Miami, FL, Dec 5th, 2024 — Pridelines, Miami's leading LGBTQ+ community center, is proud to announce it has been awarded a $1,000 microgrant from the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) as part of their Benevolence campaign. This grant honors Pridelines' ongoing work in supporting Black lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+, and same-gender loving (LGBTQ+/SGL) children, youth, and young adults.
The NBJC Benevolence campaign, commemorating the organization’s 21st anniversary, celebrates the importance of investing in organizations that uplift marginalized youth living at the intersection of race, gender, and sexual orientation. The microgrant is part of a broader initiative to highlight organizations providing critical services to LGBTQ+/SGL youth as they face unique challenges and barriers to accessing the support they need.
"We are honored to be recognized by the National Black Justice Coalition and to receive this generous microgrant," said Dr. Edward Summers, Executive Director and CEO of Pridelines.
This funding will directly support our mission to provide safe spaces, vital services, and empowerment opportunities for Black LGBTQ+/SGL youth in our community.
Pridelines will use the funds to enhance its youth programs, ensuring that young people have access to mental health support, housing services, leadership development, and peer mentorship. With the NBJC's support, Pridelines will continue to build inclusive environments where LGBTQ+/SGL youth can thrive.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Nicolle Nyariri
Director of Strategic Events, Fundraising and Communications
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About Pridelines
Pridelines is a Miami-based LGBTQ+ community center dedicated to supporting, educating, and empowering South Florida's LGBTQ+ community, particularly youth. Founded in 1982, Pridelines provides a range of services, including mental health counseling, housing support, HIV testing and prevention, peer-led support groups, and social programming.
About the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC)
The National Black Justice Coalition is a civil rights organization dedicated to empowering Black LGBTQ+/SGL people. Through advocacy, policy reform, and community-based programs, NBJC works to combat discrimination and elevate the visibility of the Black LGBTQ+/SGL community.
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