Affiliate Funds
LGBTQ+ Fund
Committed to improving and promoting advocacy, inclusion, and education opportunities for the LGBTQ+ Community throughout Lorain County.
The Community Foundation of Lorain County is proud to announce its newest affiliate fund — the LGBTQ+ Fund! Learn more about the fund below and fill out the interest form to be reached out with more details to join.
Interested in joining the LGBTQ+ affiliate fund? Fill out the form at the button above (electronically or on paper) and email your application to communications@peoplewhocare.org, drop off at our office, or mail to 9080 Leavitt Road in Elyria! We look forward to building this affiliate fund together!
Our Mission and Purpose
Established in 2026, The LGBTQ+ Fund is committed to improving and promoting advocacy, inclusion, and educational opportunities for the LGBTQ+ community throughout Lorain County.
Our purpose:
- Support financially the activities of non-profit organizations that benefit the quality of life and progression of equity for the LGBTQ+ community in Lorain County.
- Exercise and promote LGBTQ+ leadership in meeting the changing needs and opportunities in the community.
- Improve the physical, economic, and educational conditions that affect the quality of life for LGBTQ+ individuals and families in Lorain County.
- Promote a better understanding of the LGBTQ+ community through education and training opportunities.
- Encourage organizations that benefit LGBTQ+ individuals and families in Lorain County to work cooperatively to achieve these goals.
