35ONE Generation: Passion & Purpose
A social change movement powered by young leaders of vision and values. We build a more just, inclusive, and equitable world by developing change makers of compassion, courage, and skill.
Founded in 2011 in partnership with Governor Deval Patrick, Project 351 engages eighth graders representing Massachusetts’ 351 cities and towns in a five-year Leadership Continuum for skill development, civic engagement, career-readiness, and transformative social impact. Since 2011, 5,586 eighth grade Ambassadors have united across all facets of diversity to positively impact more than 1.5 million neighbors. As they serve, Project 351 leaders cultivate the values of kindness, empathy and inclusion; address the causes and consequences of poverty; progress social and racial justice; and strengthen a statewide ethic of youth service and advocacy.
Project 351 is a nonprofit organization motivated by Dr. King's vision of the Beloved Community and a fierce belief in the unlimited potential of young people.
The Ambassador Journey
United for a year of leadership and service, Ambassadors transform communities, elevate kindness, advance social justice, and gain the courage, compassion, and capabilities to lead change. These words by 19th-century orator Robert Ingersoll motivate Project 351's belief in the power of youth service to uplift and unite communities.
Alumni Leadership Continuum
At the close of each program year, Ambassadors are invited to join the Alumni community, which supports and encourages their leadership development in high school and beyond. High school Alumni serve as mentors, team leaders, regional coaches, and role models for Ambassadors. College Alumni strengthen our mission as interns, project managers, and members of the Leadership Team and Advisory Board.
Invest in Young People
Join our community of empowering young leaders to meet critical needs in their communities.
At our core
Leading with Values.
Kindness, compassion, humility, and gratitude. Every day and in all ways, Ambassadors reflect the core values of Project 351 as they serve and lead in their communities.
To learn about our Ambassadors’ most recent service leadership, please visit our media page.
