THE PROJECT
OVER 20,000
HAVE BEEN
POSITIVELY IMPACTED
BY THE VOICE PROJECT
THE PROJECT
Rhythm Nation Elites Nonviolence Dance Sports Team
Rhythm Nation Elites Nonviolence Dance Sports Team, based in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a competitive youth dance team representing The Healing Hearts Foundation of Berks County Corporation. The team performs at halftime basketball events, dance competitions, community outreach programs, and cultural venues throughout the region.
Rhythm Nation Elites provides professional training through structured classes, practice sessions, workshops, and performance opportunities that promote discipline, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles. Our program supports Healthy Life Initiatives, inspired by former First Lady Michelle Obama’s national movement to combat childhood obesity by encouraging youth to stay active through fitness and creative expression.
Our youth showcase positive talent through cultural hip-hop dance performances that highlight both local and visiting artists throughout the region. The program also celebrates the return of the historic Double Dutch sport as a fun and energetic fitness activity through our community initiative, the Reading Revolution Double Dutch Team.
Our approach to addressing community challenges focuses on rebuilding unity, promoting positive youth engagement, and strengthening connections within our community.
We believe that real social change begins with youth. Providing young people with opportunities to learn conflict resolution, emotional awareness, teamwork, and cultural understanding can create meaningful change for future generations. Using cultural performing arts, music, and fitness makes it easier to engage youth because creativity and movement are universal languages that bring people together.
Rhythm Nation Elites also encourages adolescents and adults to express themselves in healthy ways through music, dance, and physical activity. These programs help participants build confidence, manage emotions, and develop positive social skills.
Through music, dance, and fitness, we strive to promote peace, unity, diversity, and community empowerment while inspiring youth to use their talents as a force for positive change.
THE HARD TRUTH
60%
HAVEN'T REPORTED TO THE POLICE
30%
ARE VICTIMS DOMESTIC ABUSE
7%
DON'T TELL ANYONE ABOUT IT
Healing Hearts Cultural Arts Entertainment Connections is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young adults and strengthening communities through creativity, wellness, and cultural engagement. Our programs combine artistic expression, community connection, and healthy living initiatives to create opportunities for healing, education, and personal growth.
Through our Cultural Arts and Entertainment Connections programs, Healing Hearts provides a platform for artists, youth, and community members to explore creativity through music, visual arts, storytelling, performance, and cultural programming ethics. These initiatives help individuals build confidence, develop skills, and discover new pathways for personal and professional success.
Our Healthy Life Initiatives Wellness Programs support physical, emotional, and mental well-being by offering wellness education, stress management workshops, fitness activities, nutrition awareness, and community support programs. By promoting healthy lifestyles and positive personal development, we aim to empower individuals and families to thrive.
Healing Hearts also focuses on youth development by providing mentorship, leadership opportunities, and creative learning experiences that help young people reach their full potential.
Through community partnerships and outreach programs, we continue to expand access to cultural arts and wellness resources.
Our long-term vision is to develop a vibrant community cultural and wellness center where creativity, healing, and connection come together to inspire stronger, healthier communities.