Pride Auction - CLOSED NOW!
The auction is now closed, and we want to express our deepest gratitude to our incredible donors. Your generous contributions have been vital in supporting leadership, research, and education initiatives that empower LGBTQ+ tourism. With your support, our fundraising event has become an extraordinary success. Your commitment has added excitement and played a crucial role in fostering a more inclusive and accepting world. Thank you for helping us create a meaningful impact this Pride month!
Why is it important?
By participating in our online auction, you will showcase your support for a more inclusive world where LGBTQ+ travelers can feel safe, welcome, and empowered to explore the world. Your support will directly contribute to the advancement of LGBTQ+ tourism and make a lasting impact on creating a more diverse and accepting travel landscape.
Funds Raised Support:
The funds raised during the auction will support the following IGLTA Foundation programs:
- Developing Future Tourism Leaders: Through our Fellowship Program, we provide Global Convention registrations (including travel) for LGBTQ+ young professionals, students, and small business owners in the tourism/hospitality industry, helping them gain valuable knowledge and connections.
- Supporting Emerging Destinations: We subsidize association memberships for small LGBTQ+ run tourism businesses in destinations where the LGBTQ+ community faces cultural challenges or lacks governmental support, empowering them to thrive.
- Research: We gather global research and data on LGBTQ+ tourism habits to assist our members with strategic planning, enabling them to grow their businesses with data-driven insights.
About the IGLTA Foundation
The IGLTA Foundation empowers LGBTQ+ welcoming tourism businesses globally through leadership, research and education. Founded in 2012, the foundation is the 501(c)3 public charity subsidiary of IGLTA and supports initiatives for industry organizations, leaders and communities to advance LGBTQ+ travel around the world.