Hello everyone! My name is Paige Passen. This year, I am on staff in Project Makeover Inc. at the University of Florida.

As a member of Project Makeover, I’m part of a team that transforms local elementary schools to spark wonder, joy, and curiosity in young learners. Each spring, we partner with the Alachua County School Board to completely renovate a school over the course of one weekend. We paint interactive murals, improve landscaping, and provide new educational materials, all to create a dynamic learning environment where students feel inspired to learn and grow.

Since 2008, we’ve transformed 15 schools, making a real impact on the students, teachers, and the community. None of this would be possible without the support of local businesses, family and friends who share our passion for giving back.

Your sponsorship would enable us to continue this legacy of creating empowering spaces for children to thrive. I'm thrilled to be apart of an organization that benefits my future students and the future of education as a whole. This is something that I hold very closely to my heart and with your help, we can ensure that another local school gets the makeover it deserves and that more students feel excited about learning.