This is the final countdown for Changemakers

Applications for the 2025–2026 season of It Gets Better: Changemakers are due Monday, May 12 at 11:59pm PT. That’s it. No more extensions.

If you’re reading this and wondering, “Should I apply?”—

If you have an idea that could make life better for LGBTQ+ youth in your community…

If you’re an LGBTQ+ young person with a vision and a trusted adult partner…

Or if you’re an adult with a great idea and a youth leader ready to co-create…

The answer is YES.

We know you’ve got ideas. You know what your school, your town, your community needs to be more inclusive, more joyful, more affirming. But if you still need a spark, scroll through our recent grantee highlights on social. These are real projects—led by real students and allies—that are already making a lasting impact.

We can’t wait to see what you come up with.

It Gets Better: Changemakers is powered by It Gets Better and supported by Aerie, American Eagle, the MAC VIVA GLAM Fund, Tumblr, and Humble Bundle.