Bud Light’s Parent Company Doubles Down with $200K LGBTQ Donation

In June 2023, Anheuser-Busch (the parent company of Bud Light) announced a $200,000 donation to the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s (NGLCC) Communities of Color initiative. The program is designed to support LGBTQ+ businesses, particularly those led by people of color, by providing development grants and mentorship opportunities. The donation came during the controversy around Bud Light’s partnership with Dylan Mulvaney, sparking even more criticism from conservatives who argued the company was doubling down on its support of LGBTQ+ causes despite the backlash. Supporters, however, viewed it as a reaffirmation of the company’s long-term commitment to inclusivity and LGBTQ+ communities.