History

Since 1996, LEAGUE Foundation has awarded 64 college scholarships totaling more than $105,000 to self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (GLBT) graduating US High School Students based on the following achievements: a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; significant involvement in community service; and acceptance to an accredited US college or university.

Originally, the Foundation began as a grass-roots organization with the generous support of LEAGUE Members (Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay and Transgender United Employees at AT&T). Through the years, however, the organization has grown into a national scholarship fund reaching all 50 states with support from corporations, individuals, and other GLBT organizations.

Statistics

• Received 501(c)(3) status from the IRS making the LEAGUE Foundation a Nationally recognized charity
• Received the support of the Matthew Shepard Foundation and Judy Shepard to create the MATTHEW SHEPARD SCHOLARSHIP in dedication to Matthew’s memory
• Offers the LAUREL HESTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP in conjunction with the NJ Lesbian and Gay Coalition
• Has received about 515 applications representing all 50 states
• Has awarded 64 Scholarships
• Distributed over $105,000 to deserving openly “Out” GLBT students going to college
• Has an endowment fund worth over $60,000
• Receives continued support from individuals, corporations and other GLBT organizations
• Distributes information to over 200 organizations and publications annually.
• Is listed with nationally recognized scholarship search engines to make it easier for students to obtain information and application forms
• Accepts donations of: automobile, real property, and other tangible assets