Rainbow Youth Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth by providing crisis intervention, mental health resources, and advocacy. Their work focuses on creating safe spaces where young people can feel seen, heard, and valued for exactly who they are. Through counseling, peer support, and education, Rainbow Youth Project works to reduce the high rates of suicide, bullying, and homelessness that disproportionately affect queer youth. At the heart of their mission is the belief that every young person deserves to grow up in a world where they are affirmed and accepted, and they actively advocate for policies and cultural shifts that foster inclusion and equality. By offering both direct support and advocating for systemic change, Rainbow Youth Project strives to build a future where LGBTQ+ youth no longer feel alone.

I’m hosting this raffle because organizations like Rainbow Youth Project need our support now more than ever. They are the reason so many in our community are able to not only survive, but truly thrive. Their work saves lives, and it’s up to us to make sure they have the resources to keep going.