Despite our astoundingly difficult times, fans and patrons of LGBTQ Bay Area bars and nightclubs were extraordinarily generous to multiple fundraising efforts in 2020, donating nearly $400,000. This is in addition to the SF Queer Nightlife Fund's more than $300,000 raised. You can still donate to help your favorite venues survive. 440 Castro 440 Castro St. The popular bar —a frequent B.A.R. Bestie winner, is not just for bears, but welcome to all— participated in the outdoor dining and drinks experience, with a terrific-hand-built parklet, before the second shutdown. They're currently offering artwork by Pete Doolittle as part if their fundraiser. "It has been a difficult year to say the least and it fills us with gratitude that you've been there for us these last few month," said the owners in their fundraiser statement. "It has reminded us that 440 isn't just another bar but a staple in the LGBTQ community. It's shown how we can all come together and adapt to change."