ABOUT HI USA. HI USA is a nonprofit organization founded on an enduring belief in the power of travel to foster a deeper understanding of people, places, and the world around. For over 80 years, HI USA has provided a network of affordable hostels to facilitate interaction among people from diverse backgrounds, from across the country and around the world. At HI USA, our core values of. COMMUNITY, RESPECT, INTEGRITY and RELATIONSHIPS. are our comp...