Investing in Our Leaders

You invest your time. We invest in you.

Sponsored memberships available for Queer Philanthropy Circle

Are you passionate about supporting accessibility, opportunity, and empowerment for all? Are you eager to make a difference at IU and beyond? Add your voice to the Queer Philanthropy Circle (QPC)!

Expanding access to opportunities across all IU campuses is an essential part of the QPC’s mission. Through the Investing in Our Leaders Program, we sponsor a limited number of memberships for individuals who are qualified in every way, but for whom a $5,000 annual gift (the minimum for active membership) to the QPC Initiatives Fund presents a barrier to participation.

QPC Investing in Our Leaders Program

Philanthropy comes in many forms. As part of the Queer Philanthropy Circle, your vision, leadership, and ideas can help make a difference in people’s lives. Apply now for a confidential sponsored membership.

Your benefits

  • Receive complimentary active membership with voting privileges in the Queer Philanthropy Circle.
  • Gain board volunteer experience, networking opportunities, and a deeper connection with IU.
  • Work with a group of passionate donors and leaders dedicated to supporting the people and programs important to you.

Your commitments

  • Serve a three-year term as an active member of the QPC.
  • Attend three business meetings annually (in person or virtually).
  • Participate in at least one QPC committee.

At the end of your term of service, continued membership opportunities may be discussed. Financial and time commitments of membership beyond the duration of the program will become your responsibility.

How to apply

Complete the QPC Investing In Our Leaders Program application form. You must also upload your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) and a personal statement of 500 words or less.

Annual application deadline is May 1 with membership terms beginning July 1.

Apply now

For more information, contact the IU Foundation Affinity Giving team at 812-856-5373 or affingiv@iu.edu.