Help Save Harvard's Lavender Graduation

Each spring, commencement marks a powerful milestone in the lives of Harvard graduates. Lavender Graduation is the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of LGBTQ graduates, along with their peers, embraced by a loving community.

This year, they need our support. In a last-minute decision, the University has canceled all affinity group celebrations. LGBTQ graduates are left abandoned.

But we are stepping in! In partnership with the Open Gate Foundation, we are launching a fundraising drive to provide LGBTQ Harvard graduates with a Lavender Graduation worthy of their ideals and aspirations.

In partnership with the Open Gate, we are raising $20,000 by May 16 to provide a fund that will support Harvard’s Lavender Graduation.

With your help, we can show these students—and their families—that their achievements are seen, valued, and celebrated.

Please join us in honoring the Class of 2025 with a gift of $100, $50, $25 or whatever amount feels right.

Make a secure, tax-deductible donation today. If you prefer to send a check, visit Open Gate or email them at opengate@hgsc.org