Our Story
FROM A VISION TO A MOVEMENT.
A journey of people, purpose, and possibility.
Higher Opportunities.
The Evolution of T.A.P.
Built on Purpose. Driven by Impact.
The Altitude Program (T.A.P.) was founded on a simple but powerful belief: that talent exists everywhere, but opportunity does not. What began in 2015 as IndyBuild Corp, doing business as The Altitude Program (T.A.P.), launched a series of immersive media and digital marketing apprenticeship programs for local youth and international students visiting the United States on cultural exchange.
During this period, T.A.P. also commissioned a team of educators and media professionals to develop a proprietary curriculum designed to blend creative training with real-world industry experience. In 2018, The Altitude Program formally incorporated as an Illinois nonprofit organization, and by 2021 achieved its official 501(c)(3) designation.
From 2021 through 2023, T.A.P. began acquiring real estate in Chicago's West Garfield Park as part of its mission to create lasting infrastructure for underserved youth pursuing creative careers. Today, T.A.P. is repurposing 4128 W. Madison Street into its first Content Fulfillment Center (CFC) — a state-of-the-art creative coworking and production hub — and the cornerstone of the upcoming Media On Madison Entertainment District.
Real People. Real Opportunities.
A Brighter Future.
Launched as IndyBuild Corp, doing business as T.A.P., introducing media and digital marketing apprenticeship programs.
Expanded programming for local youth and international students through cultural exchange initiatives.
The Altitude Program officially incorporated as an Illinois nonprofit organization.
Expanded training, mentorship, and hands-on production experiences while developing our proprietary curriculum.
Adapted programs to keep youth engaged and connected through virtual training and creative projects.
Achieved official 501(c)(3) designation, expanding our ability to serve more youth and communities.
Began acquiring real estate in West Garfield Park to create a permanent home for our programs.
Advanced development of the Content Fulfillment Center (CFC) as part of the Media On Madison District.
Bringing the Content Fulfillment Center to life and building the Media On Madison Entertainment District.
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