Gay Help Wanted: Gill Foundation Deputy Director of OutGiving

Founded in 1994 by software entrepreneur Tim Gill, the Gill Foundation is one of the nation’s largest funders of efforts to secure full equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people.

Since 1996, Gill Foundation has fostered a passionate and committed donor network known as OutGiving, whose generosity has driven significant progress on the march toward equality. The hallmark of the OutGiving network is the biennial, invitation-only OutGiving Conference. It brings together major donors and institutional funders – both LGBTQ and allies – in a private setting to connect, learn, and exchange ideas on ways to advance equality through strategic and intentional philanthropy.

The Gill Foundation is looking for a talented, major donor fundraiser to educate, inspire, and grow the OutGiving network. The Deputy Director of OutGiving is a truly unique position to advise like-minded philanthropists on behalf of the nation’s leading funder of efforts to secure full equality for LGBTQ Americans.

The Deputy Director of OutGiving will report directly to and work closely with the Vice President of Partnerships. They will be charged with identifying new LGBTQ and allied donors to increase funding for LGBTQ equality. Responsibilities will include in-person donor cultivation, organizing donor events, prospect and data management, and developing inspiring communications.

New National Park Service Theme Study to Interpret, Commemorate Sites Related to LGBT History

Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell today announced a new theme study, as part of the National Park Service Heritage Initiative that will identify places and events associated with the story of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Americans for inclusion in the parks and programs of the agency.

The theme study is part of a broader initiative under the Obama Administration to ensure that the National Park Service reflects and tells a more complete story of the people and events responsible for building this nation. The National Park Service has ongoing heritage initiatives to commemorate minorities and women who have made significant contributions to our nation’s history and culture, including studies related to the history of Latinos, women, and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Secretary Jewell made the announcement outside the Stonewall Inn in New York City, the site of a riot in 1969 that is widely recognized as a catalyst for the modern civil rights movement in the LGBT community. It is currently the only LGBT-associated site that has been designated a national historic landmark by the National Park Service as a property having extraordinary significance in American history.

“We know that there are other sites, like Stonewall Inn, that have played important roles in our nation’s ongoing struggle for civil rights,” said Jewell. “The contributions of women, minorities and members of the LGBT community have been historically underrepresented in the National Park Service, and the LGBT theme study will help ensure that we understand, commemorate and share these key chapters in our nation’s complex and diverse history.”

Gay Help Wanted: Donor Resources Officer at Gill Foundation

Gill Foundation, one of the nation’s largest funders of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) civil rights work, seeks an experienced fundraising professional to engage and cultivate individual donors and institutional funders who support philanthropic causes that advance equality for LGBT Americans. Reporting to the Vice President for Donor Resources, the position manages assigned elements of the Donor Resources program in the furtherance of these objectives, with a particular emphasis on the engagement of individual donors. 

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Gay Help Wanted: Donor Resources Officer for The Gill Foundation

Gill Foundation, one of the nation’s largest funders of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) civil rights work, seeks an experienced fundraising professional to engage and cultivate individual donors and institutional funders who support philanthropic causes that advance equality for LGBT Americans. Click here for more information or to apply.

Gill Foundation releases 2011 Annual Report

Click here to see the just released 2011 Annual Report from the Gill Foundation featuring the foundation's take on some of the biggest LGBT issues of the year.

Jobs: Program Officer at The Gill Foundation

Hey job hunters, the Gill Foundation is looking for a Program Officer. 

 

This position reports to the Director, Policy Advocacy Programs and serves as one of the program officers for a strategic grant portfolio of approximately $1 million to $3 million. The portfolio is focused on state-based policy work on LGBT issues, and includes collaborative grant making programs with other institutional funders. This position will also serve as one of the program officers for either (1) strategic initiatives working with African American communities or (2) allied organizations and institutions such as schools.
 

The application deadline is January 7, 2011 and the full job description can be seen here.

Season's Greetings From the Gill Foundation

Check out this fabulous video Christmas card from The Gill Foundation starring 'Sex in the City's' Mario Cantone.

December 8 is Colorado Gives Day

Dec. 8 is Colorado Gives Day, and for 24 hours starting at 12:01 a.m. that day, donations made through GivingFirst.org will get a boost from a special Incentive Fund that will increase the value of your gift.

In addition, the Gill Foundation will also match your donation, making your dollars stretch even further. To learn more and to donate, click here.

Gill Foundation to gay community: Get Busy Winning

The LGBT community won key election victories this year, including the election of more than 100 openly LGBT candidates across the country, writes Bill Smith, deputy executive director of the Gill Action Fund, for Advocate.com. 

Smith advises the gay community to continue to fight for equality saying, "For those who have been panicking about this month's election returns, take a deep breath. Rumors of our demise have been greatly exaggerated."

Colorado Gives Day: 24 Hours to Give Where You Live

Howard Dental Center is joining GivingFirst.org and other Colorado charities in the goal of raising $1,000,000 in one day as part of Colorado Gives Day on Wednesday, December 8. Howard Dental Center is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization providing the full range of oral health care for adults, youth and children living with HIV/AIDS.

In these difficult times, Howard Dental Center needs the support of the community more than ever. Giving online is quick and easy and 100 percent of your donation goes to charity with very donation received on Dec. 8 will be boosted in value by FirstBank and any new or increase in a previous donation to be matched by the Gill Foundation.

Gill Foundation releases 2009 Annual Report

In 2009, the Gill Foundation awarded more than $9.5 million in grants, maintaining their level of giving despite a 30 percent drop in assets.

Bold actions move the country toward full equality. For example, last year, North Carolina became the first state in the South to adopt LGBT-inclusive anti-bullying protections. Watch the remarkable story of the Equality North Carolina Foundation and read about other inspiring examples of leadership in the Gill Foundation's 2009 Annual Report.

Fred Sainz joins HRC from Gill Foundation

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)today announced the appointment of local resident Fred Sainz (left) to the newly created position of Vice President of Communications & Marketing which reports directly to the president.

"In this rapidly changing and often volatile political environment, HRC must continue to both prod and persuade in our mission to improve the lives of LGBT people across the country," said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. "And often a key component in changing hearts and minds or moving recalcitrant elected officials is an aggressive and creative communications strategy. In addition to his broad professional skills, Fred Sainz brings deep political instincts and a commitment to LGBT equality that will enhance our work. We're thrilled to have him join our senior team."

A first-generation Cuban American, Sainz has been Vice President of Communications & Marketing of the Denver-based Gill Foundation for the last two years.

"I am honored to join the first-rate team of professionals at HRC who have done so much to move an LGBT equality agenda forward," said Sainz. "HRC is the pinnacle of LGBT activism, but we must move mountains in a volatile time, both in Washington and across the country, and communicating our agenda effectively and creatively will be critical to our success."

A message from Tim Gill about marriage equality

In a statement released today about marriage equality and the Gill Foundation's newly redesigned website, Tim Gill writes, "Only five percent of Americans live in states that extend marriage to same-sex couples. Contrast that number with the fact that 50 percent of Americans say they support marriage equality.

Personal stories often make a tremendous difference in changing attitudes and laws. That’s why the newly redesigned Gill Foundation’s website features the story of Stephanie and Mary Evans-McFarland, an Iowa couple that married following the historic decision of that state’s Supreme Court. Take a look at their story. Pass it along. And do whatever you can to support marriage equality."

The Business of Change

The Gill Foundation and Weber Shandwick have released “Business of Change,” a resource guide focused on corporate-nonprofit collaboration to promote equality for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. The 104-page guide is available free for download from either organization's website and is a first-of-its-kind collection of best practices with actionable and practical ideas to help nonprofits and corporations advance LGBT equality.

“Given the rapidly changing dynamic between the private and public sectors, we hope to challenge both nonprofits and corporations to seize opportunities to drive change on LGBT initiatives,” says Patricia Evert, Gill Foundation’s vice president of Donor Resources. “Taking action and partnering together is not just the right thing to do, it is the smart thing to do.”

“Weber Shandwick believes in the power of collaboration between nonprofits and corporations. We’re proud to author Business of Change with the Gill Foundation, and hope this unique publication empowers organizations to develop more effective partnerships to promote LGBT equality,” said Chad Boettcher, Weber Shandwick’s senior vice president of Social Innovation.

Gill Foundation releases annual report

The Gill Foundation is an advocate for LGBT equality and has invested 15 years and $96 million dollars in the fight for gay rights.

Click here to read their recently released annual report and to to check out an interactive timeline of the foundation's history.

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Gill Foundation issues $25,000 matching grant

The Gill Foundation has issued a $25,000 matching grant to the Pride Center. Visit www.YourPrideCenter.org to pledge a donation and have your gift matched today.

Pledge your support to the Pride Center

The Gill Foundation has issued a $25,000 matching grant to the Pride Center. Visit www.YourPrideCenter.org to have your gift matched today.

Fred Sainz joins Gill Foundation as Director of Communications/Marketing

The Gill Foundation announced recently the hire of Fred Sainz as the director of communications/marketing. Fred, who is currently the director of communications and press secretary to Mayor Jerry Sanders of San Diego, will officially join the foundation on August 18.

The Gill Foundation, established in 1994 by software entrepreneur Tim Gill, seeks to secure equal opportunity for all people regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. The Gill Foundation is one of the nation’s largest funders focusing primarily on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender civil rights.

As the foundation’s communications/marketing director, Fred will be responsible for leading all internal and external communication efforts for the Gill Foundation and the Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado.

“Fred has an impressive leadership history. His expertise in the areas of public relations, marketing, and public policy will be a true asset to the foundation,” said Gill Foundation executive director Tim Sweeney.

Prior to joining the Mayor’s office, Fred served as the vice president of public affairs for the San Diego Convention Center Corporation. He has also held leadership positions with the Waitt Family Foundation, the 1996 Republican National Convention, and the National Republican Senatorial Committee.

Fred has served as the chair of AIDS Walk San Diego and as a board member of the San Diego LGBT Center.

“Advancing equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people is an objective close to my heart. I am looking forward to having the opportunity to play a role in the Gill Foundation’s work,” said Fred Sainz.

Fred and his partner, Mike Tipton, will be relocating to Denver.