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It Gets Better: Changemakers
Empowering the Next Generation of LGBTQ+ Youth Changemakers. If you can dream it, we want to fund it
It Gets Better: Changemakers about the campaignchangemakers in actionkeys to a great projectfaqSUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION »DONATE about the campaignchangemakers in actionkeys to a great projectfaqSUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION »Empowering the Next Generation of LGBTQ+ Youth Changemakers. If you can dream it, we want to fund it!APPLICATIONS CLOSE MAY 5, 2025APPLY NOWWe know you have a big idea to change the world. It Gets Better is looking the next generation of CHANGEMAKERS. Are you an LGBTQ+ young person with a dream to make your community or school a safer, bolder, prouder place? Then, you’ve come to the right place.With grants available in increments from $500 to $10,000, no amount is too small to accomplish huge changes in your community. Do you want to expand your school or public library’s available books from LGBTQ+ authors? What about creating a local support group for trans and nonbinary kids? Maybe there’s even a queer prom or celebration in your future?We know you have the ideas – and we have the grants available to achieve them.Submit your application today!changemakers in actionkeys to a great projectActivates both youth and partner organizationsWe want to see a strong LGBTQ+ youth leader coming to their school or partner organizations with their big idea – and their partners working with them to achieve their goals to create a more uplifting and empowering space for LGBTQ+ youth.Unique to your communityEvery community faces different challenges, so make your project unique to your needs. What do you want to see changed? What projects can make your community more inclusive and empowered?Creates measurable impactWhatever your project, make sure there are ways to measure impact. Can you survey your community to get before and after metrics? Can you count how many people engage with your project over the course of the year?Priority communitiesWe are particularly interested in funding projects that support the following communities:LGBTQ+ youth of colorTrans and nonbinary youthLGBTQ+ youth with disabilitiesSome helpful resources to get you started...Here are some downloads packed with resources, answers, and examples to make your application process as smooth as possible!2025 OVERVIEW, GUIDELINES AND TIMELINE »2025 Eligibility, Application Questions & Example Budget » frequently asked questionsWhat is the application process timeline?Here is our current application timeline:March 3, 2025: Application Portal OpensMay 5, 2025: Application Portal ClosesSummer 2025: Application ReviewFall 2025: Notify Grantees of Final Decisions and Paperwork + Distribution of FundsHow can the grant funds be spent?We are funding projects presented by LGBTQ+ youth and partner organizations like you who are interested and determined to make a positive impact on your community. You can see some great examples of how your funds can be spent in the section above.Grants do NOT fund research, political activities, scholarships, or individual needs. Grants can NOT benefit only one student.I’m having technical difficulties with the application process. How do I get help?We are so sorry you are having difficulty with the application process. Check out the Submitter Resource Center or contact Submittable Customer Support.Who can submit an application?All applications require collaboration between an LGBTQ+ youth leader and an adult from a partner organization to complete their answers. Additional individuals can be invited to work on the application as a collaborator. If you have any technical questions, please contact Submittable Customer Support.Will there be an opportunity for us to connect with someone to show us how to go through the grant application process and answer any questions in real time?Yes! We will be hosting information sessions about the grant application and any other questions, comments or concerns that may come up for you all throughout the application process. Please sign up for our newsletter to receive notifications.How long will we have to spend our grant funds?All project plans for this grant must be executable within one school year. Per the grant eligibility requirements, any funds given from this grant must be used by the end of the grant cycle. We encourage you to create a project timeline for yourself in order to ensure your project plan is executed by the one year mark.How will I receive the funds?In our experience, receiving funds looks very different from organization to organization, school to school. Please be prepared to share what method works best for your group in your application. Payments are sent via check or ACH transfer. If you believe your school would be unwilling to accept the funds, please consider working with a nonprofit partner for your grant proposal.I just noticed a mistake in my application! Can I fix it?Mistakes happen! Typos, missing files, wrong attachments, we get it. Open-for-editing requests will be available before the submission deadline of May 5. If we notice a mistake with your application during the review process, we reserve the right to only reach out to certain applicants. For more information, visit the Submittable Resource Center.Can I submit an application in Spanish?Yes! Our staff is able to read your application and provide support throughout the grant year in Spanish. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide the application in languages other than English at this time.If your question isn't answered above in the FAQ or in the previous Zoom sessions, you can email changemakers@itgetsbetter.orgjoin our newsletter • stay in touch • get more information • join our newsletter • stay in touch • get more information • join our newsletterJoin the email list to get more information, including application deadlines and information sessions!Full NameEmail AddressThank you for signing up, we'll send you more information shortly.Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.Ready to submit?Apply now!This campaign is brought to you by It Gets Better, supported by Aerie, American Eagle, the MAC VIVA GLAM Fund, Tumblr and Humble Bundle.about the campaignchangemakers in actionkeys to a great projectfaqDonateTerms of Use | Privacy PolicyIt Gets Better is a registered 501(c)3 organization. Copyright Ⓒ 2010 - 2025 It Gets Better.
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