Maddie's Give OUT Day Fundraiser for GLSEN Phoenix

During Pride Month - June 2020 - demonstrate your solidarity with LGBTQ students and their allies, who need and deserve our support. I am raising money for GLSEN Phoenix, an organization that works to ensure that each student in every K-12 school is valued and treated with respect, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. GLSEN Phoenix's goal is to raise $5,000 to continue their work to end harassment, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQ students in K-12 schools. 

Schools buildings have been closed due to COVID-19, and students are spending much of their time online: for school, for connecting with classmates, and for socializing with friends. As a result, a significant number of LGBTQ students are isolated and vulnerable to violence and harassment at home and online. GLSEN Phoenix continues to provide online programming, resources, and support to LGBTQ students and their teachers – even through the summer.

LGBTQ organizations have been hit hard by the pandemic and need support during this challenging time. It would mean a lot to me if you made a donation, because I care deeply about ensuring that ALL students feel safe and affirmed at school so they can learn and grow into whom they ought to be.

I’m doing this as part of Give OUT Day, the only national day of giving for the LGBTQ community. Give OUT Day is June 30, and donations during all of Pride Month (June 1-30) count toward my goal. GLSEN Phoenix could earn thousands in additional prize money if they get the most donors!

A gift of $25 could really make a difference. Thank you so much!