Build The Future in Citrus County

Peer Leaders in Engineering is a nonprofit that transforms lives through skill building, mentorship, and community led education. Monthly skill classes are taught, and over the summer a life-changing camp experience for high schoolers occurs, offering hands-on training in engineering, employability, and personal growth.

The impact is real. The demand is growing and now we need your help to grow with it. One parent said, “ My son has learned more in two days than he has in years.” A summer camp participant stated “I am grateful for the learning experience you had offered and giving us the freedom towards our learning and being able to experiment with projects. I look forward to doing it again next year.” Another parent shared, “ I was blown away by how much he came home, knowing. He learned culinary skills, how to read a tape measure, and how to change a tire. I’m so thankful he had a chance to be part of this.” Lastly, a student wrote a letter stating, “ thank you for teaching us about tools and how to build things but also teaching us important life lessons, including how to be a better person and a gentleman. I just want you to know that the volunteers taught us so much and kept us wanting to stay later and come back every day .”

There is already a waitlist in place for next years summer camp without the space to currently serve those kids. 

Now is the time that we need help raising $800,000 for a permanent space where youth and community members can come together to teach, learn, and thrive!

Why we need a permanent home:

• More space means working with more students – our current set up limits how many young people we can serve. A permanent building means year round access and expanded summer programs.
• Common Learning Exchange- A hub where local experts teach others from aviation mechanics to machining and everything in between – skills not taught elsewhere.
• Breaking generational barriers – this program equips young people with life skills that help them overcome financial hardship and create their own success. . 

Our Goal: $800,000

– Acquisition of building

– Dedicated learning hub and workshop space

– Aviation, Machining and skill training zones

– Community Use Areas

Rewards For Supporters: 

• $25.00 Personalized thank you from a student
• $100.00 Name listed on social media
• $250.00 Name listed on the donor wall
• $500.00 Invitation to grand opening and donor plaque
• $1000.00 Sponsor A student summer camp and VIP tour
• $ 100,000 Inside Room Designation 

Exclusive Legacy Naming Offer: Build a legacy of learning

Imagine a place where children discover engineering through hands-on camps, adults, learn new trades and skills, and neighbors teach each other what they love – all under one roof. Now imagine that roof bearing your name, forever tied to a legacy of empowerment, education, and community. 

The Opportunity: 

We are offering a once in a generation chance to name our future community learning center through a legacy donation to the 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The permanent structure will be a hub for: 

• Free engineering camps for youth
• Adult education and skill building classes
• Peer to peer teaching and mentorship
• Community connection in collaboration

With a donation of $1 million you or your loved one will be honored with naming rights to the building, (*board approval) which includes prominent signage on the building, recognition on our website, press releases, and a donor wall dedicated to you or your loved one, along with invitations to all events and milestones. 

Join Us: 

This isn’t just a fundraiser, It’s a movement. Help create a space where futures are forged, skills are shared, and lives are transformed. Every dollar brings us closer to opening the doors for hundreds more people to change their lives. 

Donate Today. Share our story.
 Be part of the future.