Breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty by building up opportunities in neighborhoods so children, families and communities can thrive.97 Blocks. Endless Possibilities. At Harlem Children’s Zone, we’re breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty by creating life-altering opportunities throughout our neighborhood so children, families, and our community can thrive in all areas of life

Core values

- **Breaking the Cycle of Poverty**: HCZ works to end intergenerational poverty through a comprehensive, cradle-to-career approach, which has significant implications for community well-being and economic mobility[1][4][5].
- **Educational Outcomes**: The project has led to over 1,550 HCZ scholars graduating from college since 2011, and over 900 are currently enrolled, demonstrating a positive impact on educational attainment[1].
- **Health and Well-being**: Programs like Healthy Ways (Healthy Harlem) address childhood obesity and promote healthy habits, which is crucial for public health and the well-being of children and families[2].
- **Community Engagement**: HCZ fosters meaningful family and community engagement, which is associated with positive student outcomes, reduced absenteeism, and improved academic performance[1][3][4].
- **Scalability and Replication**: The model has been replicated in over 550 U.S. groups and 200 groups from 70-plus countries, indicating its potential for broader societal impact[1].