These days it may seem like there’s more work to do than ever to solidify LGBTQ+ rights and equality. You might be feeling overwhelmed at the thought of supporting so many causes, but luckily there’s an easy way to make your voice heard. By shopping! It’s like the easiest thing to do and you get all new stuff!
GLSEN – Rise Up Bracelet
GLSEN is a nonprofit that works to promote LGBTQ+ advocacy and inclusion in education. In response to recent legislation that threatens the livelihoods of LGBTQ+ youth, GLSEN is asking supporters to take the Rise Up pledge.
Show your support for the children with a very trendy Rise Up Bracelet, preferably in the bold fluorescent rainbow thread. If you’re gonna show support, show it loud.
ACT UP – Iconic “Silence = Death” T-Shirt
Aside from a rainbow flag, no symbol is more iconic of queerness than the pink triangle. In 1987, gay activists in New York plastered the city with posters featuring this message in an effort to protest injustice and governmental indifference during the AIDS crisis. Today, ACT UP fights to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic. You can support the cause and look damn cool by shopping this iconic tee.
HRC – Seed Bead Stretch Wristband
Ask the kids, beaded bracelets are very in right now. Grab one in every color to create a rainbow stack to show your pride and support HRC’s fight for LGBTQ equality.
100% of your purchase goes toward HRC’s fight for LGBTQ equality, and it’ll make you an active member of the organization.
Matthew Shepard Foundation – Erase Hate Clack Fan
When you’re in the club, yeah be clackin’ that. With an Erase Hate fan, you’ll keep cool while supporting the Matthew Shepard Foundation’s online and offline programming. The organization works to amplify the story of Matthew Shepard, raise awareness of anti-violence, and promote the dignity and equality of all people.
PFLAG – Pet Bandana
Let your pup show off their support in style! Through their network of local chapters, PFLAG works to support, educate, and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and those who love them.
Shop for the cause, my friends. Is there an LGBTQ+ organization that you’re proud to support? Let’s chat about it!
