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This winter, Copper Mountain turned turns into impact. As part of their Play Forever commitment, Copper Mountain raised over $154,000 for 22 nonprofit partners—including the High Fives Foundation—through their Play Forever Thursdays program. Every Thursday from November through April, a portion of each online, advance lift ticket was donated to organizations working to protect the … Read more
A new collaborative short film by TEAM LEWIS Foundation & High Fives Foundation The TEAM LEWIS Foundation and High Fives Foundation have once again teamed up—united by a shared mission to tell stories that inspire. The Healing Powers of Water is their latest collaboration…a short film exploring water as a powerful force for healing, transformation, … Read more
Waves, Stoke, and Community From April 30 to May 3, twelve High Fives Athletes gathered in Santa Cruz for an unforgettable adaptive surf experience. Whether it was their first time on a board or their fiftieth, every athlete brought energy and determination to the waves. Led by our incredible team, the camp focused on fun, … Read more
A series of three golf tournaments in three States across the U.S. These tournaments have become a staple for High Fives and our participating communities. Golfers navigate the course, competing for prizes in various categories. There are opportunities for individual golfers to win prizes for their performance on specific holes, and teams compete for overall … Read more
Five For Fives Partners are lifting others up! At High Fives Foundation, we believe in the power of community-driven support, and the Five for Fives program is an example of how businesses can make a real impact. In Quarter 1 2025, this initiative has raised $31,088. The Five for Fives program provides businesses with the … Read more
High Fives Proud Supporter, Tender Belly, fuels more than just breakfast—they’re fueling awareness for adaptive athletes! From supporting our mission to spreading the word on social media, Tender Belly is helping bring visibility to life after injury. Because awareness is key. 🥓🙌 Kirk Williams View this post on Instagram A post shared by TENDER BELLY … Read more
From April 21–25, seven adaptive athletes took on the legendary White Rim Trail in Canyonlands National Park—a 100-mile loop of red rock, steep cliffs, and unforgettable views. With five athletes riding adaptive trikes and two on standing e-bikes, this four-day backcountry bikepacking trip was more than just a challenge—it was a milestone in recovery, community, … Read more
Wake Surf Tahoe is a day camp service offered by the High Fives Foundation, designed to provide existing High Fives Athletes the opportunity to experience and learn wake surfing on Lake Tahoe. Made possible by our incredible partners @mcboatcompany @sparksscheels @swiftinstitutenv @tmrfoundation. Apply HERE
This season, three mountains on opposite sides of the country united for one purpose… fueling life-changing recoveries through snow, stoke, and community. The 2025 Shred-A-Thon season brought the energy, the costumes, and most importantly, the impact. Whether it was deep in the Rockies, on Vermont’s home turf, or under the iconic KT-22 chair at Palisades, … Read more
Dariel Meléndez’s Athlete Story The High Fives Foundation has released its newest short documentary, The Pura Vida Path, spotlighting the incredible story of Dariel Meléndez—a 23-year-old from Costa Rica whose life was forever changed after a traumatic train accident cost him his leg. What followed was a transformation that turned pain into passion, leading Dariel … Read more
