What is Hips?
Founded in 1993 by community representatives, Hips emerged to address the specialized needs of youth engaged in sex for gain within Washington, D.C. Over the years, it has evolved into a comprehensive organization offering a spectrum of services, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives for sex workers, drug users, and their communities. Hips champions the belief that individuals involved in sex work, the sex trade, and drug use should have the autonomy to lead healthy, self-determined lives, free from stigma, violence, criminalization, or oppression. The organization strives to achieve this by actively engaging these communities in dismantling structural barriers that impede health, safety, and prosperity.
How much funding has Hips raised?
Hips has raised a total of $150K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$150K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
What's next for Hips?
The substantial, large-scale late-stage funding Hips has received signals a period of significant scaling and strategic expansion. This capital infusion is likely to bolster its service delivery, enhance its advocacy efforts, and potentially broaden its geographical reach. The focus on strategic investment suggests a commitment from backers to support Hips' long-term vision of empowering vulnerable communities and challenging systemic inequalities. Future initiatives may involve strengthening partnerships, developing new programs, and increasing public awareness to further its mission.
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