Our Mission
The Matthew Shepard Foundation empowers individuals to embrace human dignity and diversity through outreach, advocacy and resource programs. We strive to replace hate with understanding, compassion and acceptance.
About Us
We share Matt's story and embody his vigor for civil rights to change the hearts and minds of others to accept everyone as they are.
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Our Work
In a diverse approach to Erase Hate, the Foundation focuses its efforts ranging anywhere from theater stages and local law enforcement agencies, to online resource centers and embassies around the world.
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