The 50 States, 50 Grants, 5000 Voices grant from the It Gets Better Project aims to fund projects in all 50 states to support LGBTQ+ youth and educators. Schools can apply for for activities that will empower members of the LGBTQ+ community and help foster acceptance.

Applications for up to $10,000 are due by April 1, 2024.

Eligibility

This grant is open to public or charter middle/junior high and high schools in the United States and its territories.

Allowable Activities

Grant funds can be spent on a wide variety of projects supporting LGBTQ+/2SLGBTQ+ students and educators. Examples include

• Forming a Gender & Sexualities Alliance or similar group and providing leadership training for its leaders.
• Purchasing books to create an LGBTQ+/2SLGBTQ+ section in your school library.
• Creating an art installation depicting local LGBTQ+/2SLGBTQ+ history.
• Building a float for your city’s Pride parade.

Funds may not be spent on political activities, research, scholarships, or projects that benefit only one person.

Evaluation Criteria

All applications will be evaluated based on:

• School Environment – 15%
• Project Vision – 50%
• Project Budget – 15%
• Overall Review – 20%

Priority Consideration

Schools will receive priority consideration and an additional 10% added to their evaluation score if they have:

• A diverse student population
• Federally recognized Title I status (i.e. 40% or more of students come from low-income homes)
• Demonstrated support for LGBTQ+ students through policies, curriculum, etc.
• Incorporation of broader community involvement
• A plan that can continue beyond the grant year

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