Poverello Center, Inc. Awarded $40,000 Grant from The Our Fund Foundation’s Pillars Fund
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Thomas Pietrogallo
Organization: The Poverello Center, Inc.
Email: tpietrogallo@poverello.org
Phone: 954-213-6597
Poverello Center, Inc. Awarded $40,000 Grant from The Our Fund Foundation’s Pillars Fund
Fort Lauderdale, FL – May 27, 2025– The Poverello Center, Inc. is proud to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of The Our Fund Foundation’s Pillars Fund grant for the period of July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. This $40,000 unrestricted operational grant will support the Center’s ongoing Health & Wellness initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to serving LGBTQ+ communities in South Florida.
The Pillars Fund, a newly launched grantmaking initiative, reflects The Our Fund Foundation’s dedication to providing long-term, sustainable support to LGBTQ+-serving organizations that have demonstrated a strong history of impact and stability. Poverello Center’s work in nutrition, healthcare access, and holistic wellness aligns with the Foundation’s mission to strengthen LGBTQ+ community services.
“We are incredibly grateful to The Our Fund Foundation for this generous support,” said Thomas Pietrogallo. “This grant allows us to operate our health and wellness programs, ensuring that individuals living with HIV and other chronic conditions receive the nutrition and care they need.”
Grant funds will be distributed in January 2026, following the completion of a grant agreement outlining terms and expectations. The Our Fund Foundation will conduct year-end reporting through direct conversations with grantee organizations, ensuring meaningful collaboration and ongoing support.
The Poverello Center, Inc. has proudly served the South Florida LGBTQ+ community for decades, offering vital resources to individuals facing food insecurity, health challenges, and economic instability. This new funding reinforces the organization’s ability to make a lasting impact on those in need.
For more information, please contact Thomas Pietrogallo at The Poverello Center Inc. or visit www.poverello.org .
About The Our Fund Foundation
The Our Fund Foundation is a leading philanthropic organization committed to strengthening LGBTQ+ communities in South Florida. Through strategic grantmaking, the Foundation supports organizations that champion equity, health, and well-being for LGBTQ+ individuals.