100 Fundraising Ideas for LGBTQ+
Supporting the LGBTQ+ community means showing up in all the ways that matter. This guide offers a comprehensive collection of meaningful fundraising ideas organized into eight essential areas:
Youth & Education · Healthcare & Mental Health · Art, Expression & Visibility · Safety, Housing & Essentials · Queer Joy & Celebration · Advocacy, Rights & Justice · Community & Mutual Aid · Global Solidarity & Special Initiatives
🌱 Youth & Education (Ideas 1-15)
1. LGBTQ+ Youth Support - Raise money for organizations that provide housing, mental health services, or safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth.
2. Inclusive Education - Support curriculum efforts, teacher training, and school clubs (like Gender and Sexualities Alliances) that promote LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools.
3. Fund Books, Binders, and Belonging - Raise money to buy inclusive books, educational materials, or gender-affirming gear for your classroom, library, or community.
4. Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students - Help fund tuition, books, or living expenses for queer students facing financial barriers.
5. Sponsor a Young Activist - Raise funds to help a student attend a conference, camp, or leadership program.
6. Build Affirming Welcome Kits - Fundraise to create care kits for trans or queer youth entering foster care or shelters.
7. Support First Pride Experience - Know someone going to their very first Pride? Raise funds to help them feel affirmed, confident, and equipped.
8. Fund a Library's Pride Shelf - Raise money to donate LGBTQ+ books to a school or public library.
9. Train the Trainer - Raise funds to send a teacher or leader to an LGBTQ+ inclusion training.
10. Support GSA Activities - Fund snacks, supplies, or activities for Gay-Straight Alliance clubs.
11. College Prep for LGBTQ+ Students - Help with application fees, test prep, or college visit costs for queer students.
12. Youth Summer Camp Fund - Support affirming summer camp experiences for LGBTQ+ youth.
13. Anti-Bullying Program Support - Fund programs that address LGBTQ+ bullying in schools.
14. Mentorship Program Launch - Create or support mentorship programs connecting LGBTQ+ youth with positive role models.
15. Youth Leadership Development - Fund leadership training specifically for LGBTQ+ young people.
🩺 Healthcare & Mental Health (Ideas 16-30)
16. LGBTQ+ Mental Health & Wellness - Raise money to expand access to affirming therapy, gender-affirming care, or suicide prevention services.
17. Healing & Mental Health Fund - Sometimes what someone needs most is space to heal. Fundraise for therapy costs, rest days, or wellness resources.
18. Help Cover Hormone Therapy - Fund HRT prescriptions, labs, and travel to clinics for someone transitioning.
19. Fund Nature or Retreat Access - Raise money for a queer person to access outdoor healing, retreats, or nature-based therapy.
20. Pet Support for LGBTQ+ Folks - Raise funds for vet bills or supplies for queer folks with emotional support animals.
21. Addiction Recovery Support - Fund recovery programs or sober living spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals.
22. Support Medical Transition Costs - Help with gender-affirming surgeries, consultations, or travel to specialists.
23. Crisis Intervention Fund - Create emergency funds for LGBTQ+ folks in mental health crisis.
24. Telehealth Access - Fund technology or subscriptions for remote therapy and medical care.
25. Preventive Care Initiative - Support routine healthcare for uninsured LGBTQ+ community members.
26. Support Group Facilitation - Fund training for peer support group leaders in LGBTQ+ communities.
27. Medical Equipment Fund - Provide medical supplies for gender-affirming care or disability support.
28. Mental Health First Aid Training - Fund community members to become certified in LGBTQ+ mental health first aid.
29. Therapy Dog Program - Support therapy animals visiting LGBTQ+ centers or support groups.
30. Wellness Workshop Series - Fund holistic wellness programs for LGBTQ+ community members.
🎭 Art, Expression & Visibility (Ideas 31-45)
31. Fund Queer Art Supplies - Support an LGBTQ+ artist with funds for paints, clay, digital tools, or materials.
32. Document Queer Joy - Are you a storyteller, artist, or photographer? Use your fundraiser to support a creative project that captures LGBTQ+ beauty and resilience.
33. Queer Zine or Magazine Fund - Fund the printing or digital launch of a community-created LGBTQ+ zine or magazine.
34. Fund a Queer Podcast or Voice - Help someone launch a podcast, YouTube series, or blog amplifying LGBTQ+ voices.
35. Start a Visibility Project - Use funds to create posters, murals, yard signs, or wearable visibility campaigns.
36. Fund Queer Joy Photoshoots - Pay a queer photographer or stylist to give LGBTQ+ folks photos where they feel seen.
37. Drag is Not a Crime - Fundraise for a local drag performer, or to support an organization fighting drag bans.
38. Support LGBTQ+ Musicians - Fund recording time, equipment, or venue costs for queer musicians.
39. Community Theater Support - Fund LGBTQ+ theater productions or performance spaces.
40. Art Therapy Programs - Support creative therapy programs specifically for LGBTQ+ individuals.
41. Pride Mural Project - Fund community murals celebrating LGBTQ+ pride and history.
42. Fashion Show for a Cause - Support LGBTQ+ fashion designers or drag artists with runway events.
43. Documentary Film Fund - Support LGBTQ+ filmmakers creating important documentaries.
44. Community Arts Center - Fund supplies, space, or programming for LGBTQ+ arts centers.
45. Digital Art Platform - Support online galleries or platforms showcasing LGBTQ+ artists.
🏠 Safety, Housing & Essentials (Ideas 46-60)
46. Move to a Safer Space - Help someone in the LGBTQ+ community move out of a hostile or unsafe environment.
47. Safe Sleep Initiative - Raise funds to give sleeping bags, air mattresses, or temporary housing to queer folks in crisis.
48. Safe Transportation Fund - Provide Uber gift cards or transportation support for LGBTQ+ folks who face unsafe transit options.
49. Emergency Housing Fund - Create rapid response funds for LGBTQ+ individuals facing housing emergencies.
50. Utility Bill Assistance - Help LGBTQ+ community members keep their lights on and heat running.
51. Food Security Program - Fund grocery gift cards or food pantry supplies for LGBTQ+ families.
52. Hygiene Kit Distribution - Create personal care packages for unhoused LGBTQ+ individuals.
53. Furniture Fund - Help furnish apartments for LGBTQ+ folks transitioning out of shelters.
54. Security Deposit Assistance - Fund first month's rent and deposits for LGBTQ+ individuals securing housing.
55. Transitional Housing Support - Fund extended-stay housing for LGBTQ+ youth aging out of foster care.
56. Domestic Violence Support - Fund emergency housing for LGBTQ+ individuals fleeing domestic violence.
57. Winter Warmth Campaign - Provide coats, blankets, and winter supplies to LGBTQ+ individuals in need.
58. Technology Access Fund - Provide phones, internet, or computers for LGBTQ+ job seekers.
59. Legal Name Change Support - Help with court fees and paperwork for legal name changes.
60. Immigration Support - Fund legal assistance for LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers.
💖 Queer Joy & Celebration (Ideas 61-75)
61. Transition Celebration - If you or someone you love is going through a gender transition, use the fundraiser to celebrate the journey.
62. Fund a Queer Wedding - Raise money for a same-sex or queer couple celebrating their love.
63. Celebrate a Coming Out Anniversary - Make it joyful and public! Commemorate your coming-out date with a fundraiser.
64. Pride Party Celebration - Host a Pride celebration—backyard gathering, park potluck, or dance party—that makes space for everyone to feel seen and celebrated.
65. Microgrants for Queer Joy - Create your own "micro-fund" to give out small cash gifts for things that bring joy.
66. Fund Gender-Affirming Experiences - Raise funds for moments that spark gender euphoria—haircuts, voice coaching, photoshoots.
67. Queer Haircut Fund - Help a trans, nonbinary, or questioning person get a gender-affirming cut.
68. Closet Liberation Fund - Host a fundraiser to help someone build a wardrobe that affirms their gender identity.
69. Birthday Fundraiser - Turn your birthday into a celebration of LGBTQ+ community support.
70. Date Night Fund - Help LGBTQ+ couples afford special date nights or anniversary celebrations.
71. Karaoke for a Cause - Host a karaoke night fundraiser celebrating LGBTQ+ anthems and community.
72. Game Night Fundraiser - Organize board game or video game nights with fundraising components.
73. Spa Day Fund - Raise money for self-care and pampering for LGBTQ+ community members.
74. Concert or Show Fund - Help LGBTQ+ individuals attend concerts, shows, or cultural events.
75. Hobby Support Fund - Fund supplies or classes for LGBTQ+ individuals exploring new hobbies or interests.
⚖️ Advocacy, Rights & Justice (Ideas 76-85)
76. Legal & Advocacy Support - Fund organizations fighting anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and protecting civil rights.
77. Voter Registration Drive - Fund efforts to register LGBTQ+ voters in your community.
78. Legal Aid Fund - Support legal assistance for LGBTQ+ individuals facing discrimination.
79. Policy Research Support - Fund research into LGBTQ+ policy issues and their impacts.
80. Discrimination Case Support - Help fund legal cases challenging LGBTQ+ discrimination.
81. Equality Legislation Campaign - Support campaigns for pro-LGBTQ+ legislation.
82. Hate Crime Prevention - Fund programs working to prevent and respond to hate crimes.
83. Religious Freedom Protection - Support LGBTQ+ religious freedom and affirming faith communities.
84. Workplace Equality Initiative - Fund programs promoting LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
85. Civil Rights Education - Support programs teaching LGBTQ+ civil rights history and current issues.
🤝 Community & Mutual Aid (Ideas 86-95)
86. Chosen Family Support - Use your fundraiser to support a member of your chosen family facing financial hardship.
87. Mutual Aid for LGBTQ+ Needs - Set up a micro-mutual aid fundraiser for essentials like groceries, rent support, or healthcare.
88. Digital Connection Fund - Support queer people who need phones, Wi-Fi, or tech to stay connected with community.
89. Queer Dinner Table Project - Fundraise to host inclusive dinners—especially for people estranged from family.
90. Create a Community Fund - Use proceeds to start a long-term giving fund for LGBTQ+ emergencies or opportunities.
91. Celebrate a Chosen Family Reunion - Reunite with chosen family or long-distance queer friends.
92. Community Garden Project - Start or support community gardens in LGBTQ+ neighborhoods.
93. Skill-Sharing Workshops - Fund workshops where community members teach each other valuable skills.
94. Community Bulletin Board - Create physical or digital spaces for LGBTQ+ community connection and resource sharing.
95. Neighborhood Safety Program - Fund community-led safety initiatives in LGBTQ+ neighborhoods.
🌍 Global Solidarity & Special Initiatives (Ideas 96-100)
96. Global LGBTQ+ Solidarity - Support LGBTQ+ folks in countries where being out is unsafe or illegal.
97. Pride Month Match Campaign - Pledge to personally match donations up to a certain amount during Pride.
98. International Pride Festival Support - Fund Pride events in countries where LGBTQ+ organizing faces challenges.
99. Refugee Resettlement Support - Help LGBTQ+ refugees resettle in safer countries.
100. Future Generations Fund - Create an endowment supporting LGBTQ+ causes for years to come.
🎯 How to Use This Guide
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Browse by Category: Find causes that align with your passion and community needs
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Mix and Match: Combine ideas or create hybrid fundraisers
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Make It Personal: Add your own story, connection, or local twist
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Start Small: Even $50-100 fundraisers can make meaningful impact
Share Widely: Use these ideas to inspire others to start their own fundraisers
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