40 Years of Leadership. A Future Fueled by You.
As we begin celebrating Leadership Springfield’s 40th anniversary, we’re not just honoring our legacy—we’re building what comes next.
Over the past four decades, more than 3,600 alumni have helped inspire, develop, and connect leaders across our region. Because of you, our impact is felt in every corner of the Springfield community. Thank you.
Now, we’re entering a new era of alumni engagement—and we invite you to join us.
What’s Changing?
We are officially sunsetting our $100 alumni membership dues model and introducing a new, more inclusive, and engagement-focused culture of giving. This change reflects who we are: a mission-driven organization that values connection over transactions.
This year, we invite you to give to Leadership Springfield in ways that matter to you—your time, your talent, and your treasure.
- No more pay-to-belong structure
- All alumni are part of the LeadSGF community – no dues required
- More accessible and sustainable ways to give
What’s In It For You?
As we say goodbye to alumni membership, you’ll have the same access to our organization, perks of alumni status, and opportunities for professional development and connection:
- Invitations to ongoing learning through professional development events
- Direct connection with fellow alumni on the Alumni Bulletin Board Facebook Group
- Full access to the Alumni Directory (email us with any questions about logging in!)
- Chances to serve on committees or volunteer at events
- Regular news, resources, and ways to stay connected hitting your inbox bimonthly
- A lasting place in a community that believes in your leadership.
This transition affirms what’s always been true: your contributions have never been about dues—they’ve been about collective impact in Springfield and beyond. Now, we have a giving model that reflects that.
Fuel the Future of Community Leadership
To kick off our 40th anniversary year, we’re launching the Fuel the Future Alumni Giving Campaign – an opportunity for alumni to give in ways that reflect your values and invest in the next 40 years of community leadership.
- Give anytime, any amount – it all fuels the mission
- Every gift counts toward Legacy Leaders League recognition
- Support the next generation of leaders
We invite you to be among the first to Fuel the Future. Click here to make your alumni gift. Together, we can continue to shape leaders and strengthen our community.
