PFund Foundation is pleased to announce seven new sponsorships totaling $5,750 that will support a variety of queer-focused events across the region. As part of PFund’s mission of building equity across the Upper Midwest for queer people, we offer limited event sponsorship funds, which are awarded on a quarterly basis. For more information about PFund sponsorships and how to apply, please visit our event sponsorship page.

The amount and purpose of sponsorships funds awarded in quarter two of 2023 are as follows:

Dakota Pro Musica | Bismark, ND | $1,000
In support of a concert piece performance which tells the story of Matthew Shepard’s kidnapping and murder on October 6, 1998.

Bemidji Pride | Bemidji, MN | $500
In support of the annual festival to celebrate the queer, two-spirit, and allied communities in northern Minnesota.

City of Austin Human Rights Commission | Austin, MN | $500
In support of the commission’s efforts to produce a Pride event in Austin, Minnesota.

Dance TV Studios | St. Paul, MN | $1,000
In support of Dance TV, an original, live theatrical show with a mission of building community for LGBTQ+ individuals.

One Iowa | West Des Moines, IA | $1,250
In support of the One Iowa Midwest LGBTQ Health and Wellness Conference.

Grand Forks Pride | Grand Forks, ND | $1,000
In support of the 2023 Grand Forks Pride event.
 
Gender Justice | St. Paul, MN | $500
In support of the Gender Justice Brunch event.