EMPOWERMENT
MICROGRANT PROGRAM
PROVIDING A PATHWAY TO FINANCIAL LIBERATION
QLN’s Empowerment Microgrant Program offers direct, no-strings-attached financial support to queer and trans individuals facing hardship. Through our General Assistance Fund, individuals can receive up to $550 annually to help cover urgent needs like medical costs, gas, or other essentials. Our Rental Assistance Fund has no cap, with payments made directly to landlords to ensure housing stability. By easing financial burdens, we help LGBTQIA2+ folx move toward greater security, independence, and empowerment.
Trans Lifeline Hotline at (877) 565-8860
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The Trevor Project (ages 13-24): Text START to 678678 or dial 1-866-488-7386
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LGBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
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Trans Lifeline Hotline at (877) 565-8860 | The Trevor Project (ages 13-24): Text START to 678678 or dial 1-866-488-7386 | LGBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564 |
GENERAL ASSISTANCE FUND
Our General Assistance Fund offers immediate financial relief for a range of everyday and emergency needs—covering essentials like groceries, prescriptions, gas, and car repairs, as well as healthcare costs such as therapy, doctor visits, and gender-affirming care. We also support expenses related to debt, emergency travel, pet care, and other critical moments when queer and trans individuals need a financial lifeline.
Applications Open in December 2025
RENTAL ASSISTANCE FUND
Queer and trans individuals experience housing insecurity at disproportionately high rates. Our Rental Assistance Fund offers direct financial support for housing-related needs—including rent, utilities, security deposits, and renter’s insurance—with payments made directly to landlords or service providers. This fund is designed to prevent displacement and create a more stable foundation for our community members to thrive.
Applications Open in December 2025
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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General Eligibility
Must identify as LGBTQIA2+
Must live in the United States
Must demonstrate financial need in the application
Must disclose any previous aid received from QLN
Restrictions
General Assistance Fund: Provides direct support to individuals. The maximum amount awarded is $550 per person, per calendar year.
Rental Assistance Fund: No set maximum; however, all funds are paid directly to the landlord or housing provider on behalf of the recipient.
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Applications for our Empowerment Microgrants are expected to open in December 2025—we can’t wait to support our community through this next chapter.
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The Empowerment Microgrant Program is fueled by grassroots donors, generous major gifts, foundation support, and community-driven fundraising.
We’re always seeking new partners to help us grow this work and expand our impact.
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Yes. The General Assistance Fund offers up to $550 per person each calendar year. The Rental Assistance Fund will max out at $1,000/month, but funds are paid directly to landlords.
Support depends on availability, and while we can’t guarantee aid for every request, we’re committed to helping as many community members as possible with the resources we have.
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