What we do: Through the fun and excitement of athletics, the Hi-Five Foundation strives to enrich the lives of children ages 6-13. Every child has the right to a safe environment with certain intellectual, cultural and social opportunities. The Hi-Five Foundation seeks out programs that bring children of all backgrounds together. Structured programs, events and summer camps help make each child's formative years the most special time of their lives.

Purpose:
Positive role models and quality programs immeasurably enrich the lives of city children. It should be the goal of every adult to pave the way for our kids. "All the child needs is a little help, a little hope and someone to love and guide them." There are many worthwhile inner-city programs that work tirelessly serving the educational and social needs of our children. Our purpose is to assist those community based programs that share our vision, in a way we can. we are committed to helping supply the organization with resources that can help these groups enrich our children's lives.

Current Organizations:
Windy City Small Fry has been in existence for 15 years. It is made up of several organizations working out of Chicago area parks. The supporting volunteers of these organizations are not only coaches but mentors to the children. They guide and care for the well being of each child from the time he or she enters the program until high school. The sport of basketball is just the vehicle that introduces each child to the organization. Chi-Town Basketball Camp (Small Fry Basketball Camp) For six years, Small Fry Basketball Camp has offered city and suburban children an exceptional cultural. educational and athletic experience. At Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin, the four day long overnight program brings suburban and inner-city kids together not only for basketball, but for some of life's lessons, as well. The funds raised by the Hi-Five Foundation provides scholarships for Chicago's inner city youth.