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Every spring, the cycling world rolls into Sea Otter Classic, and 2026 was no exception. Held at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca from April 16–19, the four-day festival brought together thousands of athletes and fans for one of the most electric gatherings in outdoor sports. This year, 15 High Fives athletes showed up strong in Monterey, … Read more
April 2026 carried forward the momentum of the season with powerful community connection, athlete progression, and meaningful storytelling across the High Fives Foundation network. The month closed with the release and celebration of Roy Tuscany’s Alive Day, marking 20 years since his life-changing injury and highlighting the movement that has grown from it. Athletes continued … Read more
High Fives Foundation Celebrates 20 Years Since Roy Tuscany’s Life-Changing Injury and the Movement That Followed Truckee, CA – April 29, 2026 — Twenty years ago, a single moment on snow changed everything for professional skier Roy Tuscany. What followed was not the end of a story, but the beginning of a movement that has … Read more
You can explore the official 3D walkthrough of the High Fives Foundation headquarters and CRJ Healing Center right here: This virtual tour lets you move through the space in Truckee, CA, giving a feel for the CR Johnson Healing Center, offices, and athlete-focused environment without being there in person.
High Fives Foundation Awards 123 Grants in Empowerment Fund Cycle 1, 2026$500,500 Distributed to Support Athletes Recovering from Life-Changing Injuries This cycle awarded 123 total grants, supporting athletes across North America with a total of $500,500 distributed. The cohort included 61 new athletes joining the High Fives community and 62 returning athletes continuing their recovery … Read more
Friday, April 10, 2026 | Winter Park, Colorado A great day in Winter Park set the stage for a powerful and personal Mini Ski Camp experience with High Fives Foundation. Designed to create space for progression, connection, and time on snow, this one-day camp brought together a small but mighty group of athletes ready to … Read more
The 11th Annual Retro Shred-A-Thon brought the High Fives Foundation community together once again for a day rooted in creativity, connection, and purpose. While snow conditions kept things interesting, the energy on the mountain never wavered. From retro kits to high spirits, this year’s event proved that showing up for one another is what truly … Read more
At High Fives Foundation, transparency isn’t just a checkbox, it’s a commitment to our community, our athletes, and every donor who believes in what’s possible after a life-changing injury. That’s why we’re proud to share that we’ve earned the 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition from Candid. This distinction reflects … Read more
Military to the Mountains (M2M) 2026 brought 21 veterans and first responders to Palisades Tahoe for a life-changing week of adaptive skiing and snowboarding. During one of the only true powder days of the season, High Fives Foundation athletes, staff, and community members headed into the backcountry with PistenBully and Pacific Crest Snowcats for an … Read more
3 Days of Surf, Community & Stoke at Steamer Lane The 2026 Santa Cruz Paddlefest delivered three incredible days of competition, connection, and community on the California coast. Held at the iconic Steamer Lane, this world-renowned paddlesports event brought together athletes, volunteers, sponsors, and fans for one of the most anticipated gatherings in paddle surfing. … Read more
