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Baylor returns grant with focus on LGBTQIA+ individuals

MCLENNAN COUNTY, TEXAS, JUL 10 – Baylor rescinded a $643,000 grant after alumni and donors opposed LGBTQ advocacy conflicting with its Christian policies, the president said returning funds was best for the university.

  • On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, Baylor University in Waco, Texas, announced it would return a $643,000 grant that had been designated to support research on the inclusion and experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals within church communities.
  • The decision followed backlash from alumni, donors, and commentators after activities linked to the grant extended into advocacy conflicting with Baylor's Christian policies.
  • University President Linda Livingstone stated concerns focused on post-grant activities endorsing views on human sexuality inconsistent with the school's Statement on Human Sexuality.
  • Livingstone explained that the grant’s purpose was to promote inclusion and a sense of belonging by examining how LGBTQIA+ people and women experience marginalization in church communities, while also reaffirming Baylor’s dedication to its Christian values.
  • The return of the funds reflects Baylor's intent to align future research projects with its faith-based policies while maintaining support for all students, including LGBTQIA+ individuals.
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