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Why putting free period products in men's bathrooms is good for everyone

One in three low-wage women will miss work, school, and other events due to period poverty — and trans men experience it, too.

Calif. Bill on Scouts' Tax Exemption on Hold

The bill, which would take away the state tax exemption of the BSA and other groups that discriminate, is on hold while its sponsor seeks more support.

IRS Revokes Antigay Groups Tax Exempt Status

The IRS revoked tax-exempt status for Americans for Truth About Homosexuality last year after it failed to file multiple required forms for three consecutive years, Ex-Gay Watch reports. (Pictured: AFTAH president Peter LaBarbera)

Antigay, Tax-Exempt Mormon Church Accused of Misusing Billions

A whistleblower contends the church isn't spending members' funds strictly on religious and charitable purposes as required by its tax-exempt status.

'Ex-Gay' Therapy Group Loses Tax-Exempt Status

The National Association for Research and Therapy of Homosexuality has failed to file required forms for the past three years, says the IRS.

Alaska Judge Rules in Favor of Same Sex Tax Exemptions

An Alaska state judge has ruled that same-sex couples are legally entitled to the same senior citizen and disabled veteran property tax exemptions as opposite-sex couples.

Methodist Group Loses Tax-Exempt Status for N.J. Pavilion

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on Tuesday denied a Methodist organization's request to continue getting tax breaks for a public pavilion in Ocean Grove, N.J., where the religious group allows heterosexual couples to wed but has banned civil union ceremonies between same-sex couples.

Pro-gay church rebuffs IRS challenge to tax-exempt status

A liberal church in Pasadena, Calif., that has been threatened with the loss of its tax-exempt status over an antiwar sermon says it will not turn over documents requested by the IRS.

IRS Awards Tax Exempt Status to Transphobic Lesbian-Run 'Pussy Church'

The cisgender women-only faith requires adherents to provide "evidence of a consistent lesbian life" to join.

Georgia Republicans Attack Delta for Standing Up to NRA

In the wake of Delta banning NRA discounts, Republicans in Georgia block a tax exemption bill that affects the airline.

Cable Giant Comcast Agrees to Air Gay Activist's Anti-Mormon Ad

The ad was produced by Fred Karger, challenging the church's tax-exempt status because of its political activity.

German High Court Grants Tax Benefit to Gay Couples

The Federal Constitutional Court, Germany's top court, said that same-sex couples must be exempted from the land transfer tax just like married straight couples.

IRS investigation into liberal church draws fire from Right and Left

A liberal, pro-gay California church is locked in an escalating dispute with the IRS over an antiwar sermon that could cost the congregation its tax-exempt status.

Trump Calls O'Rourke 'Wacko' Over Plan to Tax Homophobic Churches

Elizabeth Warren and Pete Buttigieg are on the same side as the president on this one.

Pete Buttigieg Says He Will Not Strip Antigay Churches of Tax Status

The candidate said opponent Beto O'Rourke doesn't understand the implications of such a plan.

NOM Wants IRS Probed for Released Donor Information

Leaders behind the antigay National Organization for Marriage say they believe IRS employees released their donor information to the press.

Your money: Top five financial inequalities for gay couples

In the inaugural edition of The Advocate's new financial column, financial planners Joe Kapp and Nick Burkholder explain where the government gets you financially--and how you can get the government in return.

Excerpt: LGBT Money Lessons for Tax Day

With April 15 here, brush up on these tax tips courtesy of The LGBT and Modern Family Money Manual.