Out Athlete Fund

Made it to the Assembly floor and we brought the whole community with us!

Out Athlete Fund has been named 2026 Nonprofit of the Year for California's 51st Assembly District by Assemblymember and .

CEO .ferrera and Olympic figure skater Randy Gardner accepted in Sacramento, but this one belongs to every out athlete we've ever had the honor of backing. 🏳️‍🌈

Paralympic medalist on why being out isn't a choice. It's a necessity:

"For me as an athlete, being out is less of a choice and more of a necessity. I’m pushed so far emotionally and physically by sport and competition alone, and I can’t imagine expend more energy trying to hide or suppress parts of my being. I feel so comfortable around my guides, teammates, coaches, family and friends, and I rely so heavily on that feeling of comfort and safeness to recharge and energize me on a daily basis, and that ease and comfort wouldn't be possible without being out."

We're honored to share that Out Athlete Fund has been named a 2026 Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember and .

This one's for every LGBTQ+ athlete who was told they didn't belong. You're why we do this work.

Thank you to our team, our volunteers, our partners, and this community for showing up every single day.

California is watching, and we're just getting started.

Cinco de Mayo, but yasssssified 💁

Join the OutAF team tomorrow, May 5th at for their legendary Drag Queen Bingo in WeHo. Expect your favorite queens, a few questionable bingo calls, and cheap margaritas strong enough to make you think you’re fluent in Spanish by round two 🍹

We have reserved tables, so slide into our email ([email protected]) like your Jourgeous herself to reserve a spot with us. $20 a head, and the festivities start at 7pm, so come thru to win great prizes. Bring your friends… or meet new ones after a few rounds 😉

XOXO,
The OutAF Team

Five Team OutAF athletes.
One unforgettable Winter Olympics. 🏔️❄️

At the 2026 Milano Cortina Games, Breezy Johnson, Brittany Bowe, Gus Kenworthy, Conor McDermott-Mostowy, and Maddy Schaffrick showed the world what grit, resilience, and pride look like on the global stage.

Out Athlete Fund is proud to support these out LGBTQ+ athletes as they train, compete, and chase Olympic dreams.

🥇 Breezy Johnson captured downhill gold for Team USA.
⛸️ Brittany Bowe, a two-time Olympic bronze medalist, delivered three fourth-place finishes in what she called her final Winter Olympics.
🔥 Gus Kenworthy made a powerful return to the Olympic halfpipe final.
💨 Conor McDermott-Mostowy delivered a top-10 finish in his Olympic debut.
🏂 Maddy Schaffrick inspired a generation with her comeback to the snowboarding halfpipe.

Their performances in Milan were powerful reminders of what happens when talent meets opportunity and support.

Comment RECAP below to read our full Olympic blog.

Congratulations on an incredible performance. Proud of your journey!

Introducing the inaugural Team OutAF! Visibility changes the game. These athletes aren’t just competing for medals, they’re competing as their 100% authentic selves on the world’s biggest stage. With over 40 out LGBTQ+ athletes headed to Italy next month, the world is watching the rise of the out athlete...and we couldn’t be prouder of this crew!

To our donors: You made this possible.
To our supporters: You keep the momentum going.

Want to help these athletes reach the finish line?

👇 Comment TEAM OUTAF below and we’ll DM you a link to donate and support their journey!

📸:

Jake Adicoff, Para Nordic Skiing ·
Brittany Bowe, Speed Skating ·
Breezy Johnson, Alpine Skiing ·
Gus Kenworthy, Freeskiing ·
Conor McDermott-Mostowy, Speed Skating · .mm
Maddy Schaffrick, Snowboarding ·

Join us at the Hotel for an opening-night watch party celebrating competition, visibility, and community. Big screens. A packed room. Surprise faces. Real energy.

This is where LGBTQ+ athletes, allies, and sports fans come together to cheer on Team OutAF as the world turns its eyes to the Milan . Come early for a complimentary drink, stay for the moments that matter, and show up for athletes who deserve the spotlight.

🎟 Free with RSVP
🥂 Early arrival perk before 6 PM
⭐ Pro athlete + celebrity sightings
💙 Donations support competitors on the world stage

📍 February 6th, 5–8 PM
📍 The Loft @ W Hollywood

RSVP required: www.pridehouselaweho.org/events

Tonight is THE NIGHT! 🤩 Come and join us at Nike Training studios in WeHo at 5pm to send recent two time US championship medal winner and Olympic Hopeful Conor McDermott-Mostowy. Conor will share his story and highlight the positive impact on current and future Olympians of competing openly and proudly. Join us for light refreshments and good times 👭

Tickets still available here: bit.ly/Conormilano

Afterparty at at 8pm 🥂

Today marks 100 Days until and we couldn't be more excited to mark down the days on our calendars 🙌 The Official Mascots of the 2026 Winter Olympics, Milo and Tina, are warming our winter-chilled hearts 💙

We will see you all there, and stay tuned for all LGBTQIA+ representation throughout the Olympics 🏳️‍🌈