Higher Heights for America

Join Aprill O. Turner, APR, our EVP of Communications & External Affairs, at #NABJPRInstitute25 for a one-day training event in Atlanta this Saturday, March 1! She’ll be a panelist in the Ethics Session: From Misinformation to Empowerment: Crafting the Future of PR. This thought-provoking discussion will explore the ethical responsibilities of media professionals in today’s information-rich landscape. Don’t miss out—register now! bit.ly/NABJPRInstitute25 #BlackWomenLead

I am honored and humbled to be among the accomplished and committed honorees being recognized by Office of the Manhattan Borough President, Mark Levine for the very special Black History Month event "Black Gives Back." This celebration of Manhattan-based Black philanthropy from self-funded organizations to national movements will take place on February 18th beginning at 5:30pm at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria Theater. I'm excited to share more about my work DoSomething.org, Higher Heights for America and other causes I care passionately about to advance progress and opportunity for my community. I hope that you will come for the conversation and stay after the program to network and discuss how we can partner. Thank you Manhattan Borough President Levine, Deputy Borough President Keisha Sutton-James, New York Urban League and other sponsors for making this important dialogue possible. Please register today to join us: https://lnkd.in/eRqG25bG #BlackPhilanthropy #BlackGivesBack #Community #Impact

We’re excited to announce that we have been named Finalists for THREE Campaigns & Elections Reed Awards! ?? Last year, we amplified Black women’s political power through our #BlackWomenLead GOTV Bus Tours, postcard events, and more. These efforts drove our mission to expand representation, increase voter participation, and advance Black women's leadership. Thank you to everyone who made this possible! #ReedAwards #BlackWomenLead

Black history is American history. It is built on Black leaders' vision, resilience, and contributions in the past and present. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate those who paved the way, the changemakers shaping our future, and the Black women who have always been at the forefront of history. #BlackWomenLead

?? We're hiring! Higher Heights is seeking a Director of Digital Engagement to craft and execute bold digital strategies that drive engagement and grow our community. If you're a digital expert passionate about innovation and storytelling, apply today!?https://lnkd.in/edM9YrgC

?? This #GivingTuesday, Let’s Reach Higher Together! ?? Higher Heights Leadership Fund, our sister organization, works tirelessly to elevate Black women’s voices, advance progressive policies, and empower leaders through training, civic engagement, and networking. It has never been more important to grow our pipeline of leadership or close the funding gaps that Black women often face.?Your support fuels this critical work?to amplify our impact and expand opportunities for the leaders of tomorrow. As we continue to break barriers and expand Black women’s power, we know we couldn’t do it without you. This #GivingTuesday, stand with us to continue this vital work. ?? Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gKdeaTbi Thank you for believing in the power of Black women to lead and create change! #GivingTuesday #InvestinBlackWomen

That's OUR VP of Institutional Development, Shannon Arthur! #BlackWomenLead

Happy to have an excerpt from my interview with?Kimberly Peeler-Allen?featured at?Ms. Magazine! Peeler-Allen is co-founder of?Higher Heights for America?and board chair of?the ERA Coalition, among so many other affiliations. We talked about what it would mean to elect our first woman president who is multiracial, which issues are mobilizing Black women in this election, the biases and barriers women candidates face, why it is important to elevate Black women’s leadership, the significance of the ERA on the ballot in New York, and more.

Last weekend, Higher Heights launched our?#BlackWomenLead?Get Out The Vote Bus Tour, energizing communities with powerful stops in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. Together, our?#BlackWomenLead?Volunteers: ?? Wrote over 500 postcards ?? Made over 10,000 calls ?? Knocked 450+ doors knocked With just three weeks until Election Day, this final push is crucial in driving voter turnout and making history. Our tour was more than mobilizing voters — it was about empowering Black women to lead in shaping the future of our nation.

This election season is historic, and Black women are ready to lead! ??? On October 12 & 13, Higher Heights hits the road with our #BlackWomenLead Get Out the Vote Bus Tour, starting in NYC and ending in Maryland, with key stops in NJ, PA, & DE. Not joining the full tour? No problem! Meet us at any stop along the way and get involved. Whether you’re texting voters, canvassing, or writing postcards, every action counts! ?? Sign Up: https://lnkd.in/epy4XEh4 #BlackWomenLead #GOTV #GetOutTheVote #BlackWomenVote