The absence of political organizations by and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer youth of color equals the absence of new leaders and voices that are critical to the regeneration of the LGBTQ movement.”
We asked foundations to look inward: Does your grantmaking, governing documents, policies, practices, demographics, leadership and strategic communications promote widespread equity?”
Foundation Successes
Horizons Foundation has supported numerous leading LGBTQ organizations across the Bay Area since 1980today it's helping diversify the leadership of LGBTQ organizations. Roger Doughty, Executive Director, and Jewelle Gomez, Director of Grants and Community Initiatives, discuss their foundation's successes.