Established in 2015, Hi 5 Youth Foundation is a large professional sports non-profit that trains underprivileged and tribal children in basketball. With a multi-year program, it  builds children into confident young players and winning school teams – who translate their success on the  basketball court into a college degree and a bright economic future.
Currently 4,000+ children all over India train every day at 35 government and tribal boarding schools making it among the largest basketball development programs.

At its heart, Hi 5 isn’t just about teaching children to dribble or shoot hoops. It’s about that magical moment when a child who’s always felt invisible suddenly sinks their first basket, and their face lights up with pure joy. It’s about watching them grow from timid, unsure children into confident young players who proudly wear their team jerseys.

By combining structured training, professional coaching, and a strong emphasis on life skills, we empower children to thrive both on and off the court. Our work promotes gender equality, teamwork, and holistic growth, creating pathways to brighter futures. At Hi 5, we don’t just train athletes – we nurture leaders, dreamers, and changemakers.

Vision

Be the leading basketball development program that uplifts underprivileged communities

Mission

To grow the sport of basketball in the country and establish a professional, scalable, sustainable sports enterprise that uplifts underprivileged and tribal youth.

Core Values

At Hi 5, our core values are the heartbeat of our mission, transforming basketball from a game into a platform for life-long excellence. These principles guide our youth to discover their identity and worth, empowering them to realize they are "as capable and as deserving" as anyone else.

Empathy

Enriching / Elevating / Nurturing lives by building confidence and aspirations through basketball.

Trust and Mutual Respect

Promoting gender-neutral opportunities and mutual respect among all participants.

Practice and Hard Work

Instilling perseverance, hard work, and consistency in every aspect of training and life.

Teamwork

Encouraging collaboration, respect, and shared goals both on and off the court.

Quality

Striving for greatness in skills, personal growth, and community impact.

Hi 5 USA

Hi 5 USA is a registered public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS, ensuring tax-exempt status for donations. Based in the United States of America, Hi 5 USA channels 100% of contributions toward empowering underprivileged children in India through grassroots basketball programs. With an emphasis on life skills, team play, and excellence, every donation fuels transformative opportunities for children to rewrite their futures.

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