Established in 1996 and based in Washington, DC, The Cherry Fund is an independent, all-volunteer-led and managed 501(c)(3) organization. Our sole purpose is to raise funds for service-based non profit organizations that serve the LGBTQ+ community in Washington and beyond. We focus on organizations dedicated to preventing the spread of HIV infection and AIDS through education, treatment, and prevention efforts. Additionally, we support mental health services and groups that work with LGBTQ+ youth and their allies.
To achieve our mission, The Cherry Fund produces an annual weekend dance event fundraiser each Spring, featuring a variety of individual events that appeal to a broad audience of patrons whose charitable contributions might otherwise go untapped. We also organize occasional seasonal events to maintain a strong community presence, provide marketing opportunities for CHERRY Weekend, and raise additional funding for our beneficiaries.
The Cherry Fund envisions a community where HIV/AIDS and mental health service organizations receive the necessary funding to sustain and enhance their vital services. We are committed to supporting these organizations to ensure they can continue to reach and serve the often-neglected and underserved members of our community.
HOW: We raise funds for our beneficiaries by organizing a variety of social events at venues throughout the DC Metropolitan area and the Mid-Atlantic region.
WHAT: Our primary focus is providing grants to strengthen organizations that deliver essential services to our community.
WHY: The challenges faced by these often underfunded organizations require significant time, attention, and resources. By receiving grants from outside sources, they can continue to serve those in need daily while also working toward broader, long-term improvements.
