How it Works

We started this Foundation because we’ve seen firsthand what the right funding can do for an LGBTQ+ organization. It can keep the lights on. It can launch a program that didn’t exist before. It can reach someone who had nowhere else to turn.

If your work supports LGBTQ+ people, we genuinely want to hear from you. Before you apply, take a few minutes to read through our mission and funding priorities so you can frame your proposal around what matters most to us. And if your work isn’t quite the right fit, don’t worry. We’ll point you toward other funders who might be a better match.

When to apply

We open applications twice a year:

• Spring Cycle: May 15 to May 30
• Fall Cycle: September 15 to September 30

After you submit, our review team typically takes four to six weeks to complete an initial review. If approved, funds are disbursed within two to four weeks after that.

Phase 1: Submit your proposal

Start by completing the grant proposal form for the program you’re applying to. Tell us about your organization, the work you’re proposing, how much funding you need, and how it will make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ people. Upload all the supporting documents requested.

One thing that consistently strengthens proposals: a clear, direct connection between the funding you’re asking for and a real, documented need. We’re also drawn to proposals that are specific and finite rather than broad or open-ended.

Phase 2: Review

Our grant review team reads every proposal carefully to see how well it aligns with the Foundation’s mission. If your proposal doesn’t quite fit, we’ll let you know and suggest other places to look, rather than just sending a rejection.

If it moves forward, we’ll reach out to learn more. Our Trustees are genuinely curious about the people and organizations behind each application, and they often ask thoughtful questions or offer suggestions. Think of it less as a vetting process and more as a conversation about how to make the funding work as well as possible.

Phase 3: Decision

Every proposal lands in one of three places:

1. Approved. You’ll get a follow-up with your grant details, next steps, and how disbursement works.
2. Back to you with feedback. We might suggest a few adjustments or ask for additional information before making a final call.
3. Redirected. If the fit isn’t right, we’ll recommend funders whose priorities are closer to your work.

Ready to apply?

Choose the grant program that fits your work