BLATINA CAREER EXPOSURE CAMPS
The BlaTina Career Exposure camps provide Black and Latina girls an exciting glimpse into the realm of opportunities that await them. In the past, Aspire House and Global Prep Academy worked together to put on the BlaTina Brainstorm and Girls Run the Game programs.
chess in the park
Chess in the Park is held at Frank Young Park across the street from Aspire House. Indy’s Inner-City Chess Club provides chess masters to teach all ages. Chess is linked to improving children’s concentration, problem-solving, critical and creative thinking, and mathematical abilities. It is also said to help with memory storage and how our brains manage information. Playing the game of chess helps a person to develop strategies to use in life.
health, wellness, and sport
Great communities and strong neighborhoods are healthy communities. The Aspire Higher Foundation is committed to offering instruction on good nutrition, exercise, and mind-body maintenance.
sunday supper
Sunday Suppers are a time to gather as a community and share a healthy meal. During the summer, these monthly gatherings fuel us with laughter and smiles and we catch up with friends.
aspire higher incorporated
Aspire Higher Incorporated is a progressive team of innovators working in the community redevelopment and expansion space. We are joined to restore property throughout the Near Northwest neighborhood.
urban bloom
This program provides an avenue for economic development and a community-rebuilding program for teens and young adults.
urban nights
Creative placemaking offers classes for all, where community members, artists, arts and culture organizations, community developers, and other stakeholders use arts and cultural strategies to implement community-led change.
harmony bloom
Harmony Bloom is a walking and gardening club program dedicated to the residents (50+) of the Near Northwest Landing Neighborhood. It offers a range of physical, social, and emotional benefits that contribute to their overall well-being and quality of life.
Varsity Posse
BlaTina Varsity Posse is a 20-week in-person and virtual educational program for high school girls. It will guide them from high school, through college, and into careers in innovation and technology (IT). Students will make connections with professionals who look like them in the STEM and IT fields.
The Huddle
A team of students who will support and encourage one another. Join in on meaningful conversations about mental well-being and lived experiences.