Community Impact Archives - The Our Fund Foundation

Walking Beside, Not Ahead: My Journey Supporting South Florida’s Trans Community | Opinion

About three years ago, I was approached by The Our Fund Foundation with an unexpected invitation. According to CEO David Jobin, I was the “most perfect person” to help launch

Community Impact, Trans OpEds

Behind the Uniform: My Journey Through Gender, Grief, and the True Meaning of Masculinity | Opinion

As a 10-year Army veteran, the majority of my growing-up years were spent in the military. The year 2016 was my first year on testosterone and also my last full

Community Impact, Trans OpEds

My Educational Journey | Opinion

When I was a little kid, I was unapologetically curious and colorfully authentic until I was told to dim my feminine light. I was that nerdy kid who excelled in

Community Impact, Press Release

The Our Fund Foundation Increases Annual Distribution to Support LGBTQ Agencies Amid Growing Government Cutbacks

WILTON MANORS, FL, (June 17, 2025) – In response to increasing political attacks on LGBTQ rights and growing funding restrictions targeting LGBTQ-serving agencies, The Our Fund Foundation announced today that

Community Impact, Trans OpEds

Living Unapologetically | Opinion

I have always lived my life unapologetically; first “Gay & Proud,” and then, “Trans & Proud.” I am still proud, but now I am more afraid than ever. Trans rights

Community Impact, Trans OpEds

The World is Quickly Moving Backwards | Opinion

Growing up in the ’80s and ’90s in Liberty City as a Black Transwoman was challenging. At the time, there were no role models, no media representation, and no organizations

Community Impact, Ways to Give

The Our Fund Foundation Launches The Pillars Fund to Strengthen LGBTQ Organizations in South Florida

WILTON MANORS (May 21, 2025) — As it enters its 15th year, The Our Fund Foundation proudly announces the launch of The Pillars Fund, a bold new initiative created to

Community Impact, Trans OpEds

Remembering Our Roots: Why Excluding Trans People Ignore Our Shared History | Opinion

Before marriage equality. Before many cisgender, heterosexual people could openly acknowledge a gay or lesbian relative or coworker.

Community Impact, Grant Awards

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Ten nonprofits awarded grants totaling $360,000 in Broward to support LGBTQ+ Community

In a move to bolster LGBTQ+ rights and equality in South Florida, The Our Fund Foundation and the Community Foundation of Broward have teamed up to award $360,000 in grants

Community Impact, Press Release

The Our Fund Foundation’s Mark Blaylock Wins South Florida Business Journal’s 2025 Chief Financial Officer Award

Our Fund Leadership (L to R) Ted Vasquez (Finance Director), David Jobin (CEO), and Mark Blaylock (CFO) WILTON MANORS (February 5, 2025) – R. Mark Blaylock, The Our Fund Foundation’s