Lauren Salzman, Campus Director from the University of Michigan

The Generation Project has inspired me to expand my interest in bettering the K-12 education system and closing the achievement gap. The Generation Project's unique model allows donors to give back in a way that reflects a person's individual interests and, thus, donors connect with the process on a personal level. By creating more transparency, donors can see the difference they are making first-hand. 

As a Campus Director at the University of Michigan, I am excited and humbled by the momentum for education reform on college campuses.  The Generation Project has been reaching out to student organizations on numerous college campuses in order to attract those passionate about education. Our model allows students to come together to design and fund exciting, formative opportunities to benefit students in-need -- and that closely reflect their group's mission on campus. Student groups have shown great willingness to start 2011 off with creative donations to help low-income students in need of better educational resources. It is inspiring to meet so many student groups interested in giving back to their community at such a personal level. By encouraging young adult across college campuses to make a difference in their community, The Generation Project is empowering students to make a real difference in their communities.