Last night, our community came together to stand with Minnesota. Through music and joy, we have already raised over $600,000 for @theadvocatesforhumanrights ! Your amazing generosity will fuel their work fighting for the rights of immigrants and displaced people and will grant needed access to free legal representation for those in detention.
Let’s keep it going! This amount is a testament to the level of impact we can create when we work together to Make Music Mean More! You can still donate to support this campaign as LOF continues to send funds to organizations helping immigrants and activists across the country. Check out the link in our bio to donate and join the movement!
📸 @skylerbarberio
There’s a kind of magic that happens when people come together as chosen family and decide to look out for each other. That’s why we are so proud to partner with @proctergamble to amplify our shared commitment to equality and inclusion for LGBTQ+ people everywhere. 🌈🤝
Together, we’ve been able to provide grants to support LGBTQ+ organizations doing real, life-affirming work to address different needs across the LGBTQ+ community – assisting folks on the ground to make sure LGBTQ+ people are supported and empowered. We’re excited to support these organizations — @lgbtcenterlink , @glaad , @outrightintl , @sageusa and @trevorproject — as they protect lives, care for our elders and youth, and advocate for the safety, visibility and dignity of our community worldwide. With our help, these LGBTQ+ nonprofits can plan, scale and respond to ever-changing needs.
With our sustained support, we can defend the rights and joys of LGBTQ+ people. More change is possible when we work together.
#LGBTQ+ #Equality
Partner of the week! 🏠 @saveinkkc has been providing shelter and hope for individuals in Kansas City for over 40 years!
They have a long history of standing with the Trans and Queer communities of Kansas by offering them access to services and a welcoming place to call home. This support includes offering transitional shelters for young people (ages 18-24) to assist them in finding pathways to stability and independence.
Housing is a human right and all people deserve safety, shelter, and a place to call home. Your generosity and support of @lookingoutfoundation made it possible for us to fund @saveinckc ‘s efforts and we couldn’t be more grateful for all they are doing to face the housing crisis head on. From our home, to yours- thank you!
Two artists. Two foundations. One shared mission.
Together, we’ve raised $350,000 to support HIV care worldwide, keeping clinics open and helping connect people to testing, treatment and prevention.
Grateful for this community. Thank you ❤️
Don’t ever let them steal your joy! 🏳️⚧️ Last month, we celebrated Trans Day of Visibility with our friends @folxhealth and @queermarketer_ who shared with us that the Trans community is so much more than just their struggles or what we see in the headlines. There is also love, joy, and absolute, undeniable fabulousness!
We have some amazing partners joining our Gathering for Change virtual event series this year- stay tuned to learn how to register and join our next conversation!
Applications for the Brandi Carlile Scholarship Fund are due 4/26!
In partnership with @lookingoutfoundation , this fund opens doors for aspiring women, trans, and non-binary songwriters, producers, and engineers, giving them access to the education and resources they need to build a lasting career in music.
soundBoard member @brandicarlile ’s artistry, advocacy, and commitment to uplifting others is a constant source of inspiration to our community, and we are proud to partner with her to support the next generation of music creators.
Our scholarship program supports students pursuing degrees in music production, audio engineering, and related fields, with awards of $5,000 and $10,000. Each scholarship also includes mentorship, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging for women in music.
Apply now with the link in our bio!
Our hearts are with the people of Hawai’i this week as they work to recover from the worst floods to hit the region in over 20 years. Homes have been lost, families displaced, and schools shut down.
Today, we are granting $5,000 to the Lāhui Foundation of O‘ahu’s North Shore to assist in recovery efforts. The @lahuifoundation works to support the safety and wellbeing of Hawai’i’s families while also protecting and preserving the culture and ‘aina (love of the land). They are actively responding to the current crisis by recruiting volunteers for cleanup and connecting affected families with essential resources. We encourage you to follow their updates via their website and social media pages to learn more about the community and how to support their work!
Hawai’i Bramily recently joined Brandi for a concert on Lāna‘i. We believe in the power of music to unite and uplift us and your donations enable us to support communities when they need it most. Mahalo ❤️
Let’s get together to celebrate Trans Joy! Next Tuesday, March 31st, is Trans Day of Visibility. It is a time to uplift the victories and leaders of the Trans community while planning what we need to do next to defend the rights and joys of gender expansive people. To celebrate, we are inviting you all to join us for a virtual conversation with the incredible team of advocates and care providers at Folx Health! Register for this zoom webinar at the link in our bio and learn more about our speakers below…
⭐️ Adrian (He/Him) is transgender activist, advocate, food sovereignty urban farmer, and father of two children living in Texas. Adrian is a co-founder of a trans-led mutual aid group, RGV Trans Closet, that provides free gender affirming clothes, scholarships and mini grants for gender affirming care to trans people in South Texas. Adrian’s Afro- Caribbean identity brings an intersectional focus and racial justice lens in all of his advocacy.
⭐️ Haley (She/They) is the Chief Marketing Officer at FOLX Health. Across 15+ years in healthcare, tech, and media, Haley has built a career at the intersection of brand, growth, and advocacy. Her work has been featured in outlets such as CNN, Teen Vogue, Forbes, and Fast Company. She’s working every day for a world that’s more joyful and free for her trans husband, her three kids, and all of us.
⭐️ Michael (She/Her) is a Texas-based marriage and family therapist who has been in practice since 2009. She has dedicated her career to supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families in navigating the complexity of their lived experiences. At FOLX, Michael provides one-on-one therapy to members across the United States and leads support groups for trans femme+ individuals, as well as events on topics ranging from building resilience in today’s political climate to mindfulness and gaming.
Cutest team ever? We think so.
@lookingoutfoundation has a small but mighty staff that believes in Making Music Mean More! As our impact grows, so does the work. That is why we are so excited to welcome Sami Narayanan to Team LOF as our new Grants & Research Manager!
Sami has been a part of LOF long before now, volunteering her time to help us make sure our grants are impactful and aligned with the values and causes that you all care about most. We are so lucky to have her on board and will keep doing our best to make this community (and our younger selves) proud.
What’s better than a trip to see Brandi Carlile at Gorge Amphitheatre? A trip to the Gorge to see ALL THREE nights of Brandi’s shows and the chance to meet her!
Support the @lookingoutfoundation for the chance to win a trip to meet Brandi and experience all three unforgettable nights of Echoes Through The Canyon at Gorge Amphitheatre. Complete with roundtrip airfare, hotel stay, sound check access & more.
Comment 💙 and we’ll DM you a link to enter or head to the link in bio.
PARTNER OF THE WEEK! 🎻@heartbeatmusicproject is Making Music Mean More for the young people of Navajo Nation!
The Heartbeat Music Project supports Diné K-12 youth through the intergenerational transfer of culture, language, and music. They provide 100% tuition-free music and cultural education, along with instruments, supplies, transportation, and meals at no cost to families. By offering both Diné and Western music education simultaneously, they work to address historical imbalances while providing students with comprehensive musical knowledge that honors their cultural roots. Their students engage in a confidence-building process that strengthens their cultural identity while creating innovative artistic expressions that challenge conventional boundaries. These emerging traditions enrich both local Navajo communities and the broader musical landscape, remaining rooted in and sustained by the greater Navajo community.
We know the future of music is in good hands and are so grateful to our community for your generosity that allows us to support @heartbeatmusicproject and other organizations working to increase access to music education!
PARTNER OF THE WEEK! 🏡 Many of you have been asking us to share more organizations that support our immigrant neighbors. We are excited to introduce you to one of our wonderful grantees, @mainecommunityintegration !
MCI supports young women and their families who are new to Maine and the United States. They offer outdoor programs, like SPROUT, year-round to help New Mainers connect with their environment and community. They do so in partnership with local organizations, schools, and leaders to bridge gaps in mutual understanding and create social and systemic change.
We are so glad to be able to support MCI’s work and your donations make that support possible. Today, and every day, when you donate to LOF, you are supporting organizations across the country that are helping immigrants, refugees, and their families. Check out the link in our bio to learn more!
