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Join us in shaping the future of design.
Whether you are part of the architecture and design community or an avid supporter of fostering the next generation of design professionals like us, we would love for you to learn more about our work and join us.
There are many ways to get involved:
Lead the development of a new DLF program in your region in 2026
Mentor students in the Chicago City Colleges through our partnership with One Million Degrees
Participate in providing professional development skills at one of our on-campus workshops:
Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi (January 2026)
Santa Monica College in Los Angeles, California (April 2026)
Atlanta Area Schools (Fall 2026)
Host students at your firm for an office visit and tour, where students can learn first-hand and see behind-the-scenes to be prepared for professional life
Fund our programs by donating to provide the critical underwriting needed to make our mission a reality
To join us, contact DLF Director Ruth Mauldin at ruthmauldin@designleadershipfoundation.org
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It is thanks to generous donors like you that we can continue offering these opportunities. To learn more about your financial impact, click the link below. If you are ready to make a donation, click the Donate Now button.