FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | November 24, 2009

Give by Cell and
the National Center for Lesbian Rights:
Advancing LGBT Equality,
One Text at a Time

(San Francisco, CA, November 25, 2009) —For over 30 years the National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) has been at the front lines fighting for the civil and human rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people, changing the legal landscape to ensure justice and equality for all. Today NCLR announced its partnership with Give by Cell, enabling members to support its invaluable work with quick and convenient text messages.

Using their cell phones, supporters of NCLR can take advantage of Give by Cell’s innovative way of giving by texting “JUSTICE” to 20222 to make a one-time donation of $5. No checks, no credit card numbers: just a text. The amount will be charged to their monthly wireless bill, messaging and data rates may apply and will go directly to NCLR and its fierce legal and advocacy work. For more information, please visit www.nclrights.org/donor_givebycell. With one text, supporters can help NCLR continue its pursuit of justice, fairness, and legal protections for all LGBT people.

Founded in 1977, the National Center for Lesbian Rights is a national legal organization committed to advancing the human and civil rights of the LGBT community through litigation, public policy advocacy, and public education.

Give by Cell and its parent Guide by Cell provide over 600 nonprofit organizations with a wide range of mobile services, including text messaging marketing, cell phone audio tours, iPhone applications, and MOBI/wap services.

The National Center for Lesbian Rights is a national legal organization committed to advancing the civil and human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people and their families through litigation, public policy advocacy, and public education.
www.nclrights.org.

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