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501(c)(3) · New York State

Drag is art.
We fund the artists.

Beyond Earth Foundation provides grants, resources, and community for drag performers across New York State — so every artist can keep creating, no matter what.

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Upcoming drag events

Shows, brunches, pageants, and story hours across New York State, sorted by date. Find one near you.

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Who we are

Built to lift up the artists who light up the room.

Beyond Earth Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting drag artists throughout New York State. Drag is one of the most demanding, generous, and joyful art forms there is — and the people behind it deserve real, material support.

We provide emergency grants, performance funding, mentorship, and safe-space programming so artists can focus on their craft. From the five boroughs to the Finger Lakes to the North Country, we believe every performer deserves a community that has their back.

Our mission is simple: keep drag alive, thriving, and out of this world across all of New York.

In 2027, Beyond Earth Foundation is the official title sponsor of the Empire State of Drag at the Clemens Center in Elmira, made possible by every voter and donor in Voter's Choice NYS.

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Direct Grants

Emergency and project funding that goes straight to artists when they need it most.

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Stage & Resources

Performance opportunities, gear, training, and professional development.

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Community & Safety

Mentorship, mental-health support, and safe spaces statewide.

In action

Drag, live across New York.

From late-night stages to summer festivals — this is the community your support keeps thriving.

Drag performer dancing on stage at an outdoor festival

Drag performer in the crowd at a night performance

Drag show with a packed indoor crowd

Fuel the movement

Every dollar keeps an artist on stage.

Your gift goes directly to grants, resources, and programming for drag performers across New York State. Give once or become a monthly supporter.

Help a rising artist keep shining

Bring more drag to the stage

Invest in an artist's craft

Be a champion for the community

Beyond Earth Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3). Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Get involved

There's a place for you in this.

Whether you have an hour, a skill, or a stage — there's a way to help keep New York's drag community thriving.

Are you a drag artist in New York State?

Beyond Earth offers one-time grants from $100–$5,000 to support your craft — new and experienced artists welcome.

Apply for a Grant →

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Volunteer

Help at events, build sets, run check-in, or lend your professional skills.

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Perform & Partner

Host a benefit show or bring your venue into the network.

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Spread the word

Follow, share, and help us reach artists in every corner of the state.

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Corporate giving

Sponsorships and matching gifts that multiply your impact.