Giving

You can help provide support through your donation to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer Studies Program at the ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ.

Our program allows students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the interdisciplinary and intersectional academic study of sexualities, and to work alongside award-winning faculty who research this field.  There are many giving opportunities through the LGBTQ Studies Program. Take a look at the full list below, and if you see value in what we do, please make a donation now or contact us at lgbtq@colorado.edu to discuss more ways to give.

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Your support of the LGBTQ Studies Certificate Program Endowment fund helps us provide funding for operational and programmatic support along with organization of student focused LGBTQ events including hosting our annual Lavender Graduation.

To provide support for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer Studies Certificate at the ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ.

The Karen Raforth Scholarship was created to help support students who show an aptitude for leadership and involvement with LGBTQIA issues. Dr. Karen Raforth as a University psychologist and assistant director for UCB Counseling Services was instrumental in helping create and administer many successful ongoing educational and social programs that were a major force in making the climate for LGBTQIA students positive and welcoming. This award honors the work and leadership of Dr. Karen Raforth, who spent years devoting her time and talent to the LGBTQIA community at ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ.

The Evan Wolfson Prize in LGBTQ Studies recognizes the outstanding work of an undergraduate student at ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ whose sole-author paper or creative work deals with LGBTQ issues, broadly defined. The Wolfson Prize, named to honor the work and impact of gay rights activism, was established and made possible through the generous gifts provided by Thomas Stephens (University of Colorado, class of 1974) and Todd Enders.