MATT LEONARD | #HIGHFIVESATHLETE TO RECEIVE GRANT FUNDING

Vermont native Matt Leonard awarded Empowerment Grant to provide Leonard with $1,320 towards alternative therapies to aid in recovery from a life-altering injury   The High Fives Foundation‘s Empowerment program service disburses board-approved grants to mountain action sports athletes who are recovering from a life-altering injury. In March, the Foundation’s Board of Directors Grant Selection Committee approved a grant for … Read more

MENU | SILVER TIE GALA

High Fives Foundation’s Silver Tie Gala Join us for a fundraising dinner at Reno Provisions April 29th, full of silver ties and stylish getups! You will be treated to inspiring videos, motivating presentations, and culinary greatness from local chef, Mark Estee. 6:30-7:30    Cocktail and Appetizers in Reno Provisions With Music from Luke Stevenson 7:30-9:30   … Read more

501(C)3 SPOTLIGHT | LAHONTAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Lahontan Community Foundation Grants $112,500 to Local Nonprofits Lahontan Community Foundation announces its annual Community Grants. Thank you for the $2,000 grant for the High Fives Foundation BASICS Program Service. LCF was founded in 2002 by members, homeowners and employees of the Lahontan Community. They believe that the privilege they share of living, working and playing … Read more

EVENT | 5TH ANNUAL WEST COAST CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Gray’s Crossing Golf Club Join the High Fives Foundation & 36 Teams competing for incredible prizing and year-long west coast bragging rights. The High Fives Non-Profit Foundation is proud to announce the 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament presented by GoPro on May 14, 2015. The event will take place at the Golf … Read more

EVENT | SILVER TIE GALA

High Fives Foundation’s Silver Tie Gala A fundraising dinner at Reno Provisions celebrating the accomplishments of the High Fives Foundation and naming the annual Community Five Awards recipients April 29th, 2015 the High Fives Foundation will host a sophisticated gathering in Reno, Nev. full of silver ties and stylish getups. The formal dinner brings together the community of … Read more

FIVE FOR FIVES PARTNERS | QUARTER 1 CONTRIBUTIONS

 Thank you Five For Fives Partners for a total of $6,000.00 in Quarter 1 contributions!   A US Manufacturer that focuses on face-gear, Phunkshun Wear combines technical applications, top quality fabrics milled in the USA, and a seemingly endless amount of graphic options in their production. Their focus is on making a product that not … Read more

FUNDRAISER FOR JASON ABRAHAM | APRIL 19TH

Fundraiser For Jason Abraham at Rocker @ Squaw Buy your tickets HERE When:  April 19th, 2015; 5pm – 11pm What: A fundraiser at the Rocker@Squaw to benefit Jason Abraham and his family. The event will include three sources of fundraising. Dinner –A three course dinner at $45 / person Bar – A special drink menu and sales … Read more

#HIGHFIVESATHLETE STEVE WALLACE

Life is a journey to be experienced! 7 years ago today the High Fives Foundation funded its first athlete. In 2008, the High Fives first athlete, Steve Wallace, suffered a spinal cord injury burst fracture of his T9 vertebrae, while skiing in the Granite Chief area at Squaw Valley. In an endless pursuit to return … Read more

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK | ANDREW KURKA

#HighFivesAthlete Andrew Kurka Update, “Quality Over Quantity”   High Fives Athlete Andrew Kurka completed his goal of quality over quantity this season and couldn’t be more stoked about it! He is currently standing as the highest ranking US Mono Ski Athlete for Downhill and SuperG. He managed a bronze medal at World Championships and finished off … Read more

#HIGHFIVESATHLETE GRANT KORGAN

Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can do what others can’t.   #HighFivesAthlete Grant Korgan has been a big part of the High Fives Foundation, he builds our community by showing support to all other athletes and more. Grant has an amazing attitude towards his goals and inspires everyone around him. … Read more