Focus on the Hate drops ex-gay program, faces budget shortfall

[Political Tiger]

Focus on the Family, James Dobson’s anti-LGBT empire and the largest organization in the religious right, announced earlier this week that it would be selling off its ex-gay therapy program called “Love Won Out.” The organization says it’s part of an effort to downsize in the wake of record profit losses of nearly $6 million. The news comes days after the nation’s largest psychological organization released a report condemning ex-gay therapies.

“Right now we’re facing a serious budget shortfall that threatens our ability to reach out to parents, families and married couples who count on our help,” said Jim Daly, Focus’ CEO in a letter to 800,000 members. “Income is down nearly $6 million from what we expected and planned for this year. I want to assure you that we’re committed to good stewardship AND living within our means, just as so many families are today.”

In November, Focus laid off nearly 20 percent of its workforce, or 200 employees, due to declining donations from individuals and foundations.

Focus is selling “Love Won Out” to Exodus International, an ex-gay ministry.

http://minnesotaindependent.com/41953/focus-on-the-family-drops-ex-gay-program-faces-budget-shortfall

[pinto]

1. Unfortunately they found a buyer, but LOL. $6 mill w/ 800,000 members is only $7.5 per member.

The silence of the donations must be deafening.

[saltpoint]

2. I kinda like the idea that a repulsive organization like this is having

a hard time meeting expenses.