The LGBTQ+ youth advocacy nonprofit OUT Maine recently received a $5,000 grant from Point32Health Foundation. The award is one of eight grants totaling $40,000 presented to nonprofit organizations recommended by the company’s Colleague Resource Groups (CRG).
OUT Maine was nominated by the Pride Point CRG, for addressing the social determinants of LGBTQ+ health for people living in rural areas. Each CRG recommended a nonprofit organization aligned with its affinity. The selected organizations address inequities, support veterans and improve access to nutritious food across the region.
“We are honored to receive this grant,” said OUT Maine Executive Director Sue Campbell. “These funds will help us increase awareness of LGBTQ+ health issues and available resources for LGBTQ+ youth in Maine.”
“Our work with colleagues demonstrates our care and commitment to community,” said Caitlin Sullivan, the Point32Health Foundation program officer who leads the collaboration with the CRGs. “Engaging colleagues in this process leverages their deep knowledge of the people we serve and creates opportunities for greater community connection.”
The Pointe32Health Foundation provides community grants across Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Connecticut.
More: outmaine.org
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