Dear Friend,

Thank you for supporting LGBTQ+ compassion in action. In this issue: 

• Event: The Ice King's Heart a fundraiser for LA Fire Survivors - March 19
• Travel: Celebrate Pride in Cuba with RWF - May 7-17

Join us in Los Angeles for a world premiere! Rainbow World Fund and the filmmakers behind The Ice King's Heart invite you to be part of the LGBTQ+ Community's response to the wildfires in LA.

Be the first to see all eight episodes of “The Ice King’s Heart”, a new romantasy web series performed by Nathaniel Dolquist. Your participation will directly contribute to front-line aid helping the undocumented and other vulnerable communities most impacted by the recent fires.

Time: Wednesday, March 19 from 6-10 PM

Location: Los Angeles, RSVP to see the full location

RSVP: UPDATE - the event is reaching capacity, please email fontes.jasmine@gmail.com to check if space still available.

An open bar, red carpet, and exquisite vibes will be provided!

Can’t make the premiere? You can still help! Donate here..

Join us in Cuba May 7-17, 2025! Learn about Cuban history from its colonial past to its revolutionary present and how the complex historical relationship between the U.S and Cuba remains ever-changing.

Our trip focuses on Cuba's history, culture, politics, and spirituality. We will learn from the Cubans about the realities of their country. We'll visit projects that serve the Cuban people and meet with members of the LGBTQ+ community, politicians, artists, scientists, and leaders in many fields.

We will attend LGBTQ+ Pride events in Havana marching in solidarity with our Cuban brothers and sisters during the "Conga" - the annual Pride celebration. 

We will have stays in Havana, Trinidad, and Varadero.

We will learned about Cuba's colonial past to its revolutionary present, and how the complex historical relationship between the U.S and Cuba remains ever-changing.

Every trip is unique. Here are a few of the many highlights from past trips: 

-Spending time with members of the Cuban LGBTQ+ community

- Meet with Mariela Castro and human rights activists 

 - Visit schools, medical clinics & the Institute of Tropical Medicine

- Help deliver medical and educational supplies

- Snorkel the reefs of Varadero

- Meet with members of Parliament and with political dissidents

- Visit ecological areas/learn about the Cuban organic movement

- Attend a concert by Bueno Vista Social Club

- Learn how Cuba has survived post USSR and under US embargo

- Visit the Bay of Pigs

- Meet members of the Cuba 5 - former US political prisoners

- Explore historic Old Havana

- Cruise Havana in a 1950s American Car

- Enjoy the white sand beaches and clear blue water at Varadero

- Visit the National Museum of Fine Arts/Museum of the Revolution

The cost of our 11day/10 night trip is $2,800 and includes a Cuba travel visa (required), all hotels/accommodations, in-country transportation by private van, all meals (except one), all gratuities, translation and guide services, speakers fees, entrance fees to special events. It does not include round trip air transportation from the USA.

Learn more and how to sign up here.

At RWF, we are proud to be the world's pioneer LGBTQ+ focused humanitarian aid organization. By championing peace, unity, and hope, we are at the forefront of the LGBTQ+ movement, actively engaging in humanitarian relief endeavors. With a remarkable track record of nearly $8 million in life-saving aid contributions helping tens of thousands and 95,000 volunteer service hours, RWF invites you to join us in making a meaningful difference on a global scale. Together, let's create a more inclusive and compassionate world through our collective efforts. Founded in 2000 RWF is all-volunteer run.

Bring new hope to our friends and family around the world. Put your tax-deductible gift to work immediately by donating online or mail your donation to Rainbow World Fund, 4111 - 18th Street #5, San Francisco, CA 94114.