Joellyn, Equality Federation · [email protected]

April 24, 2024 at 8:52 PM

Give OUT Day starts next week! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Learn how you can help us reach our $13k goalJohn,  Mark your calendars – Give OUT Day, the only national day of giving for LGBTQ+ organizations, is just one week away! As we gear up for this incredible opportunity to make a difference, we're turning to our most dedicated supporters, like you, to he…

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

April 12, 2024 at 4:34 PM

You can break the silence 🗣️

Use your voice for those who can't! John,  LGBTQ+ youth and students are the future of our movement. Every year, on the second Friday of April, students and educators across the country participate in the Day of Silence to highlight the silencing and erasure of LGBTQ+ youth in schools. This year, ou…

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  Skye, Equality Federation · [email protected]

March 31, 2024 at 3:52 PM

🏳️‍⚧️Embracing Trans Power on TDOV🏳️‍⚧️

Trans joy is revolutionary... John, Today is Transgender Day of Visibility, an international day to honor the impact, the joy, and the power of trans and nonbinary people in every corner of the world.  While we know visibility is not synonymous with liberation, being unapologetically ourselves will …

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

March 22, 2024 at 7:00 PM

🌸 Watch your support blossom this season 🌸

Spring into action with a monthly gift! Hi John, The first blossoms of spring remind us of the resilience and beauty within our community. It's a time of renewal and growth—and a perfect moment to reflect on how we, too, can 'spring forward' in our commitment to LGBTQ+ liberation.  This season, we …

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

March 18, 2024 at 8:00 PM

Our new HIV fellowship program!

We are already halfway through March! Our team has been hard at work these past few months, supporting our state partners in difficult legislative sessions, launching new programs, and expanding our own capacity. Hi John,  We are already halfway through March! Our team has been hard at work these pa…

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  Michael Elizabeth · [email protected]

March 7, 2024 at 6:37 PM

🛑 Stop the Stigma 🛑

Your first-time gift can ignite a nationwide push for policies that focus on care NOT criminalization! Hi John,  We’ve made it clear: it’s time for an overhaul of outdated HIV criminalization laws created out of fear and misunderstanding. While there have been some major wins over the past 10 years,…

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  Sheila E. · [email protected]

February 28, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Ready to amplify your LGBTQ+ advocacy? 🌈 📣

John, find out how your investment can make a massive impact! Hi John,  With countless bills, policies, and amendments introduced year-round, it’s critical to strategize with our state partners to stay one step ahead. Equality Federation’s Advocacy & Civic Engagement Program is a key player in …

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

February 14, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Irreplaceable: Your Support Means Everything to Us 💖

Give the gift of love this Valentine's Day!   Hi John, This Valentine's Day, let's reaffirm our commitment to equality for every community. A gift today is a pledge to a future where love is celebrated. Together In UnityYour support is the heartbeat of this movement, the love that transforms challen…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

February 12, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Meet Our Newest Team Members!

I am excited to announce that the Equality Federation has added 5 new team members.John, New year, new us! I am excited to announce that the Equality Federation has added 5 new team members! These brilliant, passionate folks bring so much talent and joy to the fight for LGBTQ+ equality in the states…

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  Ian Palmquist · [email protected]

February 9, 2024 at 6:17 PM

Help build our collective power with a gift today!

John, your support equips passionate leaders with essential skills and trainings. Be the change with us!John, Progress in the fight for equality extends beyond any single issue or policy, it’s about cultivating strong leaders who can sustain the tireless work to drive change. Every organization’s jo…

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  Vivian Topping · [email protected]

January 23, 2024 at 9:53 PM

Strengthen the 2024 legislative frontline today!

Help equip our state partners with the resources for a groundbreaking 2024 session. Hi John,  27 of our state partners have hit the ground running for the 2024 legislative session. As more states begin their legislative sessions, we'll help support advocates in 46 states to protect the communities t…

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  Joellyn Weingourt · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 7:27 PM

John, put your plan on paper for a strong 2024

As 2024 unfolds, let’s ensure your wishes are well-documented. Dear John,  At Equality Federation, we see and appreciate every step you take to improve the world for LGBTQ+ individuals. In thanks, I’m following up about a resolution that can create a lasting impact: drafting your estate plan. Setti…

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  Joellyn Weingourt · [email protected]

January 10, 2024 at 6:14 PM

Start 2024 with Solid Foundations, John

Step into the new year with intention - create your legacy today! Dear John,  Happy New Year! As we turn the page to 2024, it's a time for both celebration and reflection at Equality Federation. We understand the importance of preparing for the future, not only for our organization but for every in…

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

January 1, 2024 at 3:07 AM

Last Call! Make Your Gift Now! 🥳

LAST CALL: Donate Now! Happy New Year! The Team at Equality Federation Equality Federation818 SW 3rd Ave.141Portland, OR 97204-2405United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 9:07 PM

Last chance to give before 2024!

Make your tax-deductible donation for 2023 before the new year!   If you have saved your payment information with FastAction, your contribution will process immediately after clicking a link. Donate $24.00 today   Donate $36.00 today  Donate $50.00 today  Donate $100.00 today  Donate $250.00 today…

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  Ian Palmquist · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 1:11 PM

Take action today for a better 2024!

Dear John, At Equality Federation, we believe we get to choose our future by taking action today. On December 31, 2023, we hope you’re proud of what we accomplished because we started the year together.  Can you give right now to strengthen our community and the state-based movement in 2024?  If y…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

December 30, 2023 at 2:42 PM

What community do you call home?

Dear John,  Queer and transgender people are under attack.  Queer and trans people are organized. We are strong. We are everywhere.  We live in big cities on the coasts, but even more of us live in small towns and communities in the states the media fails to talk about and where resources for doing …

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  Ian Palmquist · [email protected]

December 18, 2023 at 12:41 PM

2023 Legislative Recap 🔁

See what our legislative advocacy program accomplished this year.Hi John,  In recent years, the legislative landscape for LGBTQ+ rights, particularly those of transgender people, has been met with challenges unparalleled in modern history. With the 2023 legislative session marking one of the most da…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

December 7, 2023 at 8:35 PM

Our 2023 Recap

See Equality Federation Institute's impact this year.Dear John,  We know that real change happens in the communities we call home, and our state partners are at the forefront of creating this change.  We’re proud to be in this work with the states. Here are a few ways we supported our partners in 20…

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  Mike Webb · [email protected]

December 1, 2023 at 4:18 PM

Changing Laws, Changing Lives - World AIDS Day 365

We got the word out there that Equality Federation prioritizes HIV advocacy work every day.   Dear John, We say World AIDS Day is every day at Equality Federation and throughout our network because we work on this critical issue year-round. Thanks to your continued support and advocacy, I'm very pro…

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 10:49 PM

🌈Help us reach our Giving Tuesday goal!

We're so close! Help us close the gap with a gift today.  Dear John, We know we are strongest when we work together.  Giving Tuesday is a reminder of our collective power. This day encourages people to do good by giving, collaborating, and celebrating generosity. We’re less than $700 away from our G…

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  Joellyn Weingourt · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 1:23 PM

Give for equality today!

Together we give. Dear John,  Today is Giving Tuesday, a day when we come together to show our commitment to fight for and protect the most marginalized in our community.  It’s been a year, and we know 2024 will come with its own surprises and challenges. But here’s the thing - we’re winning.   For …

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

November 22, 2023 at 2:07 PM

Here's what we're grateful for...

In a challenging year, we have gratitude for Dear John, As we reflect on the past year together, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support and commitment to the Equality Federation community. Your dedication empowers us to continue advocating for equality and justice for a…

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

November 16, 2023 at 9:42 PM

🏳️‍⚧️ Celebrate Trans Joy! 🏳️‍⚧️

Our power, and our JOY, lies in one another.Hi John,  Transgender Day of Remembrance, observed this week, honors and remembers those taken from our community through acts of violence⁠—most of whom are trans women of color. It is a stark reminder of why we work to educate those who do not know about …

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  Vivian Topping · [email protected]

November 9, 2023 at 6:36 PM

We're winning!

Hi John, By now, you’ve seen the headlines from Tuesday’s election results. In case you haven’t, here is the TL;DR: Abortion and cannabis won, attacks on our bodily autonomy failed spectacularly. Because of the thousands of phone calls, text messages, and conversations that state LGBTQ+ advocacy org…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

October 24, 2023 at 3:26 PM

Join us as an Advocacy Sustainer!

Dear John, While we reflected on our past this LGBTQ+ History Month, the Equality Federation team also spent some time planning for the future. As we dreamed and schemed for the year ahead, we realized we were missing one thing: you. Your involvement as an Advocacy Sustainer can help us turn our vis…

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  Skye Maresca · [email protected]

October 19, 2023 at 3:07 PM

Respecting you and our community

Help us honor you and our community by updating your information.Hi John,  Yesterday was International Pronouns Day, and we at Equality Federation are committed to respecting, bringing awareness to, and celebrating everyone’s ability to be who they are.   One way we are doing this is by ensuring we …

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  Vivian Topping · [email protected]

September 28, 2023 at 10:16 PM

Back to School: Our report card

Dear John, With everyone back to school across the country, we're excited to share the incredible work we and our state partners are doing for LGBTQ+ youth. We invite you to be a part of our ongoing efforts.  Every dollar you contribute fuels real change by ensuring LGBTQ+ youth have access to compr…

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

September 18, 2023 at 6:54 PM

Going back to school shouldn’t mean turning back the clock

Hi John, Is it just us, or do back-to-school sales start popping up earlier and earlier every year? It’s great to snag those savings, but it can be hard for kids to process the fact that summer vacation is winding down. They might not be excited about homework, quizzes, and tests. But when our child…

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  Ian Palmquist · [email protected]

September 9, 2023 at 4:26 PM

See who is guiding our work...

Meet our new board membersHi John, Our team at Equality Federation is pretty great, but have you met our board members?  We have 18 folks from all over the country serving on our boards, making this organization better with their experience working in and outside of the LGBTQ+ movement.   You can le…

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  Janeesha Jones · [email protected]

August 29, 2023 at 3:08 PM

We can find joy together!

Dear John, In a year where challenges often test our resolve, Equality Federation’s Leadership Conference (held in July in Denver, CO) emerged as a shining beacon of "Joy." Amidst the backdrop of adversity, we united, celebrated, and forged connections with friends and partners that will shape the f…

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  Ian Palmquist · [email protected]

August 24, 2023 at 6:14 PM

See what we did in 2022

Check out our annual report!Hi John, Equality Federation has been working with state and national partners to fight injustice and advance LGBTQ+ equality for over 25 years, and yet many people are just learning about our work. If you’ve ever wondered what we do, who we are, or where we fit in the LG…

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  Joellyn Wilken Weingourt · [email protected]

August 17, 2023 at 8:39 PM

Making your way through your will ✍️

Dear John, Recently, I reached out to highlight National Make-A-Will Month this August and share how making a will can protect your loved ones and make way for a more inclusive tomorrow. So many people are taking action this month that I wanted to ensure you didn’t miss this chance! You still have t…

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  Joellyn Wilken Weingourt · [email protected]

August 10, 2023 at 7:49 PM

John, build a legacy of equality this August.

Hi John,  As a dedicated advocate and supporter of Equality Federation, you are part of a powerful network working to advance equality and justice for LGBTQ+ people in every community across our nation. Amid a year that has witnessed a horrific wave of hateful legislation against LGBTQ+ people, your…

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

July 18, 2023 at 5:31 PM

Your Support Matters Beyond Pride Month

Hi John, Pride Month may be over, but our work to advance LGBTQ+ equality continues throughout the year. Your support is crucial in shaping a future where everyone can live authentically and with dignity. While Pride Month is a time of celebration, it's important to recognize the Having trouble vi…

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  Team EqFed · [email protected]

July 6, 2023 at 5:23 PM

Thank you for giving!

Give OUT Day was a huge success, and we are so grateful for you.Hi John, Give OUT Day was a huge success, and we are so grateful to you for participating in it.   Thanks to your support, we were able to meet our goal and raise over $10,660! More than 145 of you supported state-based LGBTQ+ advocacy …

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  Mel King · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 10:53 PM

Last Call for Give OUT Day!

The greatest opportunities for victories to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people are in the states Dear John,  The more we each choose to stake a claim in our liberation, the more inevitable full equality and justice for all LGBTQ+ people will become. We are 81% to our $10,000 goal! Can you be one of…

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  Mike Webb · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Join us: Support our efforts to end HIV

The greatest opportunities for victories to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people are in the states Dear John,  We’re halfway through Give OUT Day, the only national day of giving for the LGBTQ+ community, and we're 70% to our goal! Have you made your gift yet? Make your Give OUT Day gift! Need more r…

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  Jenn Curtin · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Today is the day!

The greatest opportunities for victories to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people are in the states Dear John,  Happy Give OUT Day! Today is the only national day of giving for LGBTQ+ organizations, and we need you to show up and give to the state-based movement for LGBTQ+ equality.  Give OUT now! I w…

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  Vivian Topping · [email protected]

June 26, 2023 at 3:23 PM

State groups are the LGBTQ+ movement...

The greatest opportunities for victories to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people are in the statesHi John, The greatest opportunities for victories to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people are in the states—where the work is hard but the impact is great.   Equality Federation has believed this and let it…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

June 24, 2023 at 1:10 PM

Creating The Future We Need Together

We're looking for ways to celebrate and find joy despite the attacks on our safety.Dear John, It has been a year since the Supreme Court set our country back decades with its horrible decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.   The decision's impact on everyone who accesses an aborti…

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  Ian Palmquist · [email protected]

June 22, 2023 at 8:27 PM

From 0 to 15

We're looking for ways to celebrate and find joy despite the attacks on our safety.Hi John, Zero. That’s how many people were on the staff of Equality Federation for the first 7 years of our existence.   In the past 26 years, we’ve gone from a staff of 0 to one of 15 talented queer and trans people.…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

June 15, 2023 at 1:59 PM

What brings you joy?

We're looking for ways to celebrate and find joy despite the attacks on our safety.Hi John,  Over the past 26 years, Equality Federation has been on the frontlines of the movement for LGBTQ+ advocacy and equality. We have been a part of soaring victories and endured challenging setbacks, including l…

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  Vivian Topping · [email protected]

April 13, 2023 at 7:47 PM

Pause, breathe & enjoy animals!

We believe in joy and rest in the midst of challenge.Hi John,  As you know, Equality Federation and our state partners work tirelessly to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights every day. Fighting anti-LGBTQ+ bills takes a toll on our communities, which is why we have a  Healing Justice Fund. This fund helps ou…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

March 31, 2023 at 3:26 PM

Trans People Deserve Joy and Safety!

Hi John,  Today is Transgender Day of Visibility, an international event dedicated to celebrating the power and successes of transgender people.  2023 has been a heartbreaking year for the transgender community in state legislatures — especially for trans youth. In the spirit of Transgender Day of V…

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  Equality Federation · [email protected]

March 2, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Catalyzing Equality with State-Based Leadership

Hi John, As you know, legislative sessions have begun in the majority of states. We are seeing anti-equality politicians attack LGBTQ+ people, particularly transgender youth, through new bills that seek to achieve the same goal: exploit our differences to hold onto power. Having trouble viewing th…

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  Mel King · [email protected]

February 14, 2023 at 7:35 PM

Love Makes Us Strong

Hi John,  It’s Valentine’s Day, and LGBTQ+ people and families across the country are facing outrageous attacks on love and bodily autonomy. We are just 6 weeks into 2023, and there are already more anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced this year than any year before.   We love our LGBTQ+ communities. That’s…

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  Fran Hutchins · [email protected]

January 26, 2023 at 4:06 PM

Tracking anti-LGBTQ+ efforts

Hi John,  And just like that, legislative sessions have begun in the majority of states. We are already seeing anti-equality politicians attack LGBTQ+ people, particularly transgender youth, through new bills that seek to achieve the same goal: exploit our differences to hold onto power.  They seek…

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  Joellyn Wilken Weingourt · [email protected]

January 18, 2023 at 3:45 PM

John, how are you caring for yourself this week?

Hi John,  We’re all together in this shared vision of a more equal and vibrant America for all. A simple act of care that you can take today – creating a free estate plan – will validate your wishes and protect your loved ones for a lifetime. Last week, I shared an estate planning resource from our…

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  Joellyn Wilken Weingourt · [email protected]

January 12, 2023 at 2:45 PM

John, an act of care you can make today

Hi John,  Passionate supporters like you have helped shape Equality Federation into what we are today. We’ve built a robust state-based advocacy infrastructure advancing our community because leaders like you show up for our rights. In gratitude for your efforts, I’ve been thinking about how Equali…

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