Our Story & Why We Exist
Founded in 2023, Projects 2 Passports emerged from a collective commitment to address cultural awareness and economic disparities affecting young girls from underserved communities. Our organization was born out of a deep passion for nurturing the potential within these girls and offering them the tools they need to explore, learn, and thrive on a global scale.
P2P was created to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity for girls who are often overlooked and underestimated. Our founder, MaCara Santiago, grew up in public housing and foster care, dreaming of a world beyond her zip code, but without access or guidance, those dreams felt out of reach. Years later, she turned that dream into a mission-driven movement. She became a world traveler, nonprofit leader, entrepreneur, and mentor, and made it her mission to ensure that girls from under-resourced communities wouldn’t have to wait until adulthood to see the world, believe in themselves, and build a life they love.
We exist because we believe that where you start should never limit where you can go. Every girl deserves access to global experiences, powerful mentorship, and the chance to see herself as a leader, not someday, but now. Through culturally immersive education, life-changing travel, and a supportive sisterhood, we empower our Global Gems to dream bigger, rise higher, and become changemakers in their communities and beyond.
We believe that every individual deserves the chance to explore, learn, and grow beyond their borders.
Our mission is to empower young girls from under-resourced communities with the opportunity to cultivate and develop as globally conscious leaders through world education, mentorship, and travel experiences.
Projects 2 Passports (P2P) needs people-powered support to bring its mission to life. Here's a breakdown of what P2P needs from individuals and organizations to thrive:
1. Volunteers
*Mentors & Role Models – especially women who travel, lead, and inspire.
*Workshop Facilitators – for cultural education, financial literacy, leadership, mental wellness, etc.
*Administrative Support – help with organizing, outreach, and logistics
*Community Outreach & Engagement – spreading the word and recruiting families
*Event Staff – assisting during expos, fundraisers, mixers, and field trips
2. Donors & Sponsors
*Individual Donations – every dollar helps make global education accessible
*Corporate Sponsorships – support program expenses, travel scholarships, or events
*In-Kind Donations – supplies, travel gear, meals, workshop space, printing, etc.
3. Advocates & Amplifiers
*Spread the Word – share our mission on social media, with schools, churches, and community groups
*Introduce Us to Opportunities – connect us with grant opportunities, potential funders, or school partners
*Be a Champion – speak about P2P in your circles and encourage youth participation
4. Expertise & Strategic Support
*Board Members & Advisors – to help with leadership, planning, and governance
*Consultants – for marketing, tech, DEI, education, or nonprofit development
*Program Partners – like language schools, cultural orgs, or travel programs
At Projects 2 Passports, equity means access, opportunity, and belonging. We’re committed to breaking down barriers and creating global experiences for girls from under-resourced communities, ensuring every girl can see the world and her power within it.
Organization name
Projects 2 Passports
Causes
Women & Girls
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
BIPOC Leadership
Both the Executive Director/CEO and Board Chair
Address
3560 W CAMP WISDOM ROAD SUITE 200