Community Engagement

Commitment to Community & Family Engagement Programs
MHK’s programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of economically disadvantaged families, particularly those living below the poverty line. By providing early childhood education and family support MHK addresses critical gaps in services and education that hinder family stability and success. The organization’s expansion into rural counties demonstrates its commitment to reaching marginalized and underserved populations. Additionally, MHK’s leadership and staff reflect the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the communities they serve, ensuring programs are both inclusive and responsive to local needs.
At Mile High Kids, we understand the profound impact that strong family bonds have on a child’s development. In addition to providing Early Education and After-School programs, MHK supports families by delivering programs in the communities we serve. Our programs are designed to nurture this connection, creating a supportive and engaging environment for both parents and children.
MHK’s family-centered approach enhances community engagement and support with our signature programs like “Muffins with Moms,” “Digging with Dads,” and monthly parent center meetings foster meaningful connections between families and the organization. We offer a variety of events and initiatives that promote family bonding and active involvement in children’s education. provide opportunities for fun, interactive learning experiences that bring families closer. Monthly parent center meetings offer a valuable platform for sharing resources, seeking support, and building a strong community network.
- Comprehensive Support: Mile High Kids goes beyond just education, providing families with comprehensive support to address their unique needs. Food pantries and clothes closets ensure that basic necessities are met, while initiatives like Family STEAM Day and the Fatherhood Initiative promote educational and social growth for all family members.
- Inclusive Services: We believe in creating a truly inclusive environment, prioritizing families facing homelessness, disabilities, or financial hardship. MHK is committed to ensuring that all children, regardless of their circumstances, receive the high-quality care and support they deserve to thrive.
- MHK Farmers Market: Combat food insecurity by distributing fresh produce and essential groceries to underserved families. Through educational materials, we promote healthy eating habits and sustainability practices.
What we Offer
- Comprehensive Support: Mile High Kids goes beyond just education, providing families with comprehensive support to address their unique needs. Food pantries and clothes closets ensure that basic necessities are met, while initiatives like Family STEAM Day and the Fatherhood Initiative promote educational and social growth for all family members.
- Inclusive Services: We believe in creating a truly inclusive environment, prioritizing families facing homelessness, disabilities, or financial hardship. MHK is committed to ensuring that all children, regardless of their circumstances, receive the high-quality care and support they deserve to thrive.
- MHK Farmers Market: Combat food insecurity by distributing fresh produce and essential groceries to underserved families. Through educational materials, we promote healthy eating habits and sustainability practices.
- Mobile Food Pantry and Farmers Market: Mile High Kids combats food insecurity by distributing fresh produce and essential groceries to underserved families. Through educational materials, we promote healthy eating habits and sustainability practices. Our goal is to serve 1,000 families annually while minimizing our environmental footprint by optimizing delivery routes.
- Community Garden: Our community garden provides hands-on learning experiences in sustainable gardening techniques.Participants cultivate their own food, fostering self-sufficiency and environmental stewardship. We aim to educate 200 community members annually on sustainable gardening practices.
- Cleanup & Recycling Projects: Mile High Kids engages families in environmental clean-up activities to enhance community aesthetics and promote eco-awareness. Participants creatively repurpose recycled materials to create STEM and art projects, blending environmental education with artistic expression. We aim to engage 100 families annually and complete 10 environmental projects.
Community Partnerships
Mile High Kids thrives on collaboration, working closely with organizations like the Virginia Beach Health Department, Connecting Communities, CJAB Family Services, and GrowSmart Affiliates to enhance service delivery and provide coordination of services with other community providers which allows for community engagement and accessibility of services that would be informative and beneficial to low-income families. Our partnerships extend to local businesses and schools, amplifying our community impact.
With a unique shared mission these partnerships are invaluable, providing essential donations, resources, volunteers, and cross-promotion opportunities. Through these collaborative efforts, we broaden our reach, maximizing the positive impact we can make on the lives of children and families
Community Partners
- Bank-On
- CJAB Family Services
- City of Virginia Beach
- Connecting Communities
- Dollar Bank
- Fairstead Atlantis Apartments
- GrowSmart Affiliates
- Infinity Counseling Group
- The Department of Social Services
- The Haven Shelter & Services, Inc.
- Title I schools
- Twin Canal Apartments
- United Way of South Hampton Roads
- Virginia Beach Department of Health
- Virginia Beach Libraries
- Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation
- WIC
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