Gay & Lesbian Community Center

“A copy of the form 990 is given to the board for their review.”

“The board is required to complete the conflict of interest form annually.”

“The board of directors considers comparability data for the relevant market prior to establishing and approving pay rates for management and key personnel.”

“The board of directors considers comparability data for the relevant market prior to establishing and approving pay rates for management and key personnel.”

“AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.”

“The center brings together programs, resources, and services to meet the needs of our community and the community around us. We function as the heart and home of the lgbtqia+ community by making connections, delivering programs, and providing a safe space for health and wellness, social services, arts and culture, advocacy, and community building. Ongoing center programs support lgbtqia+ youth, adults, families, seniors, vets, people with disabilities, those living with hiv, and those who are underserved. Additionally, we are proud to offer the center advocacy network, the first nationally accredited program of its kind with a focus on lgbtqia+ issues for victim advocacy.”

“Programs: youth and family youth drop-in hours our after-school drop-in hours provide a supportive and engaging environment for lgbtq+ youth. Held from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm, these sessions offer various activities and support for different age groups. Additionally, special activities such as game nights, movie nights, and art projects are sometimes scheduled for wednesdays or fridays, enhancing the drop-in experience with creative and fun opportunities. Youth and family therapeutic support groups our lgbtq+ youth and family therapeutic support groups, held once per month, provide a safe and supportive environment where families can receive help together while benefiting from separate spaces tailored to their unique needs. Our lgbtq+ youth group, facilitated by a licensed therapist, allows young people to express themselves, explore their identities, and build resilience. Simultaneously, our parent and family groups offer essential peer support, helping parents navigate the challenges of parenting lgbtq+ children and providing them with the support they need for their own well-being. Qvolution youth program qvolution is designed to meet the social, support, recreation, and development needs of lgbtqia+ and ally youth, ages 13 to 24. We're working to prepare our youth for the world and prepare the world for our youth youth activity nights in the drop-in are supportive, educational, and social spaces for lgbtqia+ & ally youth. Qkids qkids is a once-per-month space designed to support and celebrate lgbtq+ youth aged 12 and under, alongside their families. This initiative aims to foster a vibrant, inclusive environment where children can explore and express their identities freely through creative play and interaction. Simultaneously, it provides a crucial support network for parents and caregivers, enabling them to connect, share experiences, and access resources within a community of understanding peers. Pivot pivot encourages families to be more accepting of their children and stay together with healthy, positive outcomes. This 6-week group for youth and caregivers answers questions and provides support through a safe, confidential, constructive space to address fear and concerns about what it means to identify as lgbtqia+, encourages personal growth and offers community to support individual journeys. Comprehensive sex education youth ages 13 to 18 can receive (with parental consent) free sex education classes that cover contraception, consent, identity formation, and understanding of hiv/sti prevention, featuring the core values of abstinence, protection, and pregnancy prevention in an lgbtqia+-inclusive and gender-neutral environment. Social cirkish social cirkish, generously funded by the john c. Kish foundation, offers a vibrant series of free circus skill classes for youth ages 10 to 19. Participants can explore a variety of exciting disciplines, including juggling, clowning, high wire, acrobatics, and more. These classes provide a unique opportunity for youth to develop new skills, build confidence, and engage in a supportive and creative community. Seniors act iii senior drop-in the center's actiii (aging communities together) program provides a safe, fun, and inclusive space for adults aged 50 and up to enjoy a variety of activities monday, wednesday and thursday from 10 am to 2 pm. Participants can engage in games, watch films, and attend educational sessions with their peers throughout the week. The senior drop-in program is free and welcomes lgbtqia+ individuals and allies, fostering a sense of community and connection among older adults. Men's monday game day game day join us every monday for a fun-filled time playing games with old and new friends. Current popular games include canasta, mexican dominoes, and scrabble. Have a different game in mind? Feel free to introduce us to your favorite game and share the excitement with everyone wize womyn's wednesday the wize womyn group is a dynamic community for senior lesbia”