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The L-FUND, A Lesbian Philanthropic Group, founded in 2012, serving Lesbians in financial need.

The L-Fund assists Lesbians in the Coachella Valley to resolve short-term financial crises, unlike traditional social service or financial aid agencies that deal with long-term assistance.

The L-Fund’s established reserve account often allows them to respond to a request within 24 to 48 hours. “This is the only Lesbian organization in the valley to provide immediate financial relief in an emergency situation,” says L-Fund’s President, Barbara Carpenter. The emotional outpouring from gift recipients creates a sense of community that inspires the Core Group, co-founders and president to do more.

Mission Statement:
The mission of the L-Fund is to provide resources to lesbians in crisis, to empower lesbians through education, and to celebrate lesbians in community. The L-Fund empowers lesbians in the areas of education and financial assistance.

Vision Statement:
The L-Fund envisions a future in which members of the Lesbian community will have a reliable resource for emergency financial assistance.