Funding Amount

Not specified (historically small, one-time investments)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Global Grants

Overview: It Gets Better Project's program to support LGBTQ+ storytelling projects globally, particularly in regions where resources for LGBTQ+ communities are scarce or competition for limited funds is high.

Background: Launched in 2016. Since inception, 40+ Global Grants and over USD $200,000 have been awarded to organizations across Asia, Europe, and North and South America. Two additional Global Grant projects have been funded in Africa (Kenya and South Africa) but details are not publicized for safety and security reasons.

Geographic Scope: Global - prioritizes Asia, Europe, and North and South America; also Africa

Focus Areas:

  • LGBTQ+ storytelling projects

  • Educational efforts for LGBTQ+ youth

  • Uplifting, empowering, and connecting LGBTQ+ youth through story and educational efforts
  • Eligibility:

  • Affiliates within the It Gets Better Global Affiliate Network

  • Organizations beyond the affiliate network also eligible
  • Award Type: Small, one-time investments

    Contact: global@itgetsbetter.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    To learn more about the Global Grants program or to apply for a storytelling grant on behalf of your organization, email: global@itgetsbetter.org

    No additional application details are provided on the website.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    lgbtqyouth-programseducation

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