Lazy Bear Fund Grants

Lazy Bear Fund Grants

Funder: Lazy Bear Fund Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Mission: The Lazy Bear Fund awards grants to nonprofits and community organizations making a difference in the lives of LGBTQIA+ people, with a focus on health, wellness, and social support.

Focus Areas

• Primary Focus: LGBTQIA+ communities, health, and wellness
• Service Types: Direct service organizations building equity and care
• Issue Areas: Health initiatives, social support, community wellness

Geographic Scope

• Local, regional, national, and international organizations eligible
• Based in San Francisco, CA
• Notable local focus on Russian River area and Sonoma County

Recent Grant Activity

• Since August 4, 2025: Distributed $119,500 to grant applicants
• Since founding in 2017: Donated over $2 million to causes

Sample Recipients

• West County Health Centers
• The Positive Resource Center
• Spill the Tea Café
• Food for Thought Food Bank
• Russian River Alliance
• MPact Global Action
• TurnOut
• West County Community Services
• LGBTQ Recreational Sports Leagues

Emergency Response

In times of emergency (wildfires, floods, pandemic-related hardship), the Fund mobilizes to deliver meals, shelter, and support. Example: Provided more than 2,000 meals during local crisis.

Organization Details

• Type: Volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit
• Founded: 2017 (event originated in 1995)
• Leadership: Five dedicated directors
• Funding Source: Proceeds from Lazy Bear events, primarily Lazy Bear Week
• Mailing Address: 584 Castro Street, PMB 384, San Francisco, CA 94114-2512
• Contact Email: info@lazybearfund.org

Eligibility

• Nonprofits and community organizations
• Groups sharing the mission of building equity and care through direct service
• Focus on LGBTQIA+ populations and health organizations