transforming lives for nearly 40 years
Since 1986, The Project has provided affirming care and supportive services to folks across our region. This work is critical to building a healthier and more connected community for ALL those we serve—including people living with HIV and the LGBTQ+ community.
As a non-profit, your support allows us to continue doing this work. Be a part of our story by making a donation today!
Make a gift, make a difference
Our clients rely on The Project for essential care, and WE rely on YOUR SUPPORT to help us fill in gaps and provide affirming health care and supportive services that promote well-being. Becoming a monthly donor shows our team that we can count on you year-round!
Become a Monthly Donor
If you’re interested in promoting your business while supporting our essential work, become a sponsor! To find out more about being a sponsor, view our sponsor deck, or reach out to Tyler directly for more information.
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Follow this simple step-by-step guide to prepare a legacy gift.
Decide on the type and amount. Pick a specific dollar amount, percentage, residuary, or contingent. Your attorney can help you think through which structure fits your overall estate plan.
Work with an estate planning attorney. A bequest made without legal guidance can be challenged, misdirected, or voided. An attorney ensures your intentions are carried out exactly as written.
Update your documents. Add the bequest to your will or living trust. If you have an existing will, a codicil may be sufficient.
Review beneficiary designations. Retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and investment accounts pass outside of your will. If you want a charity to receive any of these assets, update the beneficiary designation directly with the institution.
Notify us (if you are comfortable doing so). You are not required to. But informing gives us a chance to thank you, celebrate your gift, and plan accordingly.
Become a Legacy Donor
Connect with our team!
Tyler Mitchell (he/him)
Tyler serves as the Development Director for The Project of the Quad Cities. He first joined the organization in 2019 with a strong desire to positively impact his own community. Since then, he's helped lead TPQC's marketing, communication, and fundraising efforts. Tyler is most passionate about sharing The Project's work with donors and funders to help support our vital work. During his free time, he enjoys playing video games, listening to true-crime podcasts, and playing D&D with his friends.
Contact Tyler by email
Viminda Schafer (any pronouns)
Viminda (any pronouns) turns coffee into results and chaos into checklists—keeping things organized, solving problems on the fly, and making sure everything runs smoother than it probably should. They focus on stewardship and donor relations, building genuine connections and making people feel valued and invested. They also lead fundraising efforts and community education, turning awareness into action and support into real impact. Part multitasker, part relationship builder, part dreamer.
Fun fact: Viminda has lived in 5 different states!
Contact Viminda by email
Cianja Bone (any pronouns)
Cianja (any pronouns) is the Marketing & Development Coordinator, and the newest addition to our team! They started just over a month ago, and are already jumping in and getting involved. If you want to see what they're working on, it's not hard to find. They make our emails, social media posts, and more!
Cianja may be new, but they're already passionate and excited about The Project's Mission.
Originally, Cianja is from Colorado Springs, where they grew up as part of a set of triplets!
Contact Cianja by email
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The Project is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. That means your donation is tax-deductible! You will automatically receive a donation receipt to your email, and our development team keeps track of your annual donations.