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Find similar grantsYouth Empowerment And Self-Sufficiency (YESS) Community Grant is sponsored by Mayor's Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs (MOLGBTQA) (Washington, D. C.) This grant provides funding to programs that offer targeted services and resources to Washington D.
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Mayor’s Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs | Mayors Office of Community Affairs Mayor’s Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs Connect LGBTQ+ residents with the city services they may need. Advocate on behalf of programs and policies that benefit the lives of LGBTQ+ residents.
Provide grants to community based organizations who serve the LGBTQ+ community and LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. Host events that enrich, promote, and bring together the LGBTQ+ community of the District. Complete our Intake Form .
Mayor’s Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs Japer proudly serves and advocates for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies as the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Affairs, in the Mayor Muriel E. Bowser administration.
With a background as a former elected official and accomplished public affairs professional, Japer leads a dedicated team to serve the nation’s largest LGBTQIA+ community, per capita and over 300 LGBTQIA+ programs and organizations.
Since Japer's appointment, the office has become the largest LGBTQIA+ community affairs agency in the nation–tripling its budget, doubling its staff, and serving over 25,000 residents annually through the grants program. MOLGBTQA is also the largest local LGBTQIA+ dedicated funding organization in the DC region, administering more than $1,000,000 annually.
Before joining the Bowser Administration, Japer co-founded and led the DC LGBTQ+ Budget Coalition, securing over $10,000,000 in investments for the community, including the Trans workforce initiative, LGBTQIA+ low-barrier shelter, and the LGBTQIA+ Community Center. In the private sector at Stateside, he served as a Legislative Manager, providing counsel to Fortune 500 companies and the US Military on state legislative processes.
Japer's public service journey began in the Missouri General Assembly, where he served as the Legislative Assistant for the Chairman of the Special Committee on Urban Issues. His commitment to community service includes re-election as Commissioner of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1C07, founding the ANC Rainbow Caucus, and holding positions in the DC Democratic State Committee.
Beyond his professional life, Japer enjoys baking and cooking with his husband, Nick, and spending quality time with their two cats. View the Mayor’s Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs' organizational chart.
Learn more about our services Learn more about Community Affairs Boards and Commissions Mayor’s Office on LGBTQ Affairs FY 24 Community Grant Recipients LGBTQ+ Community Calendar The Mayor’s Office on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Affairs 899 North Capitol Street, NE Suite 7200 To understand the process before making a request, please see foia. dc. gov .
An administrative appeal is submitted to the Mayor. An administrative appeal may be submitted online via the DC government Public FOIA Portal. An appeal may also be submitted by mail or email.
The appeal must include a copy of the original request as well as a copy of the public body's written denial letter issued to you, if any. In addition, the appeal must include a written statement of the arguments, circumstances, or reasons in support of the information sought by your request.
The appeal letter must include "Freedom of Information Act Appeal" or "FOIA Appeal" in the subject line of the letter as well as marked on the outside of the envelope. You may direct a written appeal to: [email protected] Mayor’s Office of Legal Counsel 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW A copy of the appeal must be provided to the public body whose denial you are appealing. The appeal must be addressed to the public body’s FOIA Officer.
The FOIA Officer is the principal contact point within MOCA for advice and policy guidance on matters pertaining to the administration of the FOIA. All requests are handled professionally and expeditiously. MOCA’s FOIA Officer’s information is listed below.
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Youth Empowerment And Self-Sufficiency (YESS) Community Grant is funded by Mayor's Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs (MOLGBTQA) (Washington, D.C.). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in District of Columbia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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