Full Circle | A Story of Post Traumatic Growth

Full Circle is both an unblinking examination of the challenges of life after spinal cord injury… and a celebration of the opportunity for growth that such a tragedy can present. Featuring Trevor Kennison and Barry Corbet. A Level 1 Production, in association with Abramorama and XYZ Films. Directed by Josh Berman, and made possible with … Read more

Biking Old Hwy 40 for a Cause, A Recap of Our Fundraising Journey with Pedal For Positivity

In life, there are challenges that push us to our limits, both physically and mentally. Biking in the Sierra Nevada mountains is one such challenge, but when you add a noble cause to the mix, the journey becomes even more rewarding. Over the past few months, we embarked on an incredible fundraising journey with Harrison, … Read more

The Satire Series

The High Fives Foundation’s satire video leaves the audience with a powerful and heartwarming message- true inspiration knows no boundaries and can be found in the most unexpected places. It encourages viewers to look beyond the superficial and appreciate the diverse ways in which people inspire and impact each other’s lives. Parallel Inspirations | A … Read more

Pedal For Positivity

A fundraiser building bridges for mental health in honor of Joe Fazzio and others who struggle with mental challenges. Donate here. “Fazzio was like a brother to me. Fazzio took me under his wing and showed me a new way to experience the world; which he referred to it as “FAZZIO STYLE” ” – Harrison … Read more

Tony Schmiesing on the Power of Partnership and Pursuing Dreams as an Adaptive Skier

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWnG4kVFmC8 In the video, Tony Schmiesing from Berkeley, California, talks about his lifelong love for skiing, surfing, and skating, which he describes as part of his DNA. He shares how he found his skiing partners, Brian and Roy Tuscany through a chance encounter and how their partnership has been invaluable to him. Tony explains that ... Read more

Vermont SportsCar and High Fives Foundation Partner to Take Adaptive Skiing to the Next Level

VERMONT SPORTSCAR x HIGH FIVES FOUNDATION Positive growth. Vermont SportsCar, the world-renowned rally car manufacturer, and the High Fives Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping injured athletes, have teamed up to bring adaptive skiing to the next level. The partnership between Vermont SportsCar and the High Fives Foundation is a natural fit. Both organizations … Read more

2022 Silver Tie Gala

Your attendance at the Silver Tie Gala represents a ripple effect of positive impact that overflows our mission beyond the brim. You and 399 Ohana friendships, High Fives Athletes, brand partners, and staff represent what it means to fearlessly serve as the safety-net of the outdoor action sports community. Thank you for supporting the 2022 ... Read more

High Fives annual Maui surf trip

It feels like yesterday we were engulfed in the Ohana vibes as we watched Athletes and their family experience gorgeous waves together in beautiful Maui. This year we are back, and the Ohana vibes are as strong as ever. We brought 12 Athletes and their families to Maui to grow, improve, heal and love in ... Read more