Giving Tuesday - A Message from Rev. Dr. Ben

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Dear Friends,

It’s Giving Tuesday, and I’m writing to you first thing this morning because this matters to me more than I can fully express.

I’ve recorded a video for you. In it, I talk about what LOVEboldly means to me—not just as Executive Director, but as a Queer person of faith who grew up in the church, who knows what it’s like to wonder if God could really love someone like me.

And this is my dream job. This work—creating spaces where LGBTQIA+ Christians don’t just survive but flourish—is what I’m meant to do. It’s what God has called me to do. And right now, in this particular moment, it’s never been more important.

Here’s where we are: We’ve raised 13% of our $10,000 goal. That means we still need $8,690 by December 31st.

I won’t sugarcoat it—LOVEboldly is in a challenging moment. But I believe deeply in this mission. I believe in the Fellows Program that equips leaders. I believe in the resources that change churches. I believe in the community we’re building for LGBTQIA+ people of faith who need to know they belong.

And I believe in you.

Today—right now—I’m asking you to give.

Think about the queer kids sitting in church pews this Sunday, wondering if they’re broken. Think about the parents trying to reconcile their faith with their love for their LGBTQ child. Think about the pastors who want to create affirming spaces but don’t know where to start.

Your gift today reaches all of them.

Three ways to support LOVEboldly on Giving Tuesday:

1. Make a one-time gift and help us close the gap on our $10,000 goal

2. Start a monthly donation of $10, $25, or $50 to provide year-round stability

3. Share this email and our campaign with anyone who cares about LGBTQIA+ inclusion in faith

We have until December 31st, but today sets the tone for everything. Today tells us whether we can count on this community to show up when it matters most.

I’m showing up. Will you?

DONATE NOW

With hope and urgency,

Ben +

Rev. Dr. Ben Huelskamp

Executive Director, LOVEboldly

P.S. Monthly donors are our lifeline. Even $10/month gives us the sustainable support we need to plan ahead and expand our impact. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to become a monthly donor, today is that day. Become a monthly donor by clicking here.