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Joined on October 14, 2024
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Nonprofit
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DESCRIPTION
A nonprofit providing quality clothing and other essentials at no cost.
General Survey
Question: What percent of your organization identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community?
Answer: 1%-5%.
Question: What are your policies on LGBTQ+ trainings?
Answer: Not Applicable.
Question: How often do you require or recommend LGBTQ+ inclusive training?
Answer: We want to annually.
Question: Which best describes your current policies and procedures for your LGBTQ+ staff?
Answer: We have a general anti-discrimination clause that covers LGBTQ and other marginalized groups.
Question: Which best describes your current policies and procedures for your LGBTQ+ clients?
Answer: We have a general anti-discrimination clause that covers LGBTQ and other marginalized groups.
Question: How do you create a positive space for the LGBTQ+ community?
Answer: We display small shows of support, primarily during Pride month (June).
Industry Survey
Question: What type of non-profit organization do you represent? Briefly describe your mission.
Answer: Women Giving Back supports women and children in crisis on a first step to stability by providing quality clothing at no cost, assisted by a caring and committed community.
Question: Do you have any LGBTQ+ board members? Include any information, if possible, about how they represent LGBTQ+ issues in your organization.
Answer: No.
Question: Do you supply any training materials to individuals in your organization, or outside of your organization? If so, what do those materials entail?
Answer: None yet.
Question: How do you make your organization a safe and affirming place for LGBTQ+ people to be?
Answer: By fostering an environment based on respect, dignity, and empowerment, WGB work to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals feel affirmed, safe, and supported when accessing our services. We collaborate with LGBTQ+ advocacy groups to stay informed on best practices and offer specialized resources or referrals to clients who may need additional support.
Question: In your fundraising activities, do you solicit funds from non-affirming organizations? If so, which organizations?
Answer: While we welcome support from a diverse range of individuals, corporations, and foundations, we carefully consider the alignment of potential partners with our mission. If an organization is known to have policies or practices that are non-affirming or discriminatory toward any marginalized group, including LGBTQ+ individuals, we would not actively seek or accept funding from them. Our goal is to ensure that the sources of our funding reflect our dedication to fostering an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment for all of our clients and the broader community.
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