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Meet Dariel Meléndez & watch his full film – releasing May 5th! From the rivers of Costa Rica to the snowy slopes of Colorado, Dariel Meléndez’s journey is anything but ordinary. The Pura Vida Path is a raw, cinematic short film that follows Dariel’s transformation after a traumatic accident changed his life forever. Through heartbreak, … Read more
April was all about elevation—of goals, grit, and good vibes. This month, High Fives Athletes pushed limits, embraced new challenges, and showed what resilience really looks like. From powerful community moments to personal milestones, every step forward was fueled by the support of our incredible athletes, partners, and supporters. Thank you for helping us turn … Read more
High Fives is featured in Forward Stance 2024 Annual Impact Report from Alterra Mountain Company. Read the full article HERE.
Roy Tuscany, High Fives Founder, Talks His Life-Changing Ski Accident & Finding Meaning In Adaptive Sports Meet David’s best bro Roy Tuscany! An incredibly inspiring adaptive athlete and alumni of the Adaptive Training Foundation, who has taken his darkest day and become a pioneer for people all over the world who have endured life-altering injuries. … Read more
Fast Laps, Fierce Battles, and Good Vibes The Sea Otter Classic delivered once again with perfect weather, a great crowd, and some of the best racing we’ve seen so far this season. From high-stakes competition to chill trail rides, it was a weekend to remember. Dual Slalom Showdown The Dual Slalom course brought the heat, … Read more
10 Years of Throwback Shred & Forward Momentum On April 19th, we laced up our boots, zipped up our neon, and took to the slopes at Winter Park Resort for the 10th Annual Retro Shred-A-Thon—and what a day it was. This wasn’t just our biggest Retro Shred yet—it was our most impactful. With 17 High … Read more
The Reign Supreme Lion Heart Art Show is back for 2025, and we’re inviting artists from across the Truckee-Tahoe region and beyond to be part of something powerful. This community art show is a celebration of creativity and the spirit of healing that lives within the walls of the C.R. Johnson Healing Center. Artists are … Read more
20% of proceeds from Neuro Gum will support High Fives Foundation when you use code HIGHFIVES at checkout From now until April 30, you can energize your body and support an incredible cause at the same time. We’re proud to team up with Neuro, the brand behind clean, functional energy gum and mints, to raise … Read more
Through our Empowerment Fund, we provide two grant cycles each year to support individuals with life-changing injuries in reclaiming their independence and reconnecting with outdoor adventure. The first grant cycle of 2025 was a powerful reflection of that mission in action. In this cycle, we welcomed 51 new athletes and continued our support of 64 … Read more
In 2025, we proudly celebrated a decade of impact through Military to the Mountains at Palisades Tahoe and built powerful new memories at Solitude Mountain Resort. Through multiple weeks of training, two transformative weeks on snow – 31 veterans were introduced to the healing power of skiing and snowboarding—many for the very first time. Palisades … Read more
