The Gamma Mu Foundation is committed to empowering LGBTQ+ communities by supporting organizations and initiatives that create lasting, positive change.
Donor Name: Gamma Mu Foundation
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/31/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
Grants address the unique challenges faced by rural and underserved populations, funding programs that promote health, education, social support, and equality. They proudly support local LGBTQ+ community organizations, empowering them to expand their reach, enhance services, and build stronger, more inclusive environments. By investing in these vital efforts, strive to foster communities where every individual can thrive.
The Foundation’s grants focus on three key program areas:
- Community Support Services: Activities proposed to meet the needs of rural communities and underserved LGBTQ+ populations, such as young people, seniors, and victims of bullying, and promote empowerment and inclusivity
- Public Education and Research: Initiatives designed to increase awareness and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues, foster a more inclusive environment for the community, and establish a foundation for evidence-based advocacy
- HIV and Health Programs: Interventions designed to meet the needs of persons, caregivers, and families impacted by HIV and other health conditions (e.g., aging and mental health), including support and outreach activities.
Goals
- Enhancing Community Impact – back projects that strengthen communities and highlight the Foundation as a committed supporter of LGBTQ+ initiatives
- Building Organizational Capacity – help grantees expand their capacity and resources, ensuring their programs remain viable beyond the duration of the support
- Prioritizing Underserved Communities – prioritize proposals that serve rural and underserved LGBTQ+ populations, addressing gaps in services and fostering inclusivity
- Fostering Leadership – invest in initiatives that cultivate strong leadership within LGBTQ+ organizations and progams, with a focus on applications where LGBTQ+ individuals are leading projects that drive sustainable change and promote equality.
Funding Information
Grants are available for up to $15,000.
Grant Period
Funded projects must take place between October 1 and September 30 of the following year.
Funding Limitations
The Foundation will not award grants to the same organization for more than three (3) consecutive grant cycles. Organizations that receive funding for three consecutive cycles must wait one (1) year before reapplying.
Ineligibility
The Foundation does not accept proposals for the following purposes:
- Capital Campaigns – Large-scale fundraising efforts intended to finance building projects, infrastructure, or major equipment purchases
- Construction or Physical Facilities – Projects involving new construction, renovations, property acquisitions, or significant facility upgrades
- Endowment or General Operating Fund Drives – Contributions to reserve funds or campaigns focused on general operational expenses unrelated to specific projects
- Political or Lobbying Activities – Initiatives aimed at supporting or opposing political candidates or funding partisan initiatives
- Religious Programs or Activities – Faith-based initiatives primarily aimed at promoting religious teachings, worship services, or spiritual outreach
- Payroll and Staffing – Funding for salaries or benefits, except for roles directly linked to the execution and delivery of the funded project
- Non-U.S.-based Organizations – The Gamma Mu Foundation exclusively funds organizations and activities within the United States and does not provide funding for those outside the country.
For more information, visit GMF.
