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LGBT charity Kairos in Soho has received two lottery grants worth a total of almost £1millon.

One grant of £499,843, will fund the In Our Name project, which aims to improve the support and representation of LGBT charities and community groups across London.

The most recent grant, for £496,334, will fund a four-year project to build London LGBT communities and support individuals to engage more fully in the LGBT equality agenda in London.

Called ‘Second Generation’, the project aims to reduce the barriers the LGBT community faces in creating lasting community and supportive structures for those who are more marginalized and isolated, including people who are younger, migrant or alienated for a whole host of other reasons.

“It is hugely rewarding that the Big Lottery Fund has agreed to fund two significant projects for London’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities,” said Chief Executive Officer Jane Standing.

“It is very encouraging to see bigger funders supporting grassroots action.

“The first project will increase the impact of LGBT charities and community groups by sharing learning and increasing awareness of the community’s experience with funders and policy makers.

“The second project, working in parallel, will offer more individuals a chance to take part in making equality a reality through workshops, seminars and events.

“Both will support the bigger vision of developing an LGBT Community Centre in the City.”

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