Brendon Urie Pledges $1 Million To Support LGBT Youth

We've officially ended Gay Pride Month, but that doesn't mean we should stop campaigning for acceptance for the LGBTQ community, particularly the youth. Brendon Urie of Panic! At the Disco has made that very clear as he's pledged to help the movement, as per a recent announcement in partnership with GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network).

On Friday (June 29), the frontman, who is celebrating the chart-topping success of Panic! At The Disco's new album, Pray For The Wicked, unveiled his new team-up with the organization to help create Gender & Sexuality/Gay-Straight Alliances (GSA) in K-12 schools across the nation. In efforts to kick off the partnership, Urie has reportedly pledged $1 million to GLSEN. "For years my fans have inspired me with their determination and creativity as they have created a safe and inclusive community," the singer said in a statement. "I felt the time had come for me to join them boldly, to bring that energy and power to bear on the huge challenges facing our whole society."

If you want to get involved in the cause, head over to GLSEN's official website to donate funds.

Like what you hear from Pray For The Weekend? Make sure you grab tickets to the band's upcoming tour, which will kick off in Minneapolis on July 11, before making stops in Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, New York, Philadelphia, Seattle, Los Angeles and other cities. 

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