It is bittersweet that I’m sharing with you that tomorrow is my  last day as Deputy Director at Georgia Equality. I want to go out with a bang, but I’ll need your help! Today, I’m asking you to donate to continue the work I’ve been lucky to be apart of.

From numerous victories against anti-LGBTQ legislation to developing and expanding strategic programming for LGBTQ people throughout the state, Georgia Equality works incredibly hard to ensure we are treated with dignity and respect. I’m thankful having the opportunity to work, learn, and grow in this space. I’m also honored to have worked with such an amazing crew of brilliant minds and tremendously inspiring thought leaders – Jeff Graham, Wes Sanders, Eric Paulk, Percy Brown, Chanel Haley, and Shannon Clawson. They are rock stars in their work and wonderful friends to have in my extended family.

As I transition from staff member to donor, I know the fight for equality in Georgia doesn’t end when I leave these doors. It is why I’m asking you join me in funding the important and necessary work Georgia Equality does for LGBTQ people and our familes.

And to you – Georgia Equaliy members, volunteers and donors – thank you for lifting me up, joining our calls to action, and giving your support by volunteering your time or funding the movement. Will you join me in supporting Georgia Equality again today? 
 

With much appreciation and gratitude-

Amanda Hill-Attkisson, Deputy Director

Dear Friend,

I’m DeMarcus Beckham, a member of Georgia Equality’s Board of Directors from Macon. My connection to Georgia Equality began as an intern for the organization almost two years ago, and I’m asking you to join me in donating to the organization that has given so much to me and other LGBTQ Georgians.

Being an advocate for my communities has always been my passion and my calling. Through the years, Georgia Equality fed my passion and provided resources for my success. I gained a voice that many others have fought for me to have, and now use that voice as a leader in Georgia’s movement for LGBTQ equality.

For the last five years, Georgia Equality has fought against RFRA and other anti-LGBTQ legislation, built programs to develop the next generation of transgender leaders, and led the path to make Georgia safer for LGBTQ people and our allies.

From my days as an intern to currently sitting on the board, I’m proud to be part of the Georgia Equality family and its amazing work across the state. This holiday season, I encourage you to invest in Georgia Equality the way the organization has invested in me. Please support Georgia Equality by making a donation to continue our work across the state.

 

Sincerely,

DeMarcus Beckham, Board of Directors