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Program · Business

Business support for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs.

For LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs with a concept, some foundational work, and the drive to build. We provide agency-quality business support to the teams we select.

Accepting interest forms · Full program launches 2027Apply now ↓

What we offer

Services we provide

  • 01Business formation (LLC, EIN, operating agreements)
  • 02Branding and visual identity
  • 03Website design and development
  • 04Marketing strategy and paid advertising
  • 05Financial literacy and bookkeeping education
  • 06Mentorship and 1:1 strategy
  • 07Ongoing website and content support

Who this is for

Anyone building something

LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs at any stage.

Solo founders, partners, and small teams welcome.

We look for applicants with a real concept, some foundational work done, and the drive to see it through.

Selection

Applying does not guarantee support.

We review every submission carefully. Our team evaluates concept viability, foundational work completed, readiness to execute, and fit with the resources we have to offer.

Not every applicant is accepted, and not every accepted applicant receives every service we provide. What we promise is a careful review and an honest follow-up, either way.

How it works

01

Submit your interest form below.

Takes about ten minutes. No wrong answers.

02

We review every submission and match you with the resources we can offer now.

Our team reads every form. We don't use an automated sorting system.

03

We stay with you from application through first outcome.

This isn't a referral program. We're in it with you.

Common questions

What people ask

a.

Is there any cost?

For applicants we accept into the program, no. The Gaygency Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the services we provide come at no charge to the people we support. Our work is funded by donors and corporate partners.

b.

What business stage do I need to be at?

Any stage. Idea, pre-launch, or already running. We work with people at the beginning and people who have been at it for years.

c.

What's the time commitment?

It depends on what you apply for. A one-off brand sprint is a few hours; a full program is several months. We work around your schedule.

d.

When does the full program launch?

2027. We're taking interest forms now so we can match people to resources in the meantime and have a pipeline ready at launch.

e.

Can I apply if I'm not in the U.S.?

Our current program is U.S.-focused for legal and tax reasons. Reach out anyway — we may be able to help informally.

Apply

Interest form

Your information stays with Foundation staff. We never share or sell your data. Privacy Policy.

01

About you

Optional

E.g. Brooklyn, NY

Optional — share only if you'd like

02

About your business

Leave business name blank if you haven't named it yet.

Optional

Business stage
Team size
Monthly revenue

Up to 280 characters

Optional — enter 'none yet' if you don't have one

03

What you need

Type of support

Select all that apply

50–500 characters. No judgment — just tell us where you're at.

0 / 500

Up to 280 characters

04

Referral + consent

Optional

Consent to feature your story publicly

If selected as a success story, would you allow us to share it?

Not sure if this is for you? Email programs@thegaygencyfoundation.org with your questions. We reply within 3 business days.