Donor Impact Report 2024-2025

USD School of Law invites law firms and legal agencies/organizations with at least three USD Law alumni to participate in the LFC. In addition to providing a helpful flow of information, the LFC is a friendly competition that encourages alumni at participating law firms and offices to raise their offices’ profile and reputation, build a stronger alumni network, and create opportunities for alumni to make a collective difference. Donations through the LFC provide the foundation for private support, enabling the law school to continue accelerating its programs, meeting the needs of the legal community, and growing USD Law’s standing in national prominence. This past year, the LFC provided a platform for strong engagement: 46 firms participated in various meaningful ways, seven firms achieved 100% alumni participation through contributions and philanthropic support, and 210 alumni specifically directed their passionate monetary support through the LFC. Participating LFC attorneys collectively contributed $1,518,965, while firms and offices contributed an additional $479,505—bringing total support to $1,998,470. Just imagine all the good things happening on campus and in Warren Hall thanks to the collective efforts of LFC supporters. LFC is a great way to stay connected while working together to activate and inspire law students and enhance innovative law school programs at the same time! LFC is a force multiplier for those who participate. It inspires mutually beneficial engagement for everyone involved including individuals, teams, firms, agencies and

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Law firm Challenge

210 Alumni Raised: $1,998,470

46 Law Firms Participated 7 Firms Achieved 100% Participation

1.Blanchard, Krasner & French* 2.Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP* 3.Dallo Law Group APC 4.Morrison & Foerster LLP 5.RJS Law* 6.Wingert Grebing Brubaker & Walshok LLP 7. Fell Law*

FUNDRAISING IN ACTION

100% Sponsored By: Bartell Hotels Jonathan Asch

Do you ever wonder why some people seem to be connected, up to speed, and in the know? They are the first to be invited to serve on the dean’s advisory boards, to attend special events at USD, and to register for law school lectures or networking luncheons. What’s their secret? Chances are, your friends and fellow alumni are part of a Law Firm Challenge (LFC) team. Their team captain regularly shares exciting news and opportunities to engage with USD School of Law. It seems everything is easier to track when you are part of a good team. Each year,

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