Game On for Change, Transforming Lives Through BasketballGame On for Change4000+ children, 35 Centers across 8 states of India
4000+ children, 35 Centers
across 8 states of India
Game On for Change, Transforming Lives Through BasketballGame On for Change4000+ children, 35 Centers across 8 states of India
4000+ children,
35 Centers
across 8 states
of India
Hi 5 Youth Foundation 10 Years of Changing Young Lives

Changing young lives through play!

Founded in 2015, Hi 5 Youth Foundation is a professional sports non-profit organization dedicated to providing basketball training to underprivileged and tribal children. Through its multi-year programs, the foundation develops young children into skilled players and successful school teams, equipping them to leverage their achievements on the basketball court toward obtaining a college degree and enhancing their economic prospects.

Currently, over 4,000 children across India participate daily at 35 government and tribal boarding schools, positioning the initiative as one of the largest basketball development programs in the country

Our Programs

Hope Thru Hoops

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Hope thru Hoops

A rigorous, multi-year basketball development program aimed at building underprivileged and tribal children into skilled players and high-performance  school teams that experience success !

Grade 4 to 10 at School

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Pathways to Success

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A higher education, internship and practical training initiative, for Hi 5 children, to ensure that success on the basketball court – translates into a college degree and  better economic opportunities in sports, sports management and related areas.

Grade 11 &12 and 3 years of college

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Impact Stories

At Hi 5, basketball is a pursuit of excellence—and a platform for life transformation. Our impact stories capture this journey through two distinct lenses: Stories from the Court, which celebrate those magical moments at our centers where children who once felt invisible sink their first basket and discover their identity and worth, and Full Circle Stories, which follow the decade-long transformation of our underprivileged and tribal youth. These “Full Circle” narratives highlight how long-term dedication leads to meaningful livelihoods and enhanced economic prospects, with many graduates returning to work with Hi 5. Each story reflects our core belief that excellence in sport drives academic success and secures well-compensated, sustainable futures.

Circle of Life

Yogita Baswat — From Tribal Roots to Taking the Path Unknown

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Circle of Life

Rakesh & Team — Of Friendship, Community and Team Spirit

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Circle of Life

Pathways to Success — A Legacy of Transformation

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Stories from the Court

Parivaar — Sowing New Seeds

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Stories from the Court

Naroli, Gujarat — Hoops of Hope, Roots of Change

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Stories from the Court

Aalo, Arunachal Pradesh — Where the court became a bridge to the world

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Hi 5 Basketball Academy
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One-of-a-kind Academy solely for basketball in India! @ Shahapur

The Hi 5 Academy powers the next level of basketball development for 4,000+ children across 35 centers in 8 states and serves as a hub for developing 80+ coaches. Through summer residential camps, advanced coach training, and specialized preparation for state and national tournaments, the Academy creates a high-performance development environment. Our residential facility for elite players adds the next layer—creating a clear pathway to opportunities in professional sport.

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Changing Young Lives Through Play

A Child’s journey in Hi 5

The real magic at Hi 5 lies in the transformation that happens to the children in the 10+ years at Hi 5. These aren’t just players developing their game, they’re young people discovering their identity and worth.

Through success on the court – they discover that they are ‘as capable and as deserving’ as others, and with a lot of hard work and a little support, they are ready to soar – and there’s no telling how high they might soar!

Changing Lives Through Play — Beginner

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Changing Lives Through Play — Champion

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Changing Lives Through Play — Graduation

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Changing Lives Through Play — Coach

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Our Scorecard of Transformation

Each trophy and tournament result represents countless hours of training, teamwork, and determination, showcasing extraordinary potential in these children.

Pairing on-court growth with academic support and mentorship, helping students excel in exams and step into higher education with confidence.

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Children represented state teams at the BFI National Championships and Jr. NBA Nationals in 2024–25

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Children represented district at the State Championship in 2024-25

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Podium Finishes by our children in 2024-25

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Tribal Children became First generation college-goers

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443 out of 460 Children Successfully graduated 10th Grade (Girls and boys graduating at near-equal rate)

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210 out of 225 Children Successfully graduated 12th Grade (More girls choosing education over early marriage)

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Successfully completed Graduation (Many students pursuing college, internships & part - time job)

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graduated students are currently working with Hi 5

Allies in Changing Lives

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Government of Telangana
Gurukulam
Krushi
Eklavya Model Residential School
BMC
Parivaar
Ramakrishna Mission
Sant Ghadge Maharaj
American School of Bombay
Sphoorti

Testimonials

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Among all tribal institutions and ashrams in Maharashtra, only Sri Gadge Maharaj Mission school in Vajreshwari has a fully-functioning basketball court, all thanks to Hi 5 Youth Foundation. They’re keen on finding talent from our tribal school and convinced us that if we give these students the right guidance, they will flourish in the future!

Anil AwateHead, Sri Gadge Maharaj Mission School
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I am incredibly happy that I am finally doing something I think I was meant to do. As a coach, I get the respect from the students, I get to play basketball every day, and even my vision matches with the leadership’s long term vision for Hi 5, what more can I ask? This is like a dream job!

Kevin FrancisHead Coach
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I feel empowered to do something in my life. Before basketball, I hadn’t even thought of what next but now I have a direction. My parents are also supporting me in this and I want to excel at basketball to make them proud.

Student at Vajreshwari
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Before Hi 5 Youth Foundation, the children didn't even know what basketball was! Now my students are at the advanced level, some are even playing at district tournaments! Students have now become more focused on their futures & are learning the game rather than wasting their youth on bad habits or bad company. Hats off to Hi 5 for this social change!

Shubangi ChuriPE Teacher, Unnat Nagar Municipal School