2025 – See Where Your Donation Really Goes

Donate HERE this Giving Tuesday! Giving Tuesday is happening on December 2, and for the High Fives Foundation, it’s one of the most powerful days of the year. It’s when our community comes together to fuel life-changing equipment, recovery resources, and opportunities for athletes rebuilding their lives after a life-changing injury. This year, we’re opening … Read more

2025 Waterman Foundation x High Fives Foundation Adaptive Paddle Experience

The Waterman Foundation and High Fives and Adaptive Training Foundation brought a Tahoe-based group of adaptive athletes and military veterans together for two incredible days on the water, providing canoes, paddleboards, and full transfer support to ensure every participant could safely and confidently get on and off the water. With the right gear, the right … Read more