“Without Highfields, I would have never been able to get through the Covid pandemic afloat,” said Tabatha, taking a deep breath. “When my family and I were sick with Covid,…
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You Are Not Alone
“I want to share my story with others, so that when they read it, they realize they are not alone,” said Jocelynn. Every story is an iceberg, and what you…
Overcoming Grief
You helped a family overcome multiple issues to see a brighter future. When 16-year-old Brandon lost one close friend to suicide and two family members to drug overdoses, he…
Aldinger Scholarship Recipients: One Year Later
Last year, 19 individuals received Highfields' Aldinger Scholarships to support their educational goals. Five students share where they are one year later and the impact the scholarship had on their lives.…
You helped Lisa find her voice
For years, Lisa felt guilty correcting her grandkids. Thanks to your support, she is stepping up to be the parent they need. Lisa’s* grandchildren, Ricky* and Jaime*, experienced trauma…
Full Circle
Eric found his purpose helping youth feel supported. Eric experienced a lot of turning points in his life. Growing up, he had a rough childhood. His parents were divorced;…
Celebrating Black History Month
Every year, Highfields celebrates Black History Month with inspirational speakers, off campus activities, and a Black History Month dinner. All of the special programs are designed to inspire…
A Collective Voice
New youth council empowers students, like Xandir and Jordan (pictured above) Thanks to the influence of the Building Bridges Initiative, Highfields is enhancing programs and creating new opportunities for…
Journey into Adulthood
Jordan is learning life skills at Highfields to become an independent adult. At 17-years-old, Jordan is one of the oldest students in Highfields residential program. It shows, too. He…
Why You Matter
During counseling with Highfields, despite their hard work, David and Jennifer experienced unemployment and struggled to provide for their family. Here’s why your support matters. One of the biggest…