The Astraea Lesbian Foundation For Justice works for social, racial and economic justice in the U.S. and internationally. Our grantmaking and philanthropic advocacy programs help lesbians and allied communities challenge oppression and claim their human rights.

In pursuing our mission, we:

Raise and disburse funds to programs and initiatives that directly benefit or serve our diverse constituencies.

Expand the community of individuals and institutions that support lesbian issues.

Promote community-building, capacity building, and movement-building.

Educate individuals about money, philanthropic giving, and the role of grantmaking in achieving common goals.

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Our mission is based is on an enduring commitment to feminism, progressive social change and an end to all forms of exploitation and discrimination. We support programs and policies that strive to eliminate oppression based on race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, economic exploitation, physical and mental ability, anti-Semitism, and other such factors. Only through action will we build a world of peace and justice for lesbians, and for society as a whole.

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