Chappell Roan launches new fund to raise money for Missouri LGBTQ organizations
Two Missouri non-profits that support LGBTQ youth will now have extra money, thanks to Chappell Roan.
The Missouri-born pop star announced the launch of The Midwest Princess Project, which raises money for queer and trans organizations, including ones in Missouri.
The goal of the fund is to “provide resources for trans youth, uplift LGBTQ+ communities, and support other displaced or marginalized communities.”
According to Roan, her efforts have already raised $400,000 for six LGBTQ organizations in Missouri, New York and California through her Visions of Damsels and Other Dangerous Things tour.
In early October, Roan’s two sold-out shows in Kansas City brought more than 30,000 fans to Liberty Memorial each night. Many attendees traveled from out of state and said Roan inspired them to be themselves.
Roan chose two Missouri nonprofits — The Glo Center and The Center Project — because they “provide specific programming and resources for trans youth.” They received money from the tour and held a booth at her Kansas City concert, according to The Midwest Princess Project website.
The Center Project in Columbia provides resources like free clothes and basic supplies, along with hosting youth groups and a book club.
The Glo Center in Springfield is located near Roan’s hometown of Willard. Run by volunteers and four employees, the center hosts support groups, Pride events and a food pantry for queer and trans people in the Ozarks.
A post on The Glo Center’s Facebook page says, “(Roan’s) generosity — and yours — helps us continue building a safe, affirming space for our community right here in Springfield.”
The GLO Center was able to add a second night of youth afterschool programming because of donations from Chappell Roan, said Aaron Schekorra, executive director of The GLO Center. The organization received $28,000 in donations from Chappell Roan from a 2023 benefit concert, Midwest Princess launch party and donations from her Midwest tour locations.
Both 501(c)(3) organizations rely heavily on donations, according to their IRS filings.
The Midwest Princess Project, The Glo Center and The Center Project did not immediately respond to The Star’s request for information on the amount of money they received or the terms of the partnership.
The Midwest Princess Project is run through Catalyst Philanthropy Fund, a foundation management company registered in Tennessee.
This story was originally published October 23, 2025 at 4:24 PM.
