One of the key features of the ACE program is the ability of the students to apply their leadership skills while adding significant value to people in the community. ACE students are assigned to teams of peers and are provided a facilitator. Working with other charitable organizations in the community, each team is assigned a project that is intended leverage the skills of the students and the need of the organization. Each team develops their mission, objectives, strategic plan and budget and will work with community leaders to execute their plan. It is expected that each project be measurable and sustainable and will generate a sustainable positive impact to the community.