our purpose

We are collective of men and women who have roots in Lincoln Heights who simply believe that we owe it to the community to re-invest in it. As adults, we have grown to become business owners, coaches, educators, fathers, graduates, licensed tradesmen, mothers, nurses, and trained specialists -- we are the manifestation of our grandparents' sacrifices.

A LETTER FROM OUR FOUNDERS

We, the brothers and sisters of The Heights Movement, believe that we have an absolute duty to protect the well-being of our community, to invest in the future success of our youth, and, most importantly, to ensure that the Village of Lincoln Heights returns to its former glory economically.  

We are committed to academic excellence, economic justice, and public health by creating initiatives that drive change in our storied community. Our purpose is intergenerational unity around the issues that have plagued our Village since its inception including, but not limited to, economic isolation and civil rights abuses perpetrated by many of our so-called neighbors. We are here to empower our people and provide talent, time, and treasure to the restoration of our beloved and historic neighborhood. Our mission is to always lead with love, always keep our hearts and minds open to hear the needs of the people, and to consult our elders who are earnest in their commitment to the systemic change in our community that is long overdue.

- THE HEIGHTS MOVEMENT