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HIGH FIVES ATHLETE #16 Tony Schmiesing, recounts a life-changing moment on a sunny June 27th, 1980 in Newport. While performing a familiar dive off a rock jetty, Tony struck a rock underwater, resulting in a spinal injury. A competitive surfer with a deep passion for the sport, Tony struggled to adjust to life after the … Read more
On August 25th, 2024, Jovan Castillo and Doug Rottman embraced the thrill of the backcountry with the Return to Dirt program. These two athletes, determined to push boundaries, spent the day navigating Colorado’s rugged terrain using Can-Am Off-Road vehicles equipped with Sure Grip Hand Controls. Return to Dirt’s mission of providing individuals with disabilities the … Read more
On August 18th, 2024, PJ Heger from Traverse City, MI, joined the Return to Dirt program for a thrilling day in the Colorado mountains. After a snowmobile accident, PJ lives by the mantra, “Anything I did before, I can do now.” This was clear as he navigated the rugged terrain using Sure Grip Hand Controls … Read more
Sierra and Chris Rehrer on Their Family’s Disability Journey Sierra, Chris, Jack, and Arlo Rehrer live in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. Sierra is a physical therapist and Chris is a physician assistant. When Chris and Sierra met and fell in love, they dreamt of traveling the world and using their medical skills to … Read more
On August 16th, 2024, the High Fives Foundation hosted its 12th Annual Green Mountain Charity Golf Tournament at Sugarbush Golf Club, where 37 teams came together to raise funds for High Fives Athletes. The event featured five athletes, with two taking to the course themselves. “Vermont golf was an amazing event with even more amazing … Read more
We are proud to announce the recipients of our Empowerment Grant for the second cycle of 2024. Through the Empowerment Fund, we continue to provide resources and inspiration to athletes who have suffered life-changing injuries, including spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and other mobility-limiting conditions. This grant cycle highlights the incredible resilience and … Read more
We’re excited to announce that MasterCraft and the High Fives Foundation were recently featured on CBS Reno! The coverage comes from an on-water experience we coordinated with Reporter Jaden Urban and our Founder, Roy Tuscany. Read the full article HERE
The collaboration brings together two organizations that both prioritize well-being and performance. Nirvana Water Sciences Corp., renowned for its innovative hydration solutions infused with HMB (beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate), is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the High Fives Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to supporting athletes in their recovery from life-altering injuries. This collaboration marks … Read more
Zoe Meyer of the Sierra Sun shares the good word of the High Fives Foundation’s summer sports programs. Exciting new chapter for adaptive sports: High Fives Foundation and MasterCraft launch surf program Read the Full Article HERE
As we wrap up the second quarter of 2024, we’re excited to share the continued success of our “Five for Fives” program. This quarter, thanks to the creativity and generosity of our partners, over $18,000 was raised to support our mission of being the safety net for the outdoor community. The “Five for Fives” program … Read more
