Lasater Schirmer Foundation
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    • About
      • Mission & Values
      • Board & Leadership
    • Who We Support
      • Women & Girls
      • LGBTQ+ Communities
      • Environment Conservation
    • Grants
      • Grant Application
      • Grantmaking Approach
      • Eligibility Guidelines
    • Contact Us
  • Home
  • About
    • Mission & Values
    • Board & Leadership
  • Who We Support
    • Women & Girls
    • LGBTQ+ Communities
    • Environment Conservation
  • Grants
    • Grant Application
    • Grantmaking Approach
    • Eligibility Guidelines
  • Contact Us
How We Help

Investing in Safe, Inclusive Spaces for LGBTQ+ Communities

We support organizations working to advance wellbeing, safety, and opportunity for LGBTQ+ individuals. Our funding prioritizes inclusive, affirming programs that strengthen community support systems and address disparities in access, health, and stability. 


What We Fund

We support initiatives that promote:

◦  Promote mental health and emotional well-being
◦  Expand access to education, scholarships, and career pathways
◦  Create or sustain safe, affirming community spaces
◦  Address homelessness, housing instability, or family rejection
◦  Provide crisis intervention and safety services
◦  Invest in leadership development and advocacy
◦  Deliver inclusive, affirming health services
 

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Ideal Grantees

Examples of Impact

Examples of Impact

 Ideal applicants include community-rooted organizations such as:


◦  LGBTQ+ community centers and nonprofits
◦  Mental health clinics and support organizations
◦  Shelters and housing programs
◦  Advocacy groups and campus-based centers
◦  Organizations serving LGBTQ+ youth and adults

Examples of Impact

Examples of Impact

Examples of Impact

Funded projects may include:


◦  Crisis support programs for LGBTQ+ youth
◦  Community centers providing safe gathering spaces
◦  Scholarship or education access initiatives
◦  Mental health services tailored to LGBTQ+ communities

Apply for Funding

Organizations whose work aligns with our LGBTQ+ Communities funding priorities are invited to apply for grant support. Our application process is designed to be clear, respectful of your time, and focused on understanding your impact.

Review Guidelines

Please review our eligibility criteria to ensure alignment with our mission, funding priorities, and grantmaking approach. 

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