transforming lives for nearly 40 years
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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—not just people living with HIV or 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!
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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!
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.
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!
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!
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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.