b'CommunityA Network of People Who Believe, and Invest, In Our Students The fourth and final pillar of Heights Economic Mobility Catalyst model centers on community. Heights community consists of 1,600+ alumni, 250+ volunteers, 3,500+ students, 700+ donors, and 75+ staffall of whom believe strongly that young people in Philadelphia deserve pathways to educational and workforce success. Samira ChhetriHEIGHTS ALUMNAEStudent Dentist, Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2025Heights has played a pivotal role in my journey to dental school. From providing support during high school, with assistance with SAT preparation and extracurricular activities,to financial resources throughout college for essentials such as textbooks, supplies, andDAT preparation materials, Heights has been there every step of the way.Mohamadou SowHEIGHTS ALUMNICyber Risk Analyst at Capital One Penn State University, Class of 2020 As a first-generation college student, navigating the path to higher education felt over-whelming until I joined Heights. The program provided me with critical resources, from college application guidance to scholarship support and, most importantly, a community that helped me stay focused throughout my academic journey. Nafisah MouzonHEIGHTS ALUMNAEBlended Case Manager at Northeast Community Center for Behavioral Health (NECCBH)Albright College, Class of 2023Heights has been instrumental in shaping my professional journey by providing direction,valuable resources, and emphasizing the importance of networking and self-advocacy. Post-graduation, Liz Sutton (Associate Director of Alumni and Volunteer Engagement), offered tremendous support through her guidance, active listening, and motivating encouragement. Jessica AbeneHEIGHTS VOLUNTEER University of Pennsylvania PhD StudentI am motivated to continue my work with Heights because of the incredible passion I see inthe students. They are genuinely committed to improving their education and deeply engaged in their interactions with mentors. I love being a part of supporting their growth. Irene Jimenez-LorenzoHEIGHTS ALUMNAE AND STAFF MEMBERFinance Coordinator at Heights PhiladelphiaAlbright College, Class of 2024 As a first-generation student from a migrant Mexican family, I faced challenges navigating college and career paths without the guidance many others had. Heights provided mentors who understood my struggles and connected me to valuable resources and opportunities I wouldnt have had on my own. Their belief in my potential helped me build confidence and chart a path toward higher education and a career. 12Community'