True Colors United — LGBTQ+ Youth Housing

Administered by True Colors United · truecolorsunited.org

Dedicated to ending homelessness among LGBTQ+ youth, who make up 40% of homeless youth despite being 7% of the population. Connects to affirming housing and services nationwide.

Eligibility requirements

✓LGBTQ+ identifying youth under 25
✓Experiencing or at risk of homelessness
✓US resident

Insider tip

LGBTQ+ youth are dramatically overrepresented in homelessness. True Colors maintains a database of affirming shelters and service providers that won't discriminate — critical for safety.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at truecolorsunited.org →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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