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In America, it is estimated that up to 1.6 million youth are homeless each year and that up to 40% of them identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT). Yet, LGBT youth make up just 7% of the general youth population.
The True Colors Fund was founded in 2008 by Cyndi Lauper, Lisa Barbaris, and Jonny Podell to reduce that disproportionate percentage from 40% to none.
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In America, it is estimated that up to 1.6 million youth are homeless each year and that up to 40% of them identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT). Yet, LGBT youth make up just 7% of the general youth population.
The True Colors Fund was founded in 2008 by Cyndi Lauper, Lisa Barbaris, and Jonny Podell to reduce that disproportionate percentage from 40% to none.
The True Colors Fund is building a national movement to ensure that no young person is homeless as a result of their sexual orientation or gender identity – and that the programs meant to serve youth are safe, inclusive, and affirming for all.
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We do this in five key ways:
by Collaborating with service providers to create community-based solutions to homelessnessAdvocating within government for supportive services for all youth
Educating and engaging the public
Conducting groundbreaking research
Developing the leadership skills of young people so that they can be part of the solution.
