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Point’s Community College Scholarship is now accepting applications! Community College Scholars receive financial support, community support and coaching. Find out if you’re eligible and apply at https://lnkd.in/g2A7zKZV

Twice as many applicants. Twice the need. This year, we received double the applications we received last year — a clear sign that more LGBTQ students are reaching out for support than ever before. Your donations help ensure we can say yes to more scholars in need. 🏳️🌈 👉 Make a difference today: https://lnkd.in/gGRC6reD #LGBTQScholarship #DonateForImpact

The highest reported barrier to college attendance among 18 to 39-year-olds who have not attended college is cost, according to Data for Progress. Climbing admission costs unevenly affect LGBTQ students, who take out more student loans to go to college than their non-LGBTQ peers. For many LGBTQ students, college represents a refuge from unaccepting families and unwelcoming communities. However, these college communities are not tenable solutions for LGBTQ students if students cannot afford to graduate or if they find themselves under crushing debt post-graduation. https://lnkd.in/gzg2URvP

Today we're excited to spotlight Point Alum Kelsey Parker! Named to GLAAD 20 Under 20 list, Kelsey is using her digital platform ThinkBlack to connect over 10,000 Black-owned businesses nationwide. 🌟 Combining her strengths as both an advocate and an entrepreneur, Kelsey is making the change she wants to see in the world. And you can too. See more of Kelsey's story and support young changemakers: https://lnkd.in/gqbdJcsR

EIGHT times the growth! 💗 We began 2024 supporting 192 BIPOC LGBTQ scholars — 8x more than just four years ago. Your generosity makes this possible. Read more in our 2024 year in review: https://lnkd.in/gjhZen-8

Anti-LGBTQ legislation like Georgia lawmakers' plan to ban transgender student-athletes doesn’t only affect trans athletes. This news makes trans and nonbinary students across the country feel targeted and unwanted. LGBTQ students belong on college campuses, and we must make sure they have the same opportunities as their peers. https://lnkd.in/gGqjAtbX

Graciela Cain, a Point Alum, is making waves as a mentor and advocate for BIPOC LGBTQ individuals. 🌈✨ Graciela is completing a BA in Africana Studies at Georgia State University this academic year. Graciela also fosters joy, connection, and empowerment for BIPOC LGBTQ individuals through Duval Folx, a dance party and community building initiative they founded. Their story shows how powerful mentorship can be. https://lnkd.in/gM7A8DD6

We’re happy to announce that we now accept Apple Pay to help you easily make your tax-deductible year-end donation to Point Foundation. Your support is more critical than ever in this time of uncertainty and increased anti-LGBTQ legislation and rhetoric. Any gift you make before the end of this month will be doubled by a very generous anonymous donor and our Board of Directors! Support tomorrow’s LGBTQ leaders at https://lnkd.in/gWTBzEQ3

I am thrilled and honored to share that while celebrating and reflecting on being named a Christopher Morse Scholar for an outstanding student and student leader who has shown exceptional promise in the study of theology; I have also recently been awarded a Point Persistent Scholar in recognition of my academic achievements and leadership by Point Foundation I am grateful for these affirmations and scholarly recognition of my journey, as well as the communities that inspire and support me every step of the way. Here’s to continuing my work with purpose and gratitude.

We’re excited to announce that Ryan Struyk senior producer at CNN for "State of the Union with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash" on Sunday mornings in Washington, is joining Point’s Board of Trustees! For his coverage of current events shaping national American politics, Struyk has won three Emmy Awards and been nominated for nine more. Ryan brings his passion for education and creating safe environments for LGBTQ students to come out and pursue their goals to Point Foundation. We are so grateful to have Ryan join our mission to empower LGBTQ students nationwide.