named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Consortium Awards Program
Annual recognition program honoring contributions to LGBTQ+ equity in higher education, including the Dr. Sheltreese D. McCoy Award and Promising New Professional Award
Job Board
Platform for members to post and view job openings related to LGBTQ+ services in higher education
Professional Development Webinars
Free conference calls and webinars offering education and skill-building for LGBTQ+ resource professionals in higher education
Regional Meet-ups and Events
In-person and virtual gatherings that facilitate networking and collaboration among member institutions and professionals
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency & Community Education 2 activities
- Facilitation of peer networks and community engagement among membersBuilds and sustains professional networks through a Listserv, mentoring and internship programs, regional meetups, geographic region organization, and constituency-based affinity groups. Supports inter-generational engagement and pipeline development for queer and trans people of color across the U.S. and internationally.
- Professional development and capacity building for LGBTQ+ higher education professionalsProvides ongoing professional development through monthly webinars, day-long institutes, conference sessions, and free educational webinars to support campus-based professionals in advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion. Offers resources, guidance documents, and virtual Affinity Calls for member subgroups to strengthen skills and knowledge in LGBTQ+ student services.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Administration of awards recognizing leadership and social justice in LGBTQ+ higher educationRecognizes outstanding contributions through annual awards including the Promising New Professional Award, the Dr. Sheltreese D. McCoy Award for Outstanding Social Justice Practice, and other rotating honors. An awards review committee evaluates nominations for innovation, leadership, service, research, advocacy, and preeminence in the field.
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LGBTQ+ Legal and Policy Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy and policy guidance for LGBTQ+ inclusion in higher educationDevelops policy and practice guidance, issues public responses to events affecting LGBTQ+ communities in higher education, and manages external partnerships to advance equity and inclusion. Engages in advocacy through collective action and public recognition of impactful work.
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LGBTQ+ Community Support and Resource Centers 1 activity
- Development and maintenance of open-access resource platformsManages and shares operational tools and information via an open-source platform that enables LGBTQ+ centers to exchange forms, documentation, and best practices. Maintains the LGBTQ Architect resource and the Higher Education LGBT Support Services Map to support program development and field-wide improvement.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Hosting of virtual and in-person member programming and organizational eventsOrganizes annual and recurring events including the Virtual Drive-In and Business Meeting, LGBTQ+ Center Awareness Day webinar, Pre-Convention Workshop at ACPA, and additional member-focused workshops. Facilitates organizational updates, member connection, and educational content delivery.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Operation of job board and employment support servicesMaintains a publicly accessible job board featuring positions related to LGBTQ+ work in higher education, including roles within LGBT Campus Resource Units and broader LGBTQ+ or higher education-related jobs. Provides free posting access to institutional members and individuals upon request.
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Nonprofit Organizational Management 1 activity
- Operational and administrative management of the organizationManages logistical operations, budgeting, membership administration, co-sponsorships, marketing communications, and stipend/honoraria policies. Follows a financial model maintaining a $15,000 emergency reserve and allocating 60% of remaining funds annually. Reimburses board travel and plans event logistics within per diem limits.
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Nonprofit Sector Research & Data Analysis 1 activity
- Production and dissemination of research and policy resourcesProduces and publishes studies, guidelines, annual reports, and research postings on sexual orientation, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ inclusion in higher education. Hosts ethical and rigorous research by campus partners and scholars to expand knowledge and improve services for LGBTQ+ communities.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$39K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
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expenses
Total expenses$25K
Program expenses—
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Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$13K
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balance sheet
Total assets$89K
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Net assets$89K
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +17.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| J RASHAD SMALL | EXTERNAL COORDINATOR | 10 | $1K |
| JESSE BEAL | EXTERNAL COORDINATOR | 10 | $1K |
| ROMAN CHRISTIAENS | ORGANIZATIONAL OPERATIONS COLLECTIVE | 5 | $1K |
| ROZE BROOKS | MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT COLLECTIVE | 5 | $1K |
| CHRIS TANAKA | ORGANIZATIONAL OPERATIONS COLLECTIVE | 5 | $750 |
| DEKA JORDYN SPEARS | MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT COLLECTIVE | 5 | $750 |
| TRISTAN MORTON | MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT COLLECTIVE | 5 | $250 |
relationships · 29
Who they work with
- ACPA Partner — Collaborates with ACPA to host pre-convention workshops and member engagements at the national conference.
- ACPA Partner — Hosts the annual conference where the Consortium organizes pre-conference sessions, main sessions, and social events.
- Calamus Foundation Funder — Provided original grant funding for the development of the LGBTQArchitect project.
- Colgate University Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Orange Region
- Consortium of Higher Education LGBT Resource Professionals Network — Provided summer graduate interns to assist with the project and originally hosted the web version of the LGBTQArchitect platform.
- Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education Network — Approved the Consortium as an associate member organization.
- Higher Education LGBT Support Services Map Network — Developed and maintained by the Consortium to list LGBTQ campus centers meeting professional staffing criteria.
- LGBTQ Architect Partner — Collaborative resource for developing LGBTQ+ programs and services in higher education.
- MemberClicks Network — Platform used to host the organization's website and member services.
- MemberClicks Partner — Hosts the Consortium's member portal and research posting forum.
- Membership Engagement Collective Partner — Manages award nominations and communications for the Consortium
- Missouri State University Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Yellow Region
- National Gay & Lesbian Task Force Partner — Hosted the Creating Change Conference where the Consortium was formally established.
- New York University Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Orange Region
- Organizational Operations Collective Partner — Handles administrative operations and membership coordination for the Consortium
- Organizational Operations Collective Partner — Handles inquiries and operational support for job board postings.
- PNC Government — Banking partner used for financial transactions and account management
- Pennsylvania State University Partner — Housed the initial development of the LGBTQArchitect project, with resource collection and organization led by staff at the PSU Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity.
- Rowan University Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Orange Region
- Rutgers University Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Orange Region
- UC Riverside LGBT Resource Center Partner — Currently supports and maintains the LGBTQArchitect platform under the direction of Nancy Jean Tubbs.
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Yellow Region
- University of Michigan Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Yellow Region
- Vacant Partner — Position within the Community and Advocacy Collective responsible for developing policy, practice documents, and managing major partnerships; currently unfilled.
- Washington State University Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Pink Region
- Western Washington University Partner — Employer of a Regional Representative in the Pink Region
- campus partners Partner — Collaborates with campus partners in supporting research related to sexual orientation and gender identity.
- higher education institutions Partner — Fosters collaborative relationships with higher education institutions to advocate for more just and inclusive colleges and universities.
- scholars Partner — Supports scholars conducting research related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and co-related topics.
strategies · 3
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.
- Intersectional and Racial Justice Frameworkmethodology: intersectional_and_racial_justice_frameworkBy centering intersectionality and racial justice in professional support and programming, the consortium advances LGBTQ+ inclusion in higher education because it addresses the interconnected systems of oppression that shape the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those from marginalized racial and ethnic backgrounds.
- Member-Driven Governance and Engagement Modelmethodology: member-driven governanceBy structuring governance and programming around member leadership, participation, and needs, the consortium ensures relevance and responsiveness in its services because those closest to the work are best positioned to guide the organization’s direction and priorities.
- Peer-Powered Professional Community Developmentmethodology: peer_networkingBy fostering peer-to-peer networking, regional collaboration, and member-led facilitation, the consortium strengthens professional capacity and program innovation on campuses because shared lived experience and horizontal knowledge exchange produce more relevant, adaptable, and sustainable solutions than top-down models.