LGBTQ+
Celebrated in June, Pride Month honors the 1969 Stonewall uprising in New York City -- a pivotal moment for the LGBTQ community. More than 50 years later, LGBTQ+ people continue to face discrimination, violence, wage gaps, and barriers to quality healthcare and education. In 2024, there are more than 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills in state houses across the U.S. Despite LGBTQ organizations seeing a recent uptick in philanthropic support, these organizations only received 0.13% of overall charitable giving in 2019. This guide aims to help donors better understand these issues and provides ways to support LGBTQ+ people.
Overview
Trans Rights
In 2024, more than 200 bills have been introduced targeting transgender and non-binary people. These attacks are taking a toll: In 2022, 45% of LGBTQ youth seriously considered attempting suicide, with higher rates from LGBTQ youth of color. Learn how you can support solutions for a more just world.
LGBTQ Youth
In 2022, sixty percent of LGBTQ youth who wanted mental healthcare could not receive it, according to The Trevor project. Learn more about you can help support the wellbeing of LGBTQ youth.
BIPOC Communities
Due to racist systems and discriminatory practices in the U.S., LGBTQ adults who identify as people of color often face dramatic disparities, such as higher rates of unemployment and heightened experiences of discrimination, throughout society. Read on to connect with organizations and donors who are working to advance equity.