by RBDFF | Jun 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
Rob Benzon Memorial Scholarship On May 19, 2018, the Rob Benzon Foundation awarded two scholarships at the annual Launching Leaders PFLAG Scholarship Awards to two LGBTQ students pursuing higher education. The Rob Benzon Memorial Scholarships were awarded to: (1)...
by RBDFF | Jun 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
William V. The Foundation provided assistance with rent for an individual who is unable to work due to terminal COPD syndrome. Grant made in April 2018.
by RBDFF | Jun 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
Camp Erin The Foundation was able to support Camp Erin in partnership with the Center for Compassionate Care of the Elizabeth Hospice and part of network of free bereavement camps for children and teens ages 6 to 17 years of age who have experienced the death of...
by RBDFF | Jun 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
Leslie H. Assisted a member of our community with a terminal diagnosis of ALS with a six month supply of catheters needed for her care. Grant made in March 2018
by RBDFF | Jun 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
Tracie Jada O’Brien Transgender Youth Scholarships Two separate scholarships were presented to two trans students pursuing higher education at the Tracie Jada O’Brien Transgender Youth Scholarships Awards. These scholarships assist high-achieving trans students...
by RBDFF | Dec 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Heidi Heidi is an elderly woman that has been living with HIV for over 20 years and is now struggling with dementia. Earlier this year, Heidi was approached by a salesperson at a trolley stop that convinced her to sign up for a free “Obamaphone”. Heidi...
by RBDFF | Dec 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Interaction for Peace The Foundation funded a grant for Interaction for Peace, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, for Beyond Bullying – Awareness, Education, Action, their anti-bullying program in elementary and middle schools in San Diego County. Beyond Bullying –...
by RBDFF | Dec 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Sandra Sandra learned she was pregnant and soon afterward was the victim of domestic abuse when her husband almost strangled her to death. Her husband was subsequently arrested. Sandra now lives alone and is due to deliver her baby girl by C-section in...
by RBDFF | Dec 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Scott Carlson Community Thanksgiving Dinner The Rob Benzon Foundation has again answered the call to assist with costs of the annual Scott Carlson Community Thanksgiving Dinner held at the San Diego LGBT Community Center on Thanksgiving Day. Started in...
by RBDFF | Dec 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Nickey Nickey suffers from Lupus Nephritis that has affected her kidney function and has had to deal with advance kidney disease. She has had to endure a very rough road of aggressive treatment and it has been overwhelming for her. Unable to...
