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🎙️ JOIN THE CONVERSATION! 🎙️ On January 3rd at 4:05 PM CT, Aaron Zimmerman, the Executive Director of PFund Foundation will be live on The Matt McNeil Show on AM 950! 📻 We’ll be discussing the current political climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Minnesota and across the region, shedding light on the challenges we face and the resilience of our community. 🌈💪🏽 Don’t miss this important conversation! Set your reminder and tune in via the link: https://lght.ly/74493g5 #PFundFoundation #LGBTQAdvocacy #MattMcNeilShow #CommunityResilience

🌟 Holiday Office Closure Announcement 🌟 Happy Holidays from all of us at PFund Foundation! ❄️✨ Our office will be closed from December 25 to December 31, 2024, to celebrate the season and spend time with loved ones. We’ll be back and ready to support our communities on January 1, 2025. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a wonderful New Year! 💜 #PFundFoundation #HolidayClosure #HappyHolidays #LGBTQCommunity

🌟 ReVITALization Campaign: Round 2 🌟 PFund Foundation is proud to announce the second round of grants for our ReVITALization campaign, with $50,000 awarded to three incredible organizations this December! These grants ensure vital HIV/AIDS-related medical care, mental health services, case management, and senior programs remain accessible in our communities. 👏 Congratulations to: 💜 Clare Housing ($25,000): Supporting HIV housing advocacy and financial assistance programs for greater Minnesota while bridging vital service gaps. 💜 The Aliveness Project ($15,000): Providing case management, direct client assistance, and operating the State AIDS Hotline to ensure HIV-related care remains accessible. 💜 Family Tree Clinic ($10,000): Expanding MNsure Navigation and developing resources to assist former Rainbow Health clients with insurance and care options. These organizations are stepping up to fill critical gaps left by the closure of Rainbow Health, providing essential services and stability to LGBTQ+ individuals and families. With the generous support of community members and foundations, $160,000 in grants has been distributed so far—and more is on the way. Together, we’re ensuring the well-being of LGBTQ+ communities across Minnesota and beyond. 💡 Donations to the ReVITALization campaign are still welcome! Visit our website to learn how to donate and more about the revitalization campaign: Learn more: 🔗 https://lght.ly/64g4kgc 🔗 Donate here: 🔗 https://lght.ly/k0k86jl 🔗 #PFundFoundation #ReVITALizationCampaign #LGBTQGrants #CommunityCare #HIVAwareness #EquityInAction

🎉 Meet our Equity Fund winners! These trailblazing LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs are transforming their industries and uplifting communities across the region: ☕ Style Pop Cafe in Milwaukee, led by Rosha Brister (she/her), is brewing more than coffee—it’s cultivating community and sparking creativity, with plans to open their first retail space. Through pop-ups and partnerships, Rosha is building a movement around connection, collaboration, and purpose. 💍 The Little Wedding Company, founded by Jamie Grays (she/her) and partner Symone, specializes in all-inclusive micro-weddings, offering representation and love-centered celebrations for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC couples. Jamie and Symone are breaking barriers in the wedding industry, ensuring every love story is authentically represented. 🎶 The Mess Records in North Minneapolis, owned by Caroline Litteken (she/they), is a music incubator supporting artists and community expression, with plans to establish a live music venue and creative hub. The Mess Records is a testament to the power of creative freedom and community growth. 🌟 Wholesome Management, founded by Cornea Smith (she/her), bridges gaps in health equity with culturally responsive strategies and solutions, empowering nonprofits and community groups to drive meaningful change. Cornea’s work is rooted in grassroots power-building and a passion for systemic change. 💅 Julie’s Tips and Toes in Greater Minnesota, founded by Julie Rowdon (she/her), is a welcoming nail salon celebrating individuality and diversity while delivering top-notch nail care in a luxurious environment. Julie’s mission is to create a sanctuary where everyone feels seen, heard, and celebrated. ✨ Learn more about these inspiring businesses and the Equity Fund at https://lght.ly/3d4p3ff #EquityFund #PFundFoundation #LGBTQBusinesses #InclusiveGrowth #CommunityEmpowerment

We’re thrilled to announce that two exceptional businesses in our community have been awarded Equity Fund grants from the PFund Foundation! We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Pfund Foundation for their ongoing support of LGBTQ+ individuals and businesses across the Midwest, fostering empowerment, growth, and resilience. Congratulations to: 📸 Jovisuals: Founded by Jo Allen (they/he), this photography business captures and celebrates diversity, especially for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. Jovisuals is more than just photos; it’s a community hub with events like Pride & Soul Skate Night and the Black & Queer Art Market. 🌈 Bubble’s Boba Tea - Jen Hart (she/her) started her boba tea shop to create a safe space for cultural exchange and community connection. A fourth-generation Mexican-American and bisexual woman, Jen’s mission is to foster inclusivity and unity through the joys of boba tea, celebrating "equali-tea" and "diversi-tea." #EquityFund #SmallBusiness #LGBTQEntrepreneurs #PFundFoundation

This #WorldAIDSDay PFund Foundation was proud to attend the Grand Opening of The Aliveness Project™ specialized pharmacy, Thrive! I was a pleasure spending time in community!

🎉 Meet our next round of Equity Fund recipients, each making a unique impact across the region! 🌟 🪵 Sokup Woodworking: David Sokup (he/him) combines creativity and craftsmanship to create unique, high-quality woodworking and carpentry projects. Based in Northfield, MN, Sokup Woodworking aims to bring lasting, custom pieces to homes while supporting queer makers. 🌵 Nopalli Rebelde: Céleste (they/she) is a community chef and curandera blending ancestral recipes, herbalism, and sustainability. From healing meals to educational workshops, Nopalli Rebelde empowers communities to connect with food, land, and wellness. 🎨 Nipient Boozhoo!: Nipient, a trans and nonbinary Anishinaabe tattoo artist in the Twin Cities, offers culturally-informed, trauma-aware tattooing for Queer, Native, and BIPOC communities. They're working toward creating a safe shared studio space for marginalized artists. 💻 motivPT: Dr. Alex Loch (he/him) uses technology to deliver inclusive, virtual physical therapy and personal training through motivPT. Based in Duluth, MN, Alex creates safe, accessible healthcare spaces for LGBTQ+ clients. 💼 Securus Accounting Services: Cayden Black (he/him) is empowering BIPOC LGBTQ+ communities through financial literacy and services, offering tax prep, bookkeeping, and more on a sliding scale to help others achieve financial freedom. 🌈 Learn more about these inspiring businesses and the Equity Fund using the link: https://lght.ly/4pe7e92 🔗 #PFundEquityFund #QueerBusinesses #SupportBIPOC #CommunityImpact #PFundFoundation

🎉 We Did It! 🎉 Thanks to your incredible generosity, we raised over $22,000 this Give to the Max Day! 🌈💖 Your support means the world to us and to the LGBTQ+ communities we serve across the Midwest. Every dollar helps fund grassroots organizations, empower queer leaders, and fuel life-changing programs in healthcare, housing, education, and more. Together, we’re building a future of equity, love, and opportunity for all. Thank you for making this possible! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ #ThankYou #GTMD2024 #PFundFoundation #LGBTQSupport #QueerGiving #TransRights

🚨 MATCH DOUBLED! 🚨 This Give to the Max Day, your impact can go TWICE as far! Thanks to a generous donor, we’re ***NOW*** matching all donations dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000!!! 🌈💸 Every dollar you give helps us support LGBTQ+ communities across the Midwest by funding grassroots organizations, empowering queer leaders, and fighting for a future free of discrimination and barriers. Your contribution fuels critical programs in housing, healthcare, education, and more! 🎯 Let’s double the love and reach our goal together. Make your gift today and create lasting change for our LGBTQ+ family. 💕 📅 Donate now - https://lght.ly/on49486 ! Let’s make this Give to the Max Day unforgettable! #GiveToTheMaxDay #GTMD2024 #PFundFoundation #SupportLGBTQ #QueerGiving #TransRights

Today, make your donation to PFund Foundation go further with a dollar-for-dollar match up to $5,000. Your support enables us to back grassroots groups and support crucial advocacy in areas like healthcare, housing, and legal aid. Last year alone, we awarded over $900,000 to various LGBTQ+ organizations and individuals across Minnesota and nearby regions. PFund Foundation encourages you to not only donate to us, but match the gift to one of our Minnesota grantees! Click the link - https://lght.ly/dllmfi7, or visit https://lght.ly/jpgamn to search for one of the organizations above to learn how your contribution can spark meaningful change in the lives of LGBTQ+ people. Because when we lift up LGBTQ+ people and places, we lift up the whole community! #GiveToTheMaxDay #PFundFoundation #LGBTQLeaders #QueerEmpowerment #GTMD24 #SupportQueerCommunities