Ally Support Isn’t Silent: Give Loud. Give Proud. Give a Dollar.

Pride isn’t just a month. It’s a movement powered by love, lifted by courage, and strengthened by support. And, in that movement, allies play a vital role. Whether you're a parent, a teacher, a colleague, or a friend, your voice matters. Support isn’t silent; it’s loud, it’s proud, and sometimes, it’s just one dollar away from making a real difference.

Being an ally is more than waving a rainbow flag once a year. It’s about actively standing beside LGBTQ+ individuals and communities every day. It’s listening without judgment. It’s speaking up against hate. It’s amplifying queer voices and advocating for equal rights at work, in schools, in legislation, and beyond.

Allyship means acknowledging that we all have a role to play in building a world where everyone can thrive as their authentic selves. It's an ongoing commitment to learning, unlearning, and supporting.

Why Allyship Matters

Historically, change has been driven not only by those directly impacted, but by coalitions of people willing to take a stand. Your presence at Pride, your support in conversations, and your challenge to the status quo help shape a more inclusive society.

Right now, the LGBTQ+ community needs allies more than ever. With anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and legislation on the rise, visible, vocal support sends a powerful message to the community: You are seen. You are championed. You are valued.

This support is especially critical in fields where LGBTQ+ representation still lags. LGBTQ+ individuals in the U.S. are about 17–21% less represented in the STEM workforce compared to their non-LGBTQ+ counterparts. That gap isn’t just about numbers, it’s about missed opportunities, lost talent, and systemic barriers. Your advocacy helps create the inclusive spaces that allow queer people to thrive in every field, from science labs to tech startups.

Give Loud. Give Proud. Give a Dollar.

Support doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. This Pride season, we’re asking allies everywhere to stand up and show up in a simple, powerful way: Give $1.

One dollar might not seem like much, but when it joins thousands of others, it becomes a chorus of solidarity. It helps fund LGBTQ+ mentorships, career development workshops, educational grants, and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ voices.

So whether you're already a fierce advocate or just beginning your ally journey, this is your moment to lean in and fund the future.

Be loud. Be proud. Be the support that changes lives.

Learn more and donate at https://www.pathslgbtq.org/keepstemgay