Why the Visibility Impact Fund matters.
Bisexual+ people are vibrant and diverse but underrepresented in philanthropy. Having no seat at the table means that decisions are made without us in mind. The Visibility Impact Fund represents a sea of change in our ability to support each other and advocate for just systems.— Bisexual Resource Center
The Visibility Impact Fund has made a significant impact on the work of Bi+ Georgia. We have now had the opportunity to further meet our mission in creating a safe space for Bi+ people.... — Khafre Kujichagulia Abif, Founding member of Bi+ Georgia
[Rainbow Youth Center] is the only resource in Southwest Colorado serving Bi+ youth and families. The Visibility Impact Fund has enabled us to expand our reach … to uplift Bi+ youth voices, serve as the only Bi+ resource, and educate the community about the reality of Bi+ peoples incredible lives.— Jennifer Stucka-Benally, Executive Director and Co-Founder of 4 Corners Rainbow Youth Center
As a Black Bi+ woman, it is my honor, privilege and responsibility to #payitforward. The lack of resources dedicated to Bi+ issues, organizations and people is a problem we can fix. It feels good to be part of the solution by joining the giving circle at the Visibility impact Fund.— Kierra Johnson, Executive Director National LGBTQ Task Force
"We launched The Visibility Impact Fund because until dedicated funds are intentionally spent to address the unique needs of bisexual communities, LGBTQ equality will never truly be realized." — Neil Aasve, VIF Founder
"We often hear about resource scarcity, how there isn’t enough funding to go around, maybe next year. But the bisexual+ community is so rich! We’re rich in diversity, rich in culture, and yes, rich in resources. I am so proud to be a member of the Visibility Fund and to help leverage that richness within our community" — Heron Greensmith
"I was excited to join the leadership committee for Visibility Impact because funding is the major limiting factor for bi+ orgs to thrive. LGBTQ+ giving barely acknowledges bi+ needs, and now we can support ourselves. We deserve better, and now we can band together to build the better future we deserve." — Belle
“Not having to justify our existence and value as Bi+ organizers was a huge deal. When applying to VIF we could get right to talking about the work we needed to get done, not why we need to do the work in the first place.”— River McMican, Board Member, Bisexual Resource Center
I believe our shared challenge as bi+ people is that we are invisible in this binary culture, and thus too easy to erase. This is exactly what The Visibility Impact Fund is working to change.” —William Burleson, Leadership Team
“I’m a member of VIF because I know my contribution is part of something bigger. By combining our resources, VIF members can empower bi+ organizations and the entire bi community to thrive.” — Meg Weireter, VIF member