Our Story

Pages for the Ages (PFTA) brings students and senior citizens together through intergenerational book clubs that foster connection, conversation, and community. Inspired by our mission to create welcoming spaces for dialogue, the idea began as a leadership class project at Rollins College, where a student team proposed using literature to bridge generations.

A small group launched a pilot chapter with the local retirement community, and the response was overwhelmingly positive, with participants reporting deeper connections and mutual learning. Today, co-founders Erin Andress and Stephanie Carmany, from that original class, are developing PFTA into a nonprofit organization, refining a model for meaningful dialogue, collective wisdom, and relationships that make a positive impact in our communities through collaboration and mutual learning.

With plans to expand to new colleges and communities, PFTA aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, envisioning a future where every generation thrives through education, well-being, and compassionate collaboration.

As we continue to grow, our vision remains rooted in the power of shared stories to build stronger, more connected communities across generations.