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Why High Fives Foundation Is Rewriting the Playbook on Nonprofit Leadership
New board appointments, a new chair, and athlete-driven team additions signal a culture-first approach to impact. High Fives Foundation is entering a new chapter, announcing a comprehensive leadership evolution that reflects a clear conviction. Meaningful impact is built through community, lived experience, and culture-first leadership. The Foundation today announced the appointment of three new Board … Read more
#HelmetsAreCool Chapters
Three-part film highlights athlete perspective, helmet science, and brain health to reinforce the importance of helmet use basics.highfivesfoundation.org Designed as one cohesive documentary with three short chapters (3 minutes each), #HelmetsAreCool blends athlete storytelling, expert interviews, animation, and real-world science to connect with outdoor action sports enthusiasts of all ages. A Three-Chapter Approach to Helmet … Read more
2025 Wakesurfing Program
In 2025, the High Fives Foundation and MasterCraft Boats continued their shared mission to create waves of opportunity through adaptive surfing. Across 38 surf trips and 152 hours on the water, athletes, volunteers, and partners came together to celebrate inclusion, confidence, and community. Watch the program in action!
Stowe Monoski Camp Returns for Its 14th Edition
The Stowe Monoski Camp returned to Vermont for its 14th edition on January 11–12, 2026, continuing a long-standing tradition of collaboration, progression, and community on snow. Hosted at Stowe Mountain Resort, the camp welcomed 27 adaptive athletes for two full days of skill-building, connection, and time on the mountain. Organized by Green Mountain Adaptive Sports, … Read more
2025 Team Carson Award
Each year, the Carson Burlington Memorial Fund (Team Carson) donates an adaptive sit-ski to one deserving #HighFivesAthlete. We are proud to announce Nick Ferris as the 2025 Team Carson Award recipient. Nick was awarded full funding for a Dynaccess Hydra sit-ski, including Enabling Tech outriggers and skis/bindings, empowering him with the equipment needed to continue … Read more
New Series Launch | Rock Climbing
High Fives Foundation is excited to kick off a new Rock Climbing Series, bringing athletes and community members together to explore movement, confidence, and connection. We’re partnering with Mesa Rim Climbing Center to host inclusive indoor climbing sessions designed to welcome all ability levels. Whether you’re new to climbing or returning to the wall, these … Read more
Green Mountain Shred Returns to Sugarbush
March 8, 2026 | Mt. Ellen, Vermont Get ready for an unforgettable day of skiing, snowboarding, community, and giving back. Sign up HERE. The 15th Annual Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon is back at Sugarbush Resort’s Mt. Ellen on March 8, bringing together skiers and riders of all abilities for a bell-to-bell celebration fueled by laps, grit, … Read more
Unveiling the 5 HIGHlights of January 2026
January kicked off 2026 with purpose, progress, and a powerful reminder of why community sits at the heart of High Fives Foundation. As winter settled in and a new year began, our focus turned toward momentum, building on everything we achieved in 2025 while opening the door to what’s ahead. The launch of the 2026 … Read more
A Year in Motion, The 2025 High Fives Foundation Photo Timeline
2025 was a year defined by movement, momentum, and meaningful moments. From snow-covered peaks to warm ocean waters, from first-time experiences to powerful returns to sport, the High Fives Foundation community showed up in every season with resilience, connection, and heart. Through five pillars of sport, SNOW, BIKE, SURF, FISH, and DIRT, our athletes, staff, … Read more
