Welcome to
Living the Dream University
Office of Advancement & Partnerships
We are dedicated to building meaningful partnerships and securing philanthropic support that advance the mission of Living the Dream University and expand educational opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Help Launch Living the Dream University
Your Gift Builds Opportunity, Independence, and Dignity
Living the Dream University (LTDU) is a nonprofit private university being built to serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, individuals who are too often overlooked by traditional higher education systems.
Your donation helps turn this dream into reality.
Why Living the Dream University Matters
Across the country, adults with disabilities face limited access to meaningful post-secondary education, career preparation, and independent living skills. LTDU was created to change that.
We are building a university where students will:
Learn career-focused, life-centered skills
Receive individualized academic and behavioral support
Be taught by highly trained, compassionate faculty and staff
Gain confidence, independence, and purpose
This is more than a University, it’s a pathway to lifelong success.
How Your Donation Helps
Your generosity directly supports the launch of LTDU by funding:
Curriculum development and instructional materials
Training for specialized faculty and staff
Campus and program planning
Accessibility resources and assistive technology
Student support services
Every gift, large or small, moves us closer to opening our doors.
Support the Foundation of LTDU
Support the Foundation of LTDU
Dream Builders help lay the groundwork for Living the Dream University. Gifts in this category support early-stage development, including curriculum design, staff training, accessibility planning, and essential startup resources.
Every Dream Builder plays a vital role in helping LTDU open its doors.
Opportunity Champion
Empower Students to Thrive
Opportunity Champions directly support student-focused initiatives such as academic programming, assistive technology, life-skills education, and individualized support services. These gifts help ensure students receive the tools and encouragement they need to succeed.
Your generosity creates real opportunities and lasting impact.
Legacy Founder
Shape the Future of Inclusive Higher Education
Legacy Founders make transformational gifts that help establish LTDU for long-term success. Support in this category advances major initiatives such as program expansion, faculty excellence, campus development, and sustainability planning.
Legacy Founders help create a university that will serve students for generations.