Sunday’s Child, a Pensacola Bay Area member-based philanthropic group that promotes LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality by awarding grants to significant charitable and economic initiatives, recently awarded grants to six Pensacola Bay Area charities on October 12 at the organization’s 11th Annual Membership Meeting. The 200 members of Sunday’s Child funded and selected the projects and initiatives, which include: Life Horse at Grand Review Farm, Lutheran Services Florida, 309 Punk Project, Stamped LGBTQ Film Festival, First Tee Gulf Coast, and Warrington Emergency Aid Center.
Each of the six organizations will receive $20,000 to fund their projects:
Life Horse at Grand Review Farm’s grant “Bridging the Barn: Inclusive Equine Wellness for LGBTQ+ Youth and Allies” will fund a trauma-informed equine-assisted program and adaptive riding equipment designed to support LGBTQ+ youth and their allies.
Lutheran Services Florida’s grant “Nurturing Safe Spaces for Youth” will allow the organization to replace worn out furniture and create a more positive environment in their youth shelter, Currie House.
309 Punk Project’s grant “Lifting Up Access to the Arts” will fund the installation of a platform lift at the 309 house to make the space accessible to anyone with mobility issues.
Stamped Film Festival’s grant “Emma Jones: Preserving Our Past and Inspiring Our Future” will allow the organization to produce a documentary short showcasing the history of Emma Jones Society with its deep roots in Pensacola LGBTQ history.
First Tee Gulf Coast’s grant “Empowering Youth Through Inclusion and Character Development” will fund a van that will be used to eliminate transportation barriers to their program.
Warrington Emergency Aid Center’s grant “WEAC Roof Repair” will fund a complete roof replacement at the volunteer-run food pantry.
About Sunday’s Child
Sunday’s Child is a nonprofit organization committed to uplifting nonprofits that champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through its unique member-based grant-making model, Sunday’s Child empowers local organizations to implement solutions that foster a more just and inclusive community. Since its inception, Sunday’s Child has made a lasting impact by supporting initiatives that address systemic inequities and promote meaningful change.
For more information about Sunday’s Child or how to become a member, visit www.sundayschild.org or email info@sundayschild.org.
