Grants
Our Grants
It is our honor to help our fellow San Diegans through our grant program. Below are some of our grant recipients throughout the years. To protect their privacy, first and last names may not be displayed.
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PFLAG/San Diego 2010
PFLAG/San Diego 2010
Donation made for the PFLAG Rob Benzon Scholarship Fund which is awarded to a bisexual, transgender, lesbian or gay student planning to attend a post-secondary educational institution. The recipient this year was Nicole Levin who is pursuing degrees in Nursing and International Security and Conflict Resolution with a minor in Public Health at San Diego State University. Nicole’s career goal is healthcare advocacy, especially with refugee populations, since she is herself an American expatriate. She has been active in LGBT issues in Slovenia, Australia and California. Her letter of recommendation mentions her character and determination in creating a position for herself as the sole English-speaking editor for a subgroup of the UN Development Program in Ukraine.
Donation made in March 2010
Christopher
Christopher
Christopher escaped a house fire with his life and his dog – and nothing else. Christopher had no fire insurance and lost everything. RBF provided funds within 12 hours of learning of the tragedy to help Christopher get emergency clothing, toiletries, and shelter. We also helped Christopher replace his mobile phone so he could contact friends and family.
Donation made in March 2010
Chris F.
Chris F.
Chris is a self-employed contractor who was hospitalized for several days for a very serious condition. Chris has no health insurance and as a self-employed person lost his income while unable to work. RBF paid one month’s rent to keep him from losing his housing.
Donation made in February 2010
30 Local Families via The Center
30 Local Families via The Center
RBF responded to a call for assistance for 30 local families in distress who had been screened by The Center. RBF provided gift cards for food and medicine for 30 local families.
Donation made in December 2008
Scott Carlson Thanksgiving Dinner
Scott Carlson Thanksgiving Dinner
RBF was glad to be able to again provide significant support for the annual Scott Carlson Thanksgiving Dinner. Started 21 years ago by Scott Carlson as a dinner for HIV/AIDS patients, the tradition of giving continues to provide a hot meal for those in need in our community on a day we earmark to give thanks. The dinner now includes people with cancer and other ailments, homeless people, and anyone needing a safe and inviting place to come together as a community on this holiday. More than 150 people benefited from this year’s annual dinner.
Donation made in November 2009
Jose S.
Jose S.
A young man who was the bread-winner for his family until he was laid off and then suffered a serious leg injury rendering without insurance and unable to work. RBF paid one month’s rent to keep him and his family from losing their housing.
Donation made in September 2009
Youth Housing Project
Youth Housing Project
The Youth Housing project provides 23 units of affordable, supportive housing for youth between 18-24 years of age, with a special focus on LGBTQ+ youth. These high-risk youth were living in the streets or in public spaces after having been ejected from their homes because of their sexual orientation. RBF Donated over $1700 from the Launch 2009 proceeds for this great cause through LGBT Pride.
Donation made in August 2009 | Click here for a note from the recipient
James H.
James H.
16 year old James suffered a severe injury in a BMX accident in March and is now a quadriplegic and needs constant care and 24 hour attention. After many months of grueling rehabilitation, he was ready to leave the facility and move back home with his mother Victoria. Prior to the move, Victoria had to remodel their bathroom to make it accessible. RBF paid several of the expenses to assist Victoria with the costs associated with remodeling their bathroom to make it accessible for James’s special needs.
Donation made in July 2009
UCSD Mobile Community AIDS Testing and Services
UCSD Mobile Community AIDS Testing and Services
RBF granted funds to support UCSD AIDS center mobile outreach providing AIDS testing and information to high risk populations in our community.
Donation made in April 2009
Charles G.
Charles G.
Charles is a young bartender who has no insurance and was diagnosed with very aggressive cancer. RBF was able to cover some critical living expenses for this community member.
Donation made in March 2009