Welcome

to

Living the Dream University

Office of Advancement & Partnerships

 

We are more than a campus; we are a community of possibility. Our mission is to empower adults with special needs to achieve their fullest potential through education, life skills, and independence. Every class, every program, and every scholarship moves us closer to a world where all individuals can live their dreams with dignity and purpose.

The Office of Advancement & Partnerships serves as the heart of connection between LTDU and our generous supporters, community partners, and friends. We build meaningful relationships that open doors to opportunity through scholarships, campus development, workforce collaborations, and philanthropic initiatives.

When you partner with LTDU, you are investing in more than a student’s education — you are investing in their future, their confidence, and their lifelong ability to contribute to their communities.

Together, we can:

  • Expand access to higher education for adults with special needs.

  • Provide innovative programs that prepare students for independent and fulfilling lives.

  • Foster inclusive partnerships that unite families, donors, and businesses in one shared dream: empowerment through opportunity.

Welcome to Living the Dream University, where every gift, every partnership, and every dream makes a difference.

Sponsor a Scholarship: Invest in Futures

At LTDU, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to pursue their dreams. By sponsoring a scholarship, you directly support students with special needs, helping them gain the skills, confidence, and opportunities to thrive.

Independence Scholarship – $500

What’s included:

  • Supports students developing independent living skills.

  • Assistance with budgeting, transportation, or daily self-care.

  • Recognition at Annual Awards Ceremony.

  • Recognition on the LTDU website.

Family Support Scholarship – $1,000

What’s included:

  • Assists families with transportation costs.

  • Provides access to counseling services.

  • Helps cover respite costs to support student education.

  • Recognition in the family program brochure.

Career Readiness Scholarship – $1,500+

What’s included:

  • Funds vocational training and certifications.

  • Supports internship opportunities for students.

  • Recognition on Career Fair materials.

  • Recognition on the LTDU website.

Why Sponsor a Scholarship?

  • Direct Impact: Your gift directly supports students with special needs.

  • Empowerment: Help students gain skills and confidence for independent lives.

  • Recognition: LTDU highlights scholarship sponsors through events and media.

  • Partnership: Become part of LTDU’s mission to create an inclusive future in higher education.

Scholarships Sponsorship Overview

Each scholarship can be sponsored starting at $500, and donors may select a specific scholarship area or contribute to the general scholarship fund. All sponsorships are tax-deductible and make an immediate impact on student success.

 

The Independence Scholarship

Description: Supports students developing independent living skills such as budgeting, transportation, or daily self-care.

Suggested Sponsorship Levels: $500–$1,000

Recognition: Recognition at Annual Awards Ceremony + LTDU website

 

Family Support Scholarship

Description: Assists families with transportation, counseling, or respite costs to support student education.

Suggested Sponsorship Levels: $500–$1,000

Recognition: Recognition in the family program brochure

 

Career Readiness Scholarship

Description: Helps fund vocational training, certifications, or internship opportunities.

Suggested Sponsorship Levels: $750–$1,500

Recognition: Recognition on Career Fair materials + LTDU website

 

 

Donor Recognition Tiers

Dream Builder

Donation Range: $500–$999

Recognition: Listed on website & annual report

 

Pathway Partner

Donation Range: $1000–$2499

Recognition: Recognition on campus display wall

Visionary Sponsor

Donation Range: $2500–$4999

Recognition: Named scholarship with personalized story

Legacy Donor

Donation Range: $5000+

Recognition: Permanent named fund + invitation to donor events