Philly’s young people — especially Black, Latino, and first-generation-to-college students — possess unlimited talent, drive, and ambition. Yet systemic inequities and underresourced schools too often stand in the way of their academic and economic growth.
Heights Philadelphia partners with students to dismantle these barriers. By combining rigorous educational resources with dedicated community support, we ensure Philly’s youth have the tools and access to achieve their goals and forge pathways to lasting economic mobility.
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Multiple pathways, one direction: forward.
Economic mobility looks different for every student. That’s why Heights provides personalized programming for all youth served. That can mean grade-specific advising, summer programming, internship opportunities, or financial support.
Untapping real potential
Heights works with over 3,300 Philadelphia students to achieve one goal: improve access to help them believe in, and achieve, a better future.
College Student Carver High School ’21
Harvard University ’25
Gettysburg College ’05
Holy Family University ’08
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Enroll your child, or refer another student you know. However you get involved, you can help students achieve more.