Dear Friends, There’s no question that this is an incredibly challenging time – especially for our youth – and many people are experiencing an increase in isolation, fear, and anxiety. If this is you, please know you are not alone! Unsurprisingly, we...
Last year, eighteen-year-old student athlete Adam Hergenreder from Gurnee, Illinois made national news after landing in the hospital with what doctors described as lungs like a “70-year-old’s” from vaping nicotine and THC products for a year and a half. After...
Our Boots and Bowties gala is this weekend! We’re excited to both celebrate LEAD, and to celebrate Peter Bensinger who will receive our inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! If you are attending the event, here are a...
Hi. My name is Ashley Corsten. I graduated from LFHS before earning a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. My professional experience includes scheduling, managing, and servicing of clients and accounts. I joined LEAD in December 2015 as a LEAD Gala Member. My main...
Dear LEAD Community, I am honored and energized to join LEAD as the Chief Advancement Officer. Born and raised in Lake Bluff, my passion for LEAD and its mission to prevent high-risk behavior and provide positive alternatives runs deep. As my husband and I raise our...