Out for Education Winter 2026 Newsletter
Hi Alex,
Spring is right around the corner and we have so many exciting updates and opportunities to share with you! From celebrating leadership to scholarship deadlines and a brand-new fundraiser, there are plenty of ways to stay engaged and support LGBTQ+ students in Houston.
Vote for Brandi Lira for Grand Marshal: Female Identifying
🌈 Vote for Brandi Lira – Pride Houston 365 Grand Marshal
We’re thrilled to share that our very own OFE President Brandi Lira has been nominated for Female-Identifying Grand Marshal for the Pride Houston 365 Parade!
Brandi’s leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to LGBTQ+ students make her an incredible candidate. Let’s show our support!
🗳 Vote daily here:
VOTE DAILY HERE
Thank you for helping uplift LGBTQ+ leadership in our community!
☀️ OUTSIDE for Education – Field Day Fundraiser!
Do you and your friends have what it takes to dominate in some old-fashioned field day games? Want to give back while having an absolute blast?
Join us for OUTSIDE for Education on March 21st at Montie Beach Park!
Here’s what to expect:
👟 Sign up with a team of 10
💸 Crowdfund for extra points
🏃♀️ Compete in relay races and nostalgic elementary-style field day games
🏆 Win bragging rights and amazing memories
All funds raised will directly support LGBTQ+ students in the Houston area as they pursue higher education.
👉 Register your team: REGISTER FOR FIELD DAY
📧 Questions? Email [email protected] or DM us on social media!
We also need volunteers!
Sign up here: FIELD DAY VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP
Bring your competitive spirit — and your sunscreen!
🎓 Scholarship Application Deadline
Our 2026 Scholarship Application deadline is fast approaching:
Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST
If you know an LGBTQ+ student pursuing higher education in the Houston area, please encourage them to apply.
📚 Apply here: OFE Scholarship Application
Education changes lives — and your referrals help us reach students who need support most.
🤝 Scholarship Interview Day – Volunteers Needed!
March 28, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Big Brothers Big Sisters Houston
Interview Day is one of the most meaningful days of our year. Volunteers help us create a welcoming, affirming, and supportive experience for scholarship applicants.
If you’d like to serve as an interviewer or event volunteer, please sign up here:
Interview Day Volunteer Sign-up
Your time and care make a lasting impact.
🎓 Create a Named Scholarship. Change a Life.
Honor someone you love. Celebrate your legacy. Invest in LGBTQ+ students.
With a gift of $2,000, you can establish a Named Scholarship through Out for Education that directly supports an LGBTQ+ student pursuing their education. Your scholarship carries the name of a person, family, company, or community you wish to recognize — and makes a meaningful, lasting impact.
Imagine presenting a student with a scholarship in your name — a powerful moment of connection, pride, and hope.
Ready to create your Named Scholarship?
👉 Reach out to us at outforeducation.org/contact to get started
Together, we can open doors and build brighter futures.
🏳️🌈 Innovation in Inclusion Award Nomination - The Diana Foundation
OFE is honored to be nominated by the Diana Foundation for the Innovation in Inclusion Award! We could not do this work without the support of our generous and dedicated community. We are proud to stand alongside the other incredible organizations nominated and look forward to coming together at the Diana Awards. Thank you for helping us continue building inclusive pathways to education for LGBTQ+ students!
📬 Givebutter & Donation End-of-Year Summaries
If you donated through Givebutter, please note:
If you have any questions or difficulty accessing your end-of-year statement, please email us at [email protected] and we’re happy to help.
Thank you, Alex, for being part of the Out for Education community. Whether you’re voting, volunteering, applying, fundraising, or cheering from the sidelines — you are helping LGBTQ+ students pursue their dreams with confidence and support.
With Pride,
Out for Education
Pride in Learning. Power in Giving.
