STRIDE for PRIDE: The Ruth Ellis Legacy Walk

I wanted to do something to celebrate PRIDE, and also to bring greater awareness to some of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ young people. When I found out that LGBTQ+ young people, especially LGBTQ+ young people of color are disproportionately affected by homelessness, overly represented in the child welfare system, and living at the devastating intersection of inequities exacerbated not only by the COVID-19 pandemic, but the recent slew of legislative attacks against LGBTQ+ you, I knew I had to get involved!

STRIDE for PRIDE - The Ruth Ellis Legacy Walk is not just about raising money for an incredible cause, it is also about raising awareness about the challenges too many young people in our communities are facing. This walk is for them.

Below you will find a link to my campaign/fundraising page. I've set a pretty big goal, but I'm confident with your support I will reach it!

Check out my page and please consider making a donation to help me reach my goal of [Your Fundraiser's Goal Will Automatically Go Here].

Give today.

Hi [Donor Name],

Thank you so much for your generous donation to my STRIDE for PRIDE fundraising campaign for Ruth Ellis Center. Because of you, we'll be able to raise awareness around the critical issue of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness, and the funds necessary to sustain the important services at Ruth Ellis Center for years to come. You're not only helping me to reach my fundraising goal, but you're making a real difference for LGBTQ+ young people.

This is such a worthy cause and I'm proud that we're on the same team.

I'll keep you posted on our progress. In the meantime, I recommend that you check out Ruth Ellis Center. They're doing great work.

Thanks again for your donation!

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