LGBTQ+ Discretionary Fund Grants Program in the US ($10,000)

Deadline: 11-Apr-25

The Greater Lowell Community Foundation has launched the LGBTQ+ Discretionary Fund Grants Program to support nonprofit programs and projects that improve the quality of life for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender & queer (LGBTQ) community in Greater Lowell by providing legal, health, education, advocacy, or another high-demand services/program.

Funding Information

• The LGBTQ Fund Grants, of up to $10,000.

Eligibility Criteria

• The Foundation will consider applications from organizations that:
  • Have 501(c)(3) tax status as a registered nonprofit organization or have an eligible fiscal sponsor, or Congregation, Government, or Education Organizations
  • Are based in and/or serve one or more of the following Greater Lowell cities/towns: Acton, Ashby, Ayer, Bedford, Billerica, Burlington, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Concord, Dracut, Dunstable, Groton, Littleton, Lowell, Pepperell, Shirley, Tewksbury, Townsend, Tyngsborough, Westford and Wilmington
  • Do not limit service based on an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability.

Selection Criteria

• Grant decisions and amounts will be determined based on a variety of factors, including:
  • Organization size – understanding the impact of a grant of this size on your organization
  • Location(s) of impact – demonstrating commitment to Greater Lowell and role in the region’s social services ecosystem, including strong & established local collaborations and partnerships
  • Organization impact and reach – including population served, # of households served, type(s) of programming oPered, etc.
  • Organization’s leadership and financial health

For more information, visit GLCF.