Introducing a new way to make change...
PASTA HQ
PASTA HQ is where students turn ideas into real impact. We believe anyone can make a difference — sometimes you just need a chance and a little support. Apply for a grant to run a project you care about. Along the way, you get help, build leadership skills, and choose what’s next. It’s flexible, hands-on, and made to be fun for those who want to do something that matters.
How it Works:
Get Support
Get matched with a trained consultant to plan and grow
Make it Matter
Choose your BAG, run your project, and take the next step
Starting Your Project
You have a few different options for starting a project!
Solo: You have a great idea – apply yourself today! Do it alone or recruit others to help you run the program, but you are the Project Lead.
Friend: Two friends apply together to co-lead. You build a project as a team of 2, divide tasks, and support each other
Mentor: For younger student + a PASTA trained Mentor. A younger or new student is paired with a mentor to do a project together
Big Audacious Goals (BAGS)
Use these to help figure out how you want to make an impact with your project!
Bag #1: Real Life Ready
Every kid deserves to feel ready for real life–even the little things.
Bag #2: Finding Your Spark
Every kid deserves a chance to discover something they love.
Bag #3: Light the Way
Every kid deserves to feel at home–wherever they are.
Already a PASTA Member?
After 12 years of running PASTA chapters, we knew it was time for something new. We understand you want flexibility, creativity, and the chance to lead something real.
That’s why we built PASTA HQ. It’s not a chapter. It’s a home base—a place where you can apply to run your own projects, grow your leadership, and connect with others who care.
Whether you’re planning your next project, mentoring someone else, or ready to take on big ideas, there’s a place for you here.
