LGBTQ+ safety and health
LGBTQ+ emergency support
Emergency shelter, relocation and legal aid for LGBTQ+ people facing violence.
Illustrative photo: Rob Maxwell / Unsplash
Objective for the 2026 funding round
Provide discreet emergency help to LGBTQ+ people facing violence, eviction or arrest, through trusted local organisations.
Who it reaches: LGBTQ+ people in immediate danger. Identities are never shared, including with donors.
Target$48,145
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From $50: a week of emergency safe housing.
The need
In several African countries, LGBTQ+ people face arrest, eviction and violence. When someone is outed, they may need a safe place to stay, legal help and a way to rebuild, fast and quietly.
Why give to this cause
- LGBTQ+ people in many African countries face violence, eviction and arrest, often with nowhere to turn.
- Fast emergency help can save lives.
- Partners are audited, and we report response times while protecting identities.
What your gift does
- $50a week of emergency safe housing
- $250legal representation at a first court hearing
- $1,200three months of shelter, food and counselling for one person
Where your donation goes
The planned budget for this cause. Every quarter, the field report shows what was actually spent against each line.
- Emergency shelterSafe, confidential accommodation.35%$88 of $250
- Legal aidLawyers for people facing arrest or prosecution.25%$63 of $250
- Relocation and essentialsTransport, food and medical care in a crisis.20%$50 of $250
- Partner securityDigital and physical security for local partners.10%$25 of $250
- Monitoring and reportingAggregate, anonymised reporting only.10%$25 of $250
How we do it
- 1
Support goes through established, locally led LGBTQ+ organisations.
- 2
Partner and beneficiary identities are never published, for their safety.
- 3
Emergency cases get help within 48 hours.
- 4
We report totals only, verified by partner audits, not individual stories.
The impact your gift will have
- People facing violence or eviction get safe shelter quickly.
- Legal support helps people defend their rights.
- Survivors can rebuild their lives in safety.
What we measure and report
Targets for the 2026 funding round. Results against each one are published in the quarterly field report sent to every donor to this cause.
| Measure | Target |
|---|---|
| People given emergency shelter | 80 |
| Legal cases supported | 40 |
| Cases responded to within 48 hours | 95% |
| Partner financial audits completed | 100% |
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- $50a week of emergency safe housing
- $250legal representation at a first court hearing
- $1,200three months of shelter, food and counselling for one person
Gifts start at $50. Choose your own amount on the next page.
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How can I donate to LGBTQ+ causes in Africa?
Choose LGBTQ+ emergency support or LGBTQ+ health access and give online. Choose a cause, enter your amount in US dollars and pay securely by Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay or cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and 100+ coins). You get an email receipt straight away and a field report every quarter.
Is support for LGBTQ+ people kept confidential?
Yes. Services are discreet, and we report numbers without identifying anyone.
How do you choose local LGBTQ+ partners?
We work with trusted local organisations, and partners are audited.