Our Mission

HIGHTS’ mission is to transform youth in Western North Carolina by inspiring trust in their own abilities, connection to a caring community, and hope for a better future.

HIGHTS serves vulnerable youth and families in Western North Carolina. We use experiential activities, community service projects, job training, and goal-driven exercises to help youth develop life skills and instill feelings of community belonging and purpose. Since 2008 HIGHTS has sponsored educational opportunities, recreational activities, job skills training, and community service projects for community partners, such as public schools, mental health agencies, church youth groups, and many other organizations.

We value a youth-first and servant leadership approach in our organization. HIGHTS is a collaborative organization that values community support and partnerships which provide wrap-around services to our participants. HIGHTS understands building relationships first and meeting youth where they are in their journey makes the difference.