ABOUT 

We are here to work with fitness spaces & our community to educate and provide training to those spaces.

HOW WE GOT OUR START

In 2011, we hosted the first “OUTWOD” gay CrossFit meetup in New York City. Now, known as The OUT Foundation, we are a nationally recognized organization.

Walking into a fitness environment is already intimidating, especially if you’re new. LGBTQ+ people face even more of a barrier finding safety and comfort in traditional fitness spaces. That’s why we’re here. 

Through our programs, we work to ensure the success of LGBTQ+ individuals by removing the obstacles that prevent access and participation in fitness, health, and wellness spaces. Members of the LGBTQ+ community want a space to feel like themselves and not worry about the danger of wearing a rainbow shirt, bringing their partner, or using the restroom they want in gyms.

Our mission

The OUT Foundation’s mission is to remove the barriers that block LGBTQ+ individuals’ from access and participation in fitness, health, and wellness, ensuring their success.

We are dedicated to nurturing, empowering, and celebrating LGBTQ+ bodies and minds, guaranteeing our community thrives.

WE BELIEVE in TRANSPARENCY

The OUT Foundation 990 Tax Forms

The OUT Foundation Impact Reports

The OUT Foundation is a recognized 501(c)(3) and Platinum-level GuideStar participant

Staff Team

Board of Directors

OUT Ambassadors

The OUT Foundation is happy to highlight partners that have contributed in support of our mission.

These contributions bolster us in supporting LGBTQ+ athletes in our OUTAthlete program, providing health services through OUTHealth, fostering inclusive spaces through OUTAthletics, and providing tailored DEI training and guidance through OUTAIM.

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    The OUT Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to remove the barriers that block LGBTQ+ individuals’ access and participation in fitness, health, and wellness.

Stand OUT for the LGBTQ+ Community