Discover how one transformative gift is revolutionizing higher education equity! The Leading, Empowering, And Developing (LEADS) model created a safety net for students facing extraordinary challenges through philanthropy.

This dynamic case study reveals the strategic fundraising approach, innovative gift structure, and measurable impact of the LEADS Endowment Fund—a transformative investment supporting foster youth, first-generation students, and those experiencing basic needs and mental health challenges.

Learn actionable strategies for cultivating major gifts around social justice missions, designing endowments for systemic change, and creating replicable models that position your institution as an equity leader. Learn how the donor's visionary approach to holistic wellness is positioning CSULB as a national model for inclusive education, and discover actionable strategies for leveraging major gifts to inspire broader community giving by working strategically with campus partners (e.g., university leadership, program directors, faculty, students).

Key Takeaways: Major gift strategy, equity-focused fundraising, endowment building, and donor stewardship for transformational impact.