wayOUT

WayOUT is a non-profit organization based in San Francisco, California. The organization is entirely run by volunteers and currently employs between 5 and 9 individuals. WayOUT focuses on supporting LGBTQ+ youth programs across the United States. The organization identifies and funds vital LGBTQ+ youth programs through a rigorous grant selection process. This process involves reviewing hundreds of applications annually, ensuring that the chosen programs effectively serve the needs of LGBTQ+ youth. WayOUT acts as an advocate and ambassador for these organizations, simplifying the philanthropic journey for donors. With four active chapters and a dedicated volunteer network of over 50 members, WayOUT creates fundraising avenues to support the granted programs. They operate on a one-to-one model, connecting local chapters directly with partner organizations. This personalized approach allows them to deeply understand each organization's unique requirements and provide tailored support. The volunteer-led structure enables WayOUT to allocate nearly 100% of donations directly to its grant recipients. To date, WayOUT has successfully raised over $1,000,000 for twenty-two organizations nationwide. Visit their website at wayout.lgbt for more information on their mission and how to get involved.