Island Queers and Allies Who Care

Island Queers and Allies Who Care is an incorporated, not-for-profit, charitable organization.

We exclusively fund 2SLGBTQIA+ projects and queer friendly initiatives on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and Discovery Islands.

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Supporting Island Queer Communities

Together with our allies, we raise funds to help groups and projects that benefit local queer communities.

This is our way of giving back and paying kindness forward so queer and queer-friendly organisations can start, thrive and grow.

Donate

An anonymous donor has agreed to match donations of up to $2000 each quarter!

Become one of the many donors helping support local queer community initiatives.

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Apply for funding

Spring funding applications open on May 15, 2025.

You can learn all about eligibility and the application process by clicking the button below.