Giving Challenge 2026

Thank YOU for your impact during the 2026 Giving Challenge! Your generosity and support help fuel our mission and the experiences that make Leadership Florida so special.

We are excited to share the results! Watch our video below from your fans at Leadership Florida to see which Region and Class came out on top.

We are grateful for you.

If you missed it, don't worry - you can still give! While it is too late to be matched, your gift will still help support our mission and ensure future leaders can experience all that Leadership Florida has to offer. 

Click HERE to make your tax-deductible donation today.

2026 Giving Challenge Leaderboard

2025 Results:

• Region Winner: Southwest Region - $9,271
• Cornerstone Class Winner: Cornerstone Class 42 - $3,476
• Connect Class Winner: Connect Class 14 - $2,308
• Education Class Winner: Education Class 8 - $1,534
• Executive Class Winner: Executive Class 6 - $200

The annual Leadership Florida Giving Challenge is happening April 15-16 (Noon - Noon EDT). 

Please help us celebrate 44 years of Leadership Florida by giving at least $44! The Patterson Foundation will strengthen giving during the 2026 Giving Challenge with a 1:1 match on all unique donations between $25 and $100 per unique donor, so every donation helps!

The Giving Challenge is hosted by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, with giving strengthened by The Patterson Foundation.

Thank YOU in advance for your consideration! Your gift will make a difference and help us achieve our goal of growing and supporting leaders throughout Florida (and bragging rights at the Annual Meeting if your Region or Class wins our friendly competition!).