Mission

Did you know?

1 in 2

African American children will develop diabetes

1 in 3

US High school students reported feelings of hopelessness and sadness

1 in 5

African American children is obese & Hispanic children have an even higher rate of obesity

Our Mission

Well-being for the Whole Being

The Higher Ground for Humanity [HGH] mission is to educate and foster everyday behavioral practices [life skills] to advance mental, emotional and physical well-being for underserved communities in communication, nutrition, and fitness.

Core Values

Play Equity

We are transparent and honest, we strive to center growth for economics and social mobility.

Digital Literacy

We support the whole child, in authentic service to the community in the digital age.

Non-Traditional

We quickly adapt non-traditional solutions, we strive to be pioneers.

Who We Work With

Community Centers

Recreation Centers

Non Profit Organizations

We are committed to Financial Transparency

97% of our grant funds are used on programming to support underserved youth.

475% From 2021 to 2023, HGH increased donor contributions by 475% in 2 years.

Learn more about the humanitarians volunteering to support the mission of Higher Ground for Humanity.

Board Secretary

Ross Emelle

Ross Emelle is a second year English major at NC State University. He is also currently a writer at the Nubian Message, one of NC State’s student newspapers.

Accountant

Jarrai Stephens

Jay holds a B.S. in International Business from Furman University and a MBA in Finance from Howard University. Throughout her 15-years of experience in corporate finance, she has held management roles at Deloitte, Meta, and the U.S. Navy

Advisory Board

Hans Hageman

Hans E. Hageman is a social entrepreneur from Spanish Harlem and has developed visionary solutions to improve education from harlem to india and supports the executive board of Higher Ground.