The Power of Collaboration

Communities and schools creating solutions together.

Our Why

We believe that advancing equity requires a “collaborative consciousness”.

Our Vision

A Boston where every child has access to high quality education, housing, and health. 

Recent News & Events

Next Gen Explorers Summer Learning Academy with Boston’s Higher Ground

Next Gen Explorers Summer Learning Academy with Boston’s Higher Ground

Sep 21, 20231 min read
Please check out our latest blog post sharing the news of our most recent Next Gen Explorers Summer Learning Academy!
A Single Father of Boston’s Pursuit of Stable Housing

A Single Father of Boston’s Pursuit of Stable Housing

Sep 21, 20231 min read
Join us on an emotional journey of the story of a single father’s pursuit of stable housing in Boston Massachusetts…
Boston’s Higher Ground Awarded Cummings Grant

Boston’s Higher Ground Awarded Cummings Grant

Jul 20, 20231 min read
We encourage you to check out the latest media release from the Cummings Foundation, by clicking on the attached link…

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Our Focus Areas

We focus on challenges identified by community members. We leverage the many resources that exist in our partner schools and our community. We view these focus areas as interconnected –  that’s why our approach is holistic and multi-faceted.

Reflections from Our Community

Why Collaboration Matters

Our community of parents, residents, service providers, funders, universities and government agencies share what sets Higher Ground apart.

Our Impact

65+

Collaborative Partners

Established effective partnerships with more than 65 community providers, hospitals, universities, and government agencies.

75%

Reduced Student homelessness

Housed over 400 students and their families in our partner schools by working with a coalition of providers and government agencies to find systems-level improvements.

$15 M

Invested

Secured over $15 million in investments for Roxbury and surrounding neighborhoods to strengthen the quality of education, health, and housing.