“I never thought I would feel so comfortable leading huge volunteer groups and educating adults about the environment.”
-Gabby, PLACE Mentor 2019
"What I enjoy about this kind of work is that I know I am helping shape the environment in a positive way [and] teaching others how to improve their surroundings.”
-Khalil, PLACE Participant 2016
“The greatest strength this program has, outside of just making city kids aware of what they can do to help their community, is the leadership skills the students learn and develop over the course of the six week program.”
