Funders for LGBTQ Issues has a long history of tracking the scale, scope, and impact of philanthropic support for LGBTQ communities from U.S. Foundations. We are proud to continue this transition with the publication of the 2019-2029 Tracking Report: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Grantmaking by U.S. Foundations (forthcoming June 2022).

This session will offer a first look at findings from the 2019-2020 Tracking Report and an analysis of the current landscape of philanthropic investment for LGBTQ communities. In addition to sharing key report findings, the research team, including staff of Funders for LGBTQ Issues and Strength in Numbers Consulting Group, will describe adaptations to the research process and opportunities for future work. Following the presentation, participants will be invited to be in dialogue with the research team and each other about ongoing efforts to improve data and reporting and share input on how our research program can support our shared advocacy agenda.

Speakers:

• Somjen Frazer (Strength in Numbers Consulting Group)
• Erin Howe (Strength in Numbers Consulting Group)
• Alyssa Lawther (Funders for LGBTQ Issues)
• Andrew Wallace (Funders for LGBTQ Issues)