LGBT Giving Network The LGBT Giving Network was formed in 2007 to address the need for improved engagement between non-profit charities, donors and business interested in the LGBT communities and issues. The Lesbian & Gay Community Appeal Foundation is a founding member.

Network Partners Asian Community AIDS Services Buddies in Bad Times Theatre Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention Canadian Lesbian and Gay Archives CTYS - Central Toronto Youth Services Egale Canada The 519 Church Street Community Centre Inside Out Gay and Lesbian Film and Video Festival The Lambda Foundation Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line Lesbian and Gay Community Appeal Foundation Mark S. Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies at the University of Toronto Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto Pride Toronto XTRA! Magazine / Pink Triangle Press

LGBT Non-Profit Community Challenges Perception of community need Ability to attract and maintain leadership Small development departments – if any Lack of cohesive LGBT community strategy for philanthropy Time and human resources Poor understanding of LGBT philanthropy Unproven collaborative approach Opportunities “Grey Pride” baby-boomers Corporate opportunities Making the case for LGBT non- profits as the natural evolution of advocacy Sharing resources and best practices Networking Mentoring Connecting to community history

Original Areas of Focus EDUCATION RESEARCH INFORMATION RESOURCES CAPACITY BUILDING DONOR RECOGNITION FUNDRAISING and ENDOWMENTS

LGBT Philanthropy in Canada Conference

Potential Projects Online resource development Mentorship program Community forums Professional development Conference Research on LGBT non-profit economy Public education campaign

Next Steps Define membership Membership recruitment Source funding for a Network coordinator Define network structure Define upcoming projects

Contact Information LGBT Giving Network LGCA Foundation