named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Anchor Investor Program
Provides major financial support to key LGBTQ+ organizations such as the National Black Justice Coalition
Global Giving Initiative
Grants funding to LGBTQ+ organizations and activists in countries including Italy, China, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and Brazil
Pride Stride Virtual 5K
Virtual run event co-hosted with LA Pride and other Pride organizations to raise funds for LGBTQ+ communities nationwide
Safe Space Certificate Program
Provides training and certification to organizations to ensure inclusive and safe environments for LGBTQ+ individuals
Stonewall Gives Back Concert
Live-streamed fundraising concert supporting LGBTQ nightlife workers affected by the pandemic
Yankees-Stonewall Scholarships
Annual scholarship program in partnership with the New York Yankees and NYC Schools Chancellor to support LGBTQ+ high school seniors
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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LGBTQ+ Legal and Policy Advocacy 1 activity
- Advancing global LGBTQ+ legal rights and protectionsEngages in advocacy to advance legal efforts promoting LGBTQ+ rights and securing legal protections globally, with a focus on marginalized populations including trans women of color.
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LGBTQ+ and Community-Based Educational Scholarships 1 activity
- Awarding scholarships to NYC LGBTQ+ youthAnnually awards $10,000 scholarships to 25 LGBTQ+ high school seniors across New York City’s five boroughs to support the development of future LGBTQ+ leaders and activists.
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LGBTQ+ Community Grantmaking 1 activity
- Funding grassroots LGBTQ+ organizations globallyFunds LGBTQ+ organizations, activists, and nonprofits worldwide—particularly in underserved and high-risk regions such as Italy, China, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Brazil, Puerto Rico, and the rural U.S. South—to advance equality, provide shelter, and support community-led advocacy and services.
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LGBTQ+ Community Events and Celebrations 1 activity
- Hosting fundraising events for LGBTQ+ activismHosts major fundraising events including the annual Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala and livestream concerts, often in partnership with organizations like World of Wonder and Heritage of Pride, to raise funds for LGBTQ+ individuals and causes.
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LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency & Community Education 1 activity
- Operating the Safe Space Certification programDirectly operates a Safe Space Certification initiative that trains business staff to be respectful allies of the LGBTQ+ community, certifies companies such as JetBlue, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Brooklyn Brewery, and maintains a public heatmap of Certified SIGBI Safe Spaces.
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LGBTQ+ Community Support and Resource Centers 1 activity
- Providing LGBTQ+-specific health and recovery resourcesMaintains and provides access to a vetted list of LGBTQ+-operated rehabilitation centers and treatment programs specializing in substance use disorders, with an emphasis on services led by and for LGBTQ+ individuals.
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Providing educational and strategic capacity building for LGBTQ+ groupsOffers educational programming, strategic guidance, and technical assistance to grassroots LGBTQ+ organizations, including rural community centers through partnerships like CenterLink and Jennifer Brown Consulting, to strengthen local advocacy and service delivery.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$245K
Contributions & grants$300K123%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$6K2%
Other revenue$-62K
expenses
Total expenses$364K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$98K
Grants paid out$25K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$351K
Cash$288K
Investments$0
Liabilities$119
Net assets$351K
Liquid reserves9.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -30.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacy Lentz | CEO | 40 | $91K |
board members · 5
- Angelica Torres — Treasurer
- Dara Nai — Secretary
- David Studinski — Board Chair
- Kevin T McDowell — Director
- Stephanie Gayle — Director
relationships · 45
Who they work with
- CenterLink Partner — Partnered to support rural LGBTQ community centers through funding and capacity-building initiatives.
- CenterLink Partner — Partnered to support rural LGBTQ community centers through technical assistance, training, and direct funding.
- Christopher Street West Association Inc. Partner — Dara Nai, SIGBI Secretary, is operations manager of Christopher Street West Association Inc., which produces LA Pride Festival & Parade.
- Deutsche Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala
- Environmental Leadership Program Partner — Mo Williams, SIGBI Program Coordinator, also serves as RAY Program & Grants Manager at Environmental Leadership Program (ELP).
- Gotham FC Partner — Teamed up to launch a campaign supporting trans youth, with proceeds from merchandise sales funding LGBTQ+ organizations in Florida and Texas.
- Heritage Of Pride Partner — Collaborated to produce events during NYC Pride Week.
- Heritage of Pride Partner — David Studinski, SIGBI Board Chair, served as Executive Board Co-Chair for Heritage of Pride from 2015 through 2019, overseeing Stonewall 50 | WorldPride NYC.
- IRC 501(c)(3) Government — Recognized as an approved tax-exempt nonprofit under IRC 501(c)(3)
- Inspire Recovery Partner — Partner LGBTQIA+ substance use and mental health treatment center offering trauma-informed, affirming care and all-gender housing.
- Jennifer Brown Consulting Partner — Collaborated to host virtual town halls and in-person meetings with LGBTQ+ advocates to inform safe space criteria.
- Just Us at Oasis Center Partner — Safe Space Community Partner in Nashville, Tennessee.
- Kansas City Center for Inclusion Partner — Safe Space Community Partner in Kansas City, Missouri.
- LA Pride Partner — Collaborated on the Pride Stride virtual 5K to raise funds for Pride organizations across the country.
- LA Pride Partner — Collaborated to host a virtual 5K run and raise funds for Pride organizations across the country.
- La Fuente Hollywood Treatment Center Partner — Partner treatment center offering LGBTQ-specific, community-driven substance use and mental health treatment.
- Mississippi LGBTQ Fund Partner — Provided the first major grant to support LGBTQ+ advocacy in Mississippi.
- National Black Justice Coalition Funder — Served as the Anchor Investor for NBJC in 2020, providing foundational financial support.
- National Black Justice Coalition Partner — Named Anchor Investor in 2020 to support NBJC’s mission of ending racism, homophobia, and bias against African American LGBTQ/SGL communities.
- National Park Service Government — Bill Morgan, advisor to SIGBI, worked directly with the National Park Service to advance the Stonewall Monument designation.
- National Parks Conservation Association Partner — Bill Morgan, advisor to SIGBI, worked with the National Parks Conservation Association to advance the Stonewall Monument designation.
- New York Yankees Partner — Co-sponsored the Yankees-Stonewall scholarships for New York City high school seniors.
- New York Yankees Partner — Partnered to create the Yankees-Stonewall Scholars Initiative, providing scholarships to LGBTQ+ high school seniors in NYC.
- OUT ADVOCATE Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala
- Pride Institute Partner — Partner organization providing evidence-based treatment for substance abuse and mental health tailored to LGBTQ+ adults.
- Proyecto Matria Partner — Provided a grant to support hurricane relief efforts for LGBTQ+ individuals in Puerto Rico.
- Saks Fifth Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala
- Stepping Stone Partner — Partner nonprofit offering alcohol and drug recovery programs specializing in the needs of LGBT communities in San Diego.
- Stonewall Inn Government — Official charitable giving organization of the historic Stonewall Inn.
- Stonewall Inn Network — Official nonprofit organization affiliated with the Stonewall Inn in NYC.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Driven Engagement Through Personal Narrativesmethodology: community-driven engagementBy engaging volunteers and activists through personal stories and lived experiences, we foster deeper community investment and sustain momentum for change, because authentic narratives build empathy, ownership, and resilience within movements.
- Grassroots Support Strengthens Systemic Equalitymethodology: grassroots-supportBy providing financial, educational, and strategic resources to grassroots LGBTQ+ organizations—especially in under-resourced areas—we strengthen local capacity for sustained equality efforts, because community-led initiatives are more responsive and effective in addressing local barriers to inclusion.
- Leveraging Historic Legacy for Activism and Fundraisingmethodology: legacy-driven activismBy channeling the symbolic power and visibility of the Stonewall Inn, we drive fundraising and global activism, because its legacy creates unique cultural resonance that amplifies outreach, donor engagement, and public attention for LGBTQ+ causes.
- Public Education Addresses Root Causes of Intolerancemethodology: public-educationBy increasing public education and visibility around systemic inequities—especially those affecting trans women of color and other marginalized subgroups—we reduce social intolerance, because awareness of intersectional oppression shifts attitudes and dismantles discriminatory norms.
- Safe Space Certification Drives Inclusionmethodology: safe-space-certificationBy certifying organizations and public venues as Safe Spaces with trained staff and inclusive policies, we increase access to physically and socially safe environments for LGBTQ+ individuals, because structured training and public accountability foster systemic behavioral change in institutions.