Funders for LGBTQ Issues

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Working to increase the scale and impact of philanthropic resources to enhance the well-being of LGBTQ communities.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

The time has come. Amidst the current political moment, and the deregulation and rise of misinformation across this platform, we have decided to say our final goodbye to Twitter. We encourage folks to follow us across our other channels, including LinkedIn and Bluesky.

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[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

The time has come. Amidst the current political moment, and the deregulation and rise of misinformation across this platform, we have decided to say our final goodbye to Twitter. We encourage folks to follow us across our other channels, including LinkedIn and Bluesky.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

📣GUTC #fellowship deadline: 1/20 📝

The #GUTC fellowship is for #trans and #gendernonconforming leaders currently employed by a philanthropic organization but newer to the sector and provides ongoing support, peer networking, and leadership development.
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[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Join Funders for LGBTQ Issues, @lgbtmap, and @EqualityFed for an analysis of what lies ahead for LGBTQ+ rights in 2025, featuring perspectives on legislative trends from both federal and state levels.
Register for the webinar on Thursday, January 9, 2025
https://t.co/I24kBqZoUA

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

The following year, the Working Group published the findings and released a report to approximately 5,000 funders and nonprofit organizations. https://t.co/WyI2LOP2zk

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

We’re excited to feature @msfoundation in this month’s Member Spotlight. For over 40 years, Ms. Foundation has provided grants and capacity-building support to the LGBTQ+ community.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

In 1984, Ms. Foundation gave Funders for LGBTQ Issues (then named Working Group on Funding Lesbian and Gay Issues) our first grant ever to research philanthropic support for lesbian issues.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Donating to Funders for LGBTQ Issues supports our research work which identifies trends, gaps, and opportunities to increase strategic grantmaking to advance the liberation of queer communities across the United States. https://t.co/Pgovb7WgGF
#GivingTuesday

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Data and research play a crucial role in driving sector-wide change, especially amid rising global threats to LGBTQ rights.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Your donation this #GivingTuesday is an investment in initiatives like QTPIES, which are vital communities for LGBTQ+ philanthropic professionals with connection, empowerment, and authenticity at their core. https://t.co/Pgovb7WgGF

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

We recently launched Queer & Trans People in Emergent Space (QTPIES), a peer support and network-building space for queer and trans folks working in philanthropy.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

This #GivingTuesday, consider donating to Funders for LGBTQ Issues. Your support goes to our different programs, including Out in the South, which aims to build a more equitable South where LGBTQ people of color are supported, uplifted, and thriving. https://t.co/Pgovb7WgGF

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Justice Ain't Cheap episode 6, hosted by @saidaagostini, is now available! @ZevLowe (Tikkun Olam Foundation), @farrahparkes (@GJPhilly), and Mike White (@rwjf) reflect on their experiences as philanthropic organizers. Listen now: 🎙️https://t.co/w0StDiF7Tp

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

This fellowship is for #trans and #gendernonconforming leaders currently employed by a philanthropic organization but newer to the sector and provides ongoing support, peer networking, and leadership development.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Our Grantmakers United for Trans Communities (GUTC) Leaders Fellowship is officially accepting applications for its next cohort!

Apply today and share with anyone in your network who might benefit from this opportunity!

https://t.co/qsNN48KrMe

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...Work with your lawyers, public policy experts and other advisors to build proactive and creative strategies to ensure resources continue to flow to movements. https://t.co/PU2c7loWZj

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Scared money is weak money - how are you working with living donors, institution leaders and trustees to understand the power they hold in this moment, and the kinds of attacks likely to come? Have honest conversations about your institution’s risk tolerance...

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

On September 19th, we held our fourth Pride in Philanthropy Awards and honored six institutions and individuals who have had a transformative impact on LGBTQ philanthropy. Revisit the 2024 Pride in the Philanthropy Awards by watching the recap video.

#ThrowbackThursday

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#TransgenderDayOfRemembrance is an opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate, uplift, and honor our trans community. We envision a world where all queer, trans, and gender non-conforming people are liberated, loved, valued, respected, and thriving.

[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

To date, 28 funders have pledged $100 million to the campaign. https://t.co/NFJZ2ztpPG

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Last week, Global Philanthropy Project (@GPP_Updates) launched the Fund Our Futures campaign to raise $150 million in new funding for global LGBTI movements amid rising anti-rights backlash and dramatic shifts in the philanthropic and development assistance landscape.

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[Funders for LGBTQ Issues @LGBTfunders]

Funders for LGBTQ Issues is proud to be a Fund Our Futures campaign partner. The campaign calls on all donors to step up and protect hard-won LGBTI funding levels, and commit to increase and improve resources for the years ahead.
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