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For six decades, the Leon H. Sullivan Charitable Trust has stood as a beacon of economic justice, self-determination, and civic leadership across Philadelphia. Founded through the vision and leadership of Rev. Dr. Leon H. Sullivan and Zion Baptist Church, the Trust remains unyielding in its commitment to advancing dignity, opportunity, and collective responsibility.

This year marks a historic milestone. We invite you to join us as we celebrate 60 years of community investment, leadership, and lasting impact.

This Gala is about more than a single evening. As our Executive Director, Portia Fullard, shares: "It is about building the future capacity of the Trust to deepen its investment in Philadelphia communities for generations to come."

By joining us, you are directly fueling our strategic momentum to:

Double annual grantmaking to $300K annually over the next 5 years.
Expand vital community programming like Moving Mountains, Pathways to Impact, and the Step Up Scholarship.
Modernize and invest in the Leon H. Sullivan Human Services Center—a true hub for community impact.
Strengthen visibility and strategic partnerships to position the Trust for the next generation of impact.

As Rev. Dr. Leon H. Sullivan beautifully reminded us, "A commitment to excellence is a commitment to humanity." Help us reach our $600K Gala goal and carry this profound legacy forward.

LHSCT 60th Anniversary Gala

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