Our Mission
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Our mission is to remove financial barriers for uninsured or underinsured families, we strive to make oral care accessible to those who need it most, because we believe that healthy smiles are the foundation of strong, confident futures.
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Our Why
Too often, dental care is the first to be cut and the last to be considered. We're here to change that.
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At Project Pearl, we want to relieve the financial burdens that dental care can place on families. We recognize that between doctor’s appointments, school, and dental visits, the costs can quickly add up. Dental care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. Untreated dental problems can lead to pain, infections, and missed school days, affecting a child’s learning, confidence, and overall well-being.
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We believe every child deserves access to preventive care and the knowledge to understand the importance of oral hygiene. By providing care, education, and resources, we aim to make a meaningful impact in the community. Our goal is to help children grow into strong, confident, and healthy individuals, setting the foundation for a lifetime of bright smiles and well-being.
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By combining care, knowledge, and resources, we help build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Meet the Team!
Co-Founder and President
Sadie Paterson
Sadie is a sophomore at Oregon State University majoring in BioHealth Sciences with minors in Chemistry and Business. She aspires to become a pediatric dentist and is passionate about promoting children’s health and well-being. As our president, she leads the team with dedication and vision, guiding programs and initiatives that create a meaningful and lasting impact in the community.
Co-founder and Vice President
Mina Sohn
Mina is a sophomore at Oregon State University, majoring in BioHealth Sciences with a minor in Spanish. She hopes to work in healthcare and bridge the gap in access and equity. As vice president, she plays a key role in advancing our nonprofit’s mission by ensuring initiatives effectively support children and families in the community, as well as helping organize and lead our outreach efforts.
Co-Founder and Secretary
Aimy Tran
Aimy is a sophomore at Oregon State University, majoring in BioHealth Sciences and minoring in Chemistry. As secretary, she helps ensure the organization runs smoothly by managing records, documents, and important data. She also oversees compliance with bylaws and reporting requirements, supporting our team as we work to make a meaningful impact in the community.
Treasurer
Ryley Navarro Cote
Ryley is a sophomore at Oregon State University majoring in Accounting. As Treasurer, she oversees budgeting and financial reporting, ensuring our organization operates with transparency and financial responsibility. She is passionate about helping underprivileged children access dental care and build healthy, confident smiles through meaningful community initiatives.
Director of Community Relations
Anna Nadal
Anna is a sophomore at Oregon State University, majoring in Biology. She discovered her passion for dentistry in her ceramics class, where she realized she could combine hands-on skills with helping others. As Director of Community Relations, she networks with schools, organizations, and volunteers while raising awareness about oral health, supporting children and families in accessing care and knowledge to thrive.
Privacy Policy
At Project Pearl, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our supporters, volunteers, and website visitors. When you visit our website, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name and email address when you sign up for updates, register for events, donate, or contact us. We may also automatically collect limited non-personal information, including browser type and website usage data, to help us improve our online experience and outreach efforts. We use this information to communicate about our mission, share updates, process donations or event registrations, and strengthen our impact within the community. Project Pearl does not sell or trade your personal information. Our website may use cookies and trusted third-party services for analytics or payment processing, which operate under their own privacy policies. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.