Matthew Shepard Foundation

Youth & Students · Florida · Free

Erasing hate by replacing it with understanding, compassion, and acceptance. Relevant for college applicants needing affirming campus info, dorm policies, and chosen-family scholarships. Crisis lines specifically for LGBTQ+ youth (Trevor, LGBT National Youth Talkline) are 24/7 and confidential. Point Foundation is the largest LGBTQ+ scholarship — full-ride awards available, application opens Jan, due late March. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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