Dear John,

For nearly 35 years, Outright International has been fueling a global network of LGBTIQ activists and organizations fighting tirelessly against oppression, advocating for equal rights, and breaking down barriers that prevent LGBTIQ people from living freely and without fear.

In regions like the Caribbean, where I live and work, this fight is deeply personal. Discriminatory laws and societal judgment have long forced many in my community to hide our love in the shadows.

But something is shifting. This year, I saw something extraordinary: photos of couples boldly sharing their joy — holding hands, exchanging vows, and celebrating partnerships on social media.

These ceremonies are not yet legal in some parts of the Caribbean, but their public celebration feels revolutionary. It’s a newfound courage I didn’t see just a few years ago. It’s a sign of progress.

And yet, as I write this, I am reminded of how far we still have to go. I cannot walk down the street where I live holding the hand of the woman I love. Not without fear.

This is the tension we live every day: seeing hope in the courage of our communities while knowing how much work remains to turn that courage into lasting change. Imagining a better world is only the beginning — building it demands action.

Your gift today will fuel Outright and our global partners to fight discriminatory laws, support LGBTIQ activists on the frontlines, and create safe, inclusive communities where love and identity can thrive without fear.

Please donate before midnight EST tonight and your gift will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $35,000 — doubling your impact on this critical work.

Every dollar you give will go twice as far to help ensure LGBTIQ+ voices are heard and supported, even in the hardest circumstances. But please hurry — you only have until midnight EST tomorrow to take advantage of this matching gift opportunity!

John, please remember your gift doesn’t just support programs; it sends a powerful message: that we stand together in solidarity.

In regions like the Caribbean, 2025 holds promise for even greater progress. Together, we can turn courage into freedom, visibility into acceptance, and love into a force that cannot be silenced.

Thank you for believing in this better world — and for helping to build it.

With gratitude,

Leah Thompson [she/her]
Caribbean Advocacy Officer
Outright International

PS: If you’ve already made your gift, please accept our deepest gratitude. Your generosity is helping build better LGBTIQ lives around the world.