The Players Impact and High Fives Foundation Announce Strategic Partnership to Empower Adaptive Athletes and Professional Athletes in Business and Investment
The Players Impact announces a new partnership with High Fives Foundation.
Birmingham, MI & Truckee, CA – April 14, 2025 – The Players Impact (TPI), a leading venture investment and business education platform for professional athletes, has officially announced a groundbreaking partnership with the High Fives Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting adaptive athletes and injury recovery. This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between sports, business, and investment opportunities, providing High Fives members—ranging from professional athletes to veterans—with access to TPI’s exclusive network and resources.
As part of the agreement, High Fives members will be shown the TPI platform, where they will gain access to investment education, deal flow, and networking opportunities tailored for athletes looking to build their financial futures. The partnership will also include exclusive webinars, educational initiatives, and mentorship opportunities to help athletes navigate the world of venture investing and entrepreneurship.
“This partnership is a game-changer for athletes looking to expand their horizons beyond sports,” said Lonie Paxton, former NFL player and active leader in both organizations. “As someone deeply involved with both The Players Impact and the High Fives Foundation, I know firsthand the value of providing adaptive and professional athletes with the right tools, education, and community to succeed in business and investment. TPI and High Fives share a commitment to empowering athletes for life beyond competition, and I’m excited to see the impact of this collaboration.”
Through this alliance, The Players Impact continues its mission of helping athletes transition into business and investing, while High Fives Foundation strengthens its commitment to providing support to its community of adaptive athletes.
For more information:
Visit www.theplayersimpact.com to learn more about The Players Impact.
Visit www.highfivesfoundation.org to learn more about the High Fives Foundation.
ABOUT HIGH FIVES FOUNDATION | High Fives Nonprofit Foundation focuses on preventing life-changing injuries and provides resources and hope if they happen. It was formed as a way to “pay-it-forward” by the founder, Roy Tuscany, after his own recovery from a spinal cord injury. The Foundation has expanded to help over 900 Athletes from 47 States & Territories and Canada since its inception in 2009. The High Fives Foundation is a California-based, national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
ABOUT THE PLAYERS IMPACT FOUNDATION | The Players Impact Foundation (TPIF) focuses on enhancing athletes’ transition to the business world by providing access to curated investment opportunities, educational programs, and community support, enabling athletes to succeed on and off the field.
For further information, please contact:
Sarah Cahaly scahaly@theplayersimpact.com
Becca Lefanowicz info@highfivesfoundation.com
