TL;DR
- Hobby Lobby linked to anti-marriage equality donation.
- David Green funds organizations opposing LGBTQ rights.
- $300,000 donation to Them Before Us revealed.
- Campaign aims to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges ruling.
- Greater Than campaign promotes traditional family values.
Hobby Lobby, the crafty giant that’s been a staple in American homes since 1972, is making headlines for all the wrong reasons. This time, it’s not about glitter or glue; it’s about a massive donation aimed squarely at scrapping marriage equality across the United States. Yes, you heard that right. The Green family, who owns the chain, is back in the spotlight, and not in a good way.
David Green, the billionaire CEO and founder of Hobby Lobby, is reportedly funding a campaign that is aggressively fighting against the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly when it comes to marriage equality. The latest reports reveal that The Servant Foundation, a nonprofit with ties to Green, has funneled a staggering $300,000 into the advocacy group “Them Before Us.” This group, which has been gaining traction since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, is on a mission to defend what they claim is the “right of children to have a mother and father.” Talk about a throwback!
For those not in the know, Them Before Us is part of the “Greater Than” campaign, which is pushing to overturn the landmark 2015 ruling of Obergefell v. Hodges that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. And who’s leading this charge? None other than Katy Faust, a vocal opponent of marriage equality, surrogacy, IVF, and even divorce. Because, apparently, she believes that traditional family structures are the only way to go.
In a promotional video released earlier this year, the Greater Than campaign made their stance crystal clear. They argue that once husbands and wives became optional, mothers and fathers became replaceable. But let’s be real: this perspective is not just outdated, it’s downright harmful. “For a child, their mother and father are never optional; they are essential,” the video states. It’s a classic case of ignoring the realities of modern families and the diverse forms they take.
Hobby Lobby has a history of supporting organizations that aim to erode LGBTQ+ protections. The Southern Poverty Law Center has labeled the Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) as an “anti-LGBTQ+ hate group,” a title that ADF vehemently denies. But the connection between Hobby Lobby and these organizations is undeniable. The Servant Foundation, which is a significant source of funding for ADF, also bankrolled the “He Gets Us” ad campaign that aired during the Super Bowl in 2024-2025. Talk about a PR move!
As the LGBTQ+ community continues to fight for equal rights, the actions of Hobby Lobby and its founder serve as a stark reminder of the battles still ahead. With funding flowing into campaigns that seek to undermine marriage equality, it’s crucial for allies to stand up and make their voices heard. We may be in a battle, but love always wins in the end. Stay tuned, because this fight is far from over!