Whether it be an upcoming wedding/commitment ceremony, anniversary, birthday, graduation party, or a personal milestone—you can transform your event into a pledge of support for the Matthew Shepard Foundation’s longstanding mission to Erase Hate. The progress we have made toward achieving true equality isn’t possible without partnerships from individuals like you who are passionate about creating lasting change in your communities. Support the Matthew Shepard Foundation by creating your own campaign to Erase Hate. Personalize your campaign by sharing your story alongside Matt's whil...

This Event has ended. Thank you to all our supporters who came out to support our work!The Bear to Make a Difference Gala is an opportunity for community members, civic leaders and corporate partners to come together to support the work of the Matthew Shepard Foundation and those who share our commitment to a future free from hate.For almost two decades, the Matthew Shepard Foundation has been a unique voice in the movement for LGBT equality. You may know that my husband Dennis and I started the Foundatio...

Join our gracious host Cynthia Deitle for a special Knoxville community celebration for a good cause! Grab an appetizer and enjoy a wine or beer with proceeds supporting the work of the Matthew Shepard Foundation. WVLT-TV's Dino Cartwright will join Cynthia to co-emcee the event. HostsCynthia DeitleDino Car...

The Bear to Make a Difference Gala on October 20, 2018 is an opportunity for community members, civic leaders and corporate partners to come together to support the work of the Matthew Shepard Foundation and those who share our commitment to a future free from hate.In the 20 years since its Founding, the Matthew Shepard Foundation has been a unique voice in the movement for LGBT equality. You may know that my husband Dennis and I started the Foundation in 1998 to honor the life of our son Matt, with a mission to "replace hate with understanding, compa...