Adaptive Advancement: Friends of Clemyjontri Park Located in McLean, VA, Clemyjontri Park is an oasis, preserved in perpetuity for everyone to enjoy. The park is the dream of our benefactor Mrs. Adele Lebowitz, who envisioned this playground and park and generously donated this 18-acre property. She and her family still live on the property today. … Read more
Event Spotlight: 3000 Words Photography & Philanthropy Event This Friday, June 29 from 5:00-11:00pm, 3000 Words will showcase the best in photography while raising money and awareness for the program services of the High Fives Foundation. A $10 door charge will include passed appetizers and entertainment. Heralded photographers from the Lake Tahoe region and beyond … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: Liberty Swing The world’s safest and most recognized swing for children and adults in wheelchairs. The Liberty Swing is both therapeutic and fun.Thanks to Wayne Devine, children with disabilities can now have as much fun on swings in a playground as their able bodied mates – no more sitting on the edge and … Read more
Event Spotlight: 3000 Words at FiftyFifty Brewing Co. The 4th Annual 3000 Word Photography and Philanthropy Event at FiftyFifty Brewing Co. will be on Friday, June 29 from 5:00-11:00pm. An event unlike any other, 3000 Words showcases the best in photography while raising money and awareness for the program services of the High Fives Foundation. … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: Dual Sport Paralympic Athletes Alana Nichols competes and succeeds in both basketball and skiing for the USA Paralympic Teams (respectively). Read more about her incredible ability to balance two sports here.
Event Spotlight: Summer Long Drive Series Presented by the Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District The Summer Long Drive Series at Ponderosa Golf Course benefiting the High Fives Non-Profit Foundation is to be held on Wednesdays on June 27, July 25 and August 15 at the Ponderosa Golf Course in Truckee, CA. Looking to showcase … Read more
Thank You to Five Great High Fives Partners! Thank you very much to the following Truckee, CA businesses that continue to support the High Fives Foundation. Your collaborations, promotions and donations have allowed for the program services of the Foundation to grow. High Five to you! bigtruck headwear (bigtruckheadwear.com) Thanks to bigtruck for the amazing … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: In Rat Experiment, New Hope for Spine Injuries Rats with a spinal cord injury that left their hind legs completely paralyzed learned to walk again on their own after an intensive training course that included electrical stimulation of the brain and the spine, scientists reported on Thursday. Researchers have known for some time … Read more
Event Spotlight: Woodward Tahoe Summer Camp Session #4 Woodward Tahoe has partnered with the High Fives Foundation for the fourth week camp. The partnership is part of a concerted effort from both sides to raise money to support injured action sports enthusiasts and promote the advancement of action sports in a safe and progressive manner. … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: Bioness L300 Foot Drop System The L300 Foot Drop System is a revolutionary medical device that may help you regain mobility and independence. The systems gait sensor adapts to changes in walking speed and terrain, allowing you to walk easily on stairs, grass and carpet. Comfortably worn under most clothing, the L300 Foot … Read more
