Our Donations To LGBTQ+ Charities & Organizations
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To 2SLGBTQIA+ charities & community partners since June 2021
Last updated: May 13, 2026
We are deeply committed to empowering the LGBTQ+ community and fostering a more inclusive world for future generations. To further this mission, we are proud to donate a portion of our profits to local charities that share our vision.
As a queer-owned small business, we recognize that our contributions may be modest, but we are dedicated to growing and expanding our impact in the years to come. We believe that even small actions can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who face discrimination and marginalization.
Thank you for joining us on this journey and for supporting our efforts to create a brighter, more equitable future for all.
Charity Pins
We are pleased to offer a collection of charity pins, thoughtfully designed to demonstrate solidarity with specific issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. We donate 100% of profits from these pins to the partner organisations listed below.
Each year, we tally the proceeds from sales of these pins and pay out our donations annually to each partner.
Day of Silence Enamel Pin — GLSEN
Donations are made to GLSEN to raise awareness on the harmful effects of harassment and discrimination of LGBTQ people in schools.
Support Queer Art Enamel Pin — Out on Screen
Donations are made to Out on Screen to aid them in continuing to be one of the world's leading platforms for Queer art and artists.
Can't Change Us Enamel Pin — CBRC
Donations from May 1, 2023 onwards are made to CBRC for the work of ending conversion practices/SOGIECE in Canada.
Donations prior to May 1, 2023 were made to BCCDC Foundation to support the survivors of conversion therapy and fuel action to stop the abuse.
A Home for Everyone Enamel Pin — Covenant House Vancouver
Donations from May 1, 2023 onwards are made to Covenant House Vancouver to support LGBTQ+ youths experiencing homelessness; and to protect and safeguard all youth in need.
Donations prior to May 1, 2023 were made to akt to support LGBTQ+ youths in the UK who are facing/experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment.
SG Rainbow Scorecard Enamel Pin — Sayoni
Donations were made to Sayoni to uphold human rights protection for queer women in Singapore.
Two Spirit Feather Dancers Enamel Pin — UNYA
Donations are made to UNYA (Urban Native Youth Association) to provide support, resources, and programming for Indigenous youth who identify as 2-spirit or LGBTQ+.
Other Charities We've Supported
Beyond our charity pin partners, we donate a portion of our sales to local pride events we participate in across BC, and to LGBTQ+ and community organisations whose work we want to amplify. Below is a list of the organisations we've been proud to support.
Pride Picnic in the Park
Donations are made to PLEA, who organises this yearly free family-friendly event in Maple Ridge that brings together community members for an afternoon of games, music, a BBQ, face painting, and other fun activities.
Supported in 2022 and 2023.
Vancouver Dyke March & Festival
Donations are made to Vancouver Dyke March & Festival Society, who plans and produces the Annual Vancouver Dyke March and Festival to celebrate and centre the experiences of those whose gender identity or expression intersects with their sexual orientation to further marginalize them.
Supported in 2022.
Sunset Beach Festival, Van Pride Fest
Donations are made to Vancouver Pride Society, who strives to produce inclusive, celebratory events, and advocate for 2SLGBTQAI+ communities through an intersectional lens.
Supported in 2022 and 2023.
Kamloops Pride
Donations are made to Kamloops Pride, a non-profit that aims to promote a more flourishing 2SLGBTQPIA+ community and culture in Kamloops.
Supported in 2022.
Kootenay Pride
Donations are made to ANKORS Foundation Fund, a charity for Kootenay people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS and/or Hep C.
Supported in 2022.
Kelowna Pride
Donations are made to Kelowna Pride Society, a not-for-profit championing diversity and fostering unity within the LGBT2Q+ community of the Okanagan region. They are committed to celebrating strength, ensuring equality, and bridging global voices for a brighter, inclusive future.
Supported in 2023.
Chilliwack Pride
Donations are made to Chilliwack Pride Society. Born from a humble BBQ gathering to a flourishing beacon of love and inclusivity in their 5th year of celebrating Pride in Chilliwack, the team passionately works towards a brighter, intersectional, and equitable future for all.
Supported in 2023.
Victoria Pride
Donations are made to Victoria Pride Society, a not-for-profit that's championing the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities of Greater Victoria. Through visibility, collaboration, and crucial conversations, they are dedicated to fostering equity for all Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse individuals.
Supported in 2023.
Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency medical care to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from healthcare. In Gaza, MSF works tirelessly to offer lifesaving medical assistance, including surgery, trauma care, and mental health support to those affected by ongoing violence and conflict. Their dedicated teams strive to alleviate suffering and ensure that vulnerable populations receive the critical care they need.
Supported in 2023.
A Loving Spoonful
A Loving Spoonful provides free, nutritious meals to people living with HIV and co-existing illness in Metro Vancouver and the surrounding areas. Their ultimate mission is to make sure that no one living with AIDS lives with hunger.
Supported in September 2022.
AIDS Vancouver
Canada's first HIV/AIDS service organization began in 1983 in response to the growing AIDS epidemic at the time. Over thirty years later, AIDS Vancouver continues to be a world leader in HIV prevention, education, and provides a wide range of services and programs that include an HIV Help Line, a Supplemental Grocery Program, Financial Assistance Fund, and more.
Supported in August 2022.
Rainbow Refugee
Rainbow Refugees aim to promote safe equitable migration and communities of belonging for people fleeing Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression and HIV+ persecution. They provide support to LGBTQ2+ and HIV+ refugee claimants in BC and other municipalities across Canada.
Supported in July 2022.
QMUNITY
QMUNITY works to improve queer, trans and 2-spirit lives. They provide a safer space for 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their allies to fully self-express while feeling welcome and included. Their building in downtown Vancouver serves as a catalyzer for community initiatives and collective strength. Ultimately, they hope 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals can be empowered to live their lives fully, free from discrimination.
Supported in May–June 2022.
TransBefrienders
Recognizing the lack of peer support for the transgender community, TransBefrienders was founded in 2019 by a group of transgender professionals from various backgrounds. They are a peer support organization for trans youths seeking assistance, friendship or mentorship. They match youths with trained befrienders who have prior experience with the transitioning process in Singapore.
As existing support systems in Singapore are limited in how much they can help, having another person as a source of support through one's transition can help to minimize the usual uncertainty and loneliness of the process. They also have a study support scheme for mentorship for O, A, and N level students.
Supported from July 2021 to April 2022.
Oogachaga
Oogachaga is a community-based non-profit organization supporting Singapore's LGBTQ+ community since 1999. They are the first and most well-known LGBTQ+ counselling and support agency in Singapore. Their list of services includes Hotline & WhatsApp Counselling, Email Counselling, Professional Counselling, Professional Training, and Corporate Engagement.
They also have a growing pool of educational and informational resources on their website — do check them out to learn more and support them as they are an integral part of the LGBTQ+ support system in Singapore.
Supported in June 2021 — we pledged $2 per order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much has Proud Zebra donated to LGBTQ+ charities?
As of May 13, 2026, we've donated $10,219.58 CAD to 2SLGBTQIA+ charities and community partners since June 2021. Our full record — every recipient, every campaign, every year — is on this page.
Which LGBTQ+ charities does Proud Zebra support?
We donate to 6 partner organisations through our charity pin line — GLSEN, Out on Screen, CBRC, Covenant House Vancouver, UNYA, and Sayoni. We also support BC pride festivals (Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, Chilliwack, Maple Ridge, Kootenay) and year-round LGBTQ+ organisations including QMUNITY, AIDS Vancouver, Rainbow Refugee, A Loving Spoonful, TransBefrienders, and Oogachaga.
How are charity pin donations calculated?
For our 6 charity awareness pins, we donate 100% of the profits — the sale price minus our manufacturing, packaging, and platform fees. We tally proceeds at the end of each calendar year and pay out the full amount to each partner organisation.
When are donations paid out?
Charity pin proceeds are tallied and paid annually after each calendar year closes. Pride festival donations are paid in-season alongside our booth participation. Year-round monthly partnerships are paid in the month they're committed.
Is Proud Zebra a queer-owned brand?
Yes. Proud Zebra is queer-owned and co-founded by Delwin and Jimmy, a queer couple based in BC, Canada. You can read our full story on our About page.
Can I see proof of these donations?
Absolutely. We keep receipts and donation confirmations for every gift we make. Email us at contact@proudzebra.com and we'll happily share documentation for any specific donation or year.
Want to learn more about us, our story, and the values behind our work? Visit our About page — or reach out anytime at contact@proudzebra.com.