Mission
The National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) is a non-profit, public interest law firm that advocates for LGBTQ rights through litigation, legislation, policy initiatives, and public education. Founded in 1977, NCLR was the first national LGBTQ legal organization established by women, focusing on racial and economic justice for vulnerable communities.
Basic Information
Founded in
1988
EIN
94-3086885
Total Assets
$6.605 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Advocacy for Transgender Youth
NCLR actively challenges discriminatory policies impacting transgender youth, including healthcare bans.

Born Perfect Campaign
Born Perfect works to ban so-called conversion therapy practices against LGBTQ youth across the nation.

Racial & Economic Justice Initiatives
NCLR addresses the intersection of racial and economic justice with LGBTQ rights through legal and policy advocacy.
Our Programs
Discrimination Advocacy
Legal assistance and advocacy for individuals facing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Learn MoreRacial & Economic Justice
Addressing systemic inequities affecting LGBTQ communities of color and low-income individuals.
Learn MoreImpact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
64
58
/100
Program Expense Ratio
78.37%
12
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-74.34%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1038
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.154
12
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0.6967
14
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 5.307M | 106.03% |
Program Services | 86.6K | 1.73% |
Investment Income | 62.79K | 1.25% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | -245 | -0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 28 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 5.005M | 100.00% |