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Links to States: Alabama,
Alaska, Arizona,
Arkansas,
California (By City), Colorado,
Connecticut,
District of Columbia,
Florida,
Georgia,
Hawaii,
Illinois, Indiana,
Iowa, Maryland, Michigan,
Minnesota,
Missouri,
Montana,
Nebraska,
Nevada,
New Jersey, New York
(By City),
North Carolina,
North Dakota, Ohio,
Oregon, Pennsylvania,
South Carolina,
South Dakota,
Tennessee, Texas, Utah,
Vermont, Virginia,
Washington, West
Virginia, & Wisconsin |
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National Organization |
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NALGBTCC
National
Association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community
Centers
Maintains an
on-line directory of community centers!
| Welcome to the website of the National
Association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
Community Centers (NALGBTCC).
The National Association of LGBT Community Centers exists
to support and enhance lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgender (LGBT) community centers, which are engines of
community organizing and liberation, and crucial to the
health and strength of LGBT communities.
Today, there are over 150 community centers throughout
the country, with new centers forming on a regular basis.
Collectively, their combined membership, client base,
visitors, newsletter readership, and event attendees
represents one of the largest constituencies in the LGBT
movement. Centers are the primary point of contact for
people coming out, seeking LGBT health services, community
information and referrals. In many cities and towns,
community centers are the only local LGBT community
resource. Whether organizing for social change, providing
direct services, or educating the public, community centers
work more closely with their LGBT constituency and engage
more community leaders and decision makers than any other
LGBT network in the country.
The Association offers technical assistance, leadership
training, and networking opportunities to centers in all
stages of formation, and is a national voice for the LGBT
community centers movement. Programs and services include:
- National and regional conferences offering skills
building training and peer-to-peer networking to help
LGBT centers build their organizational, programmatic
and advocacy capacity.
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Association Staff available to provide one-on-one
support and information to centers.
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E-Newsletters and a website featuring a
Technical Assistance section and a
Directory of LGBT community centers across the
United States.
- Links to
Nonprofit Management Resources on a broad range of
capacity building topics.
- Easy-to-implement national programs like
Promote the Vote, the Association's LGBT
get-out-the-vote program designed to increase LGBT civic
participation.
- Research data and program development assistance on
LGBT health issues, like our partnership with the US
Centers for Disease Control – the
LGBT
Tobacco Prevention and Control Project - to help
centers improve the lives of LGBT people across the
country.
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States |
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Alabama |
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About
BAI
(Mobile, AL)
Bay Area Inclusion Community Center
(BAI) is a not-for-profit organization whose
mission is:
"To provide services which promote the
well-being of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered
(LGBT) community, to work to eliminate the conditions in
society which allow sexual prejudice and bias against gender
expression to exist, and to be a safe haven where everyone
is welcome."
BAI was founded in May of 2002 by a group
of LGBT people and their allies to address the unmet needs
of the LGBT community in Mobile. The needs that were
identified at that time were:
- A "centralized hub" to unite the
groups, organizations and services that already exist in
Mobile’s LGBT Community.
- An Information and Referral Hotline
to put community members and visitors in touch with
existing groups, organizations, and services that exist
in Mobile’s LGBT Community.
- Collaboration with services that
exist in the larger community in Mobile that do not meet
the needs of LGBT people who live and work in this
community.
- Advocacy for LGBT civil rights.
- A safe place for LGBT people and
organizations to meet and socialize.
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Alaska |
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Welcome
 Identity
is a Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Allied
organization based in Anchorage, Alaska and exists to build
the GLBTA community in Alaska by providing programs,
education, and collaboration that promotes the diversity of
sexual and gender identity. |
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Arizona |
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Our Mission
The
Prescott Pride Center
is dedicated to creating and sustaining strong connections
within the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered
community and to developing positive relationships with the
greater community.
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Wingspan -
Southern Arizona's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and
Transgender Community Center - Wingspan's mission is to provide
support, education and outreach and promote the acceptance, well
being and freedom of LGBT people. We envision a community in which
LGBT people: Are treated with dignity and respect; Live in a
community free from violence motivated by fear or hatred; Are free
to live openly with pride; Are celebrated in their full diversity;
Feel part of an organized, supportive, and active community; Are
empowered to fully participate as active citizens. |
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Arkansas |
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The
Northwest
Arkansas (NWA) Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered (GLBT)
Community Center will celebrate,
strengthen and support the GLBT community of Northwest Arkansas
across lines of sexual orientation, marital status, faith,
age, ethnicity, ability, gender and economics.
This mission will be achieved through advocacy, support and
education of the GLBT community in Northwest Arkansas. The
NWA GLBT Community Center will provide a safe and inclusive
atmosphere for information, education, support, advocacy and
resources for GLBT individuals and their allies. The NWA GLBT
Community Center will strive to serve as an umbrella
organization to link, for a better future, new and existing
organizations, cultures, and programs to meet the emerging needs of
the GLBT community in Northwest Arkansas.
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California (By City)
Berkeley,
Chico,
Concord,
Fairfield,
Garden Grove,
Hayward,
Long Beach,
Los Angeles,
Marin County,
Palm Springs,
Sacramento,
San Anselmo,
San Diego,
San Francisco,
San Jose,
San Luis Obispo,
Santa Barbara,
Santa Cruz,
Torrance,
Ventura |
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Berkeley
Mission & History
The
Pacific Center is an award winning, grassroots
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community center
serving the East Bay and Greater Bay Area. Founded in 1973 in
response to a brutal gay bashing incident in Oakland, the Pacific
Center is the oldest LGBT community center in the Bay Area and the
third oldest in the United States.
With our mission to foster and enhance the well-being and
self-respect of LGBT individuals, Pacific Center facilitates
acceptance, integration and celebration of queer sexual identity,
successfully builds community among queer people of the East Bay,
and promotes understanding and embracing of all queer people within
the general community.
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Chico
A Community Services Center
Serving the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender
Communities of Northern California Since 1990 |
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Concord
The Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa
County fosters a sense of community among LGBTQ
persons and enhances their lives by providing social opportunities,
health and wellness services, political and educational programs,
and is guided by a commitment to acceptance and equality.
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Fairfield
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Our mission is to promote
activities that foster the well being of the LGBTQ
people of Solano County by: |
- Building bridges with the
community that establish positive communication
and identity through such activities as:
- Organizing community
workshops, conferences, training and a
speaker's bureau
- Organizing a center
where there are planned, age-sensitive
activities that provide a safe place, free
of discrimination, where all people of
Solano County are encouraged to participate
- Providing free, or at
a nominal charge, informational brochures
and literature.
- Establishing a Human
Rights Mobile Service Center with the purpose of
bringing diversity training and support to
institutions such as schools, prisons, jails,
mental hospitals, and the workplace.
- Promoting information,
referrals, and age-appropriate services, as
needed, for the LGBTQ people in such areas as
health, legal, and available resources.
- Maximizing our
opportunities through building alliances with
other local and national LGBTQ organizations.
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Garden Grove
The Center Orange County
12752 Garden Grove Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92843
714.534.0862
Administration, Referrals, & Testing -
Suite 106
Counseling - Suite 103
Programs - Suite 101 |
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OUR MISSION AND HISTORY
The mission of The Center Orange County is to advocate on behalf of
the
Orange County LGBT community, and to provide services that ensure
its
well-being and positive identity.
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Hayward
The Lighthouse
(Hayward, CA) mission statement: To provide a safe and
substance-free meeting place with social, informational and community awareness programs
serving the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning community of all ages and
their friends.Site being
moved.
No workable web address as of 6/17/07
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Long Beach
 
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Our
Mission
The Gay and Lesbian Center of Greater Long Beach
provides services to support, inform and connect the
lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities
through programs of information and education, physical
and mental well-being, cultural and social activities,
and social justice. We advocate for the inclusion of all
individuals into a free and just community, without
judgment or restriction due to sexual orientation or
gender expression.
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Los Angeles
 
L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center - Exists to: EMPOWER people to lead full and
rewarding lives without limits based on sexual orientation and
gender identity, by providing the highest quality educational,
cultural, and wellness programs to residents of Los Angeles County;
HEAL the damage caused by discrimination based on sexual
orientation and gender identity, by providing the highest quality
health and social services to residents of Los Angeles County in
need; ADVOCATE full access and equality for all people
regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, by promoting
our communities' needs at local, state, and national levels; and
LEAD through example, by living our values, sharing our
expertise, and celebrating the full diversity of our lives,
families, and communities."
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Palm Springs
Welcome to the
Desert Pride Center — Palm Springs,
California
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Sacramento
"We strive to build a healthy, strong and diverse Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex community in the greater
Sacramento area by providing services, resources, support, education
and advocacy."
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San Anselmo
Our Mission:
Founded in 1982, Spectrum’s mission is to strengthen, mobilize, and
serve lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning people,
and promote acceptance, understanding, and full inclusion in Marin
County and the North Bay.
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San Diego
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The
mission of
The San Diego LGBT Community Center
shall be to enhance and sustain the health and
well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender and HIV communities by providing
activities, programs, and services that
- Create community,
- Empower community members,
- Provide essential resources,
- Advocate for civil and human
rights, and
- Embrace, promote and support
our cultural diversity.
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San Francisco
San Francisco Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and
Transgender Community Center - Home to a dynamic range of organizations and activities that
support the needs of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) individuals of every
race, gender, age, sexuality, and socio-economic status. The Center will support
activities that foster a positive sense of identity, purpose, social support and well
being among people and organizations. The Center will promote activities that further
define and advance the political, social and cultural agenda of the LGBT community. |
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San Jose
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San Luis Obispo
Serving the Gay, Lesbian,
Bisexual and Transgender community
in and around San Luis Obispo County.
GALA brings
people together!
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Santa Barbara
Pacific Pride Foundation
proudly provides services to the HIV/AIDS and
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender communities
of Santa Barbara County.
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Santa Cruz
Mission Statement
The Diversity Center is a community center dedicated to advancing
the causes and priorities of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,
intersex and questioning (LGBTIQ) individuals and their allies in
Santa Cruz County. |
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Torrance
THE
SOUTH BAY CENTER
provides a
focal point for the members of our community in the Los Angeles
South Bay for education, social interaction, personal growth,
political involvement, and strives to foster public understanding of
our community. The South Bay Center is Located in Torrance,
California, and serves Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan
Beach, Torrance, El Segundo, and the surrounding communities. |
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Ventura
Hello and
Welcome!
Established in 1993, the
Ventura County Rainbow
Alliance [VCRA]
has evolved into a
one-stop go-to place for
all things LGBT in
Ventura County.
Registered with the
State of California as a
non-profit 501(c)(3), we
are the only Ventura
County community-based
organization providing
direct client services
and programming designed
to meet the needs of the
LGBT communities and
those affected by
HIV/AIDS. The agency is
currently staffed by
full-time and part-time
employees along with an
expanding network of
community volunteers.
VCRA is governed by a
volunteer Board of
Directors that meets
monthly to set policy
and strategy.
Our mission is to expand
personal opportunities,
promote equality and
encourage healthy
lifestyles by providing
enrichment activities,
social services and
advocacy for Gay,
Lesbian, Bisexual,
Transgender and HIV/AIDS
affected individuals,
their families and
friends in Ventura
County.
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Colorado |
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Boulder's
LGBT Community Center
Our mission is to cultivate a visible, inclusive, and empowered
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ)
Community in order to achieve equality, respect, and well-being for
all LGBTQ people in Boulder County.
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Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender
Community Center of Colorado
(Denver) - Works to improve the lives of
individuals who affiliate with the GLBT movement by building a
healthy, inclusive, and empowered GLBT community; providing
opportunities for positive social interactions, community service
and personal development, and advocating for social justice.
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LCC is committed to creating an inclusive environment that promotes
understanding, acceptance, and appreciation of GLBT issues and
culture, while building equal opportunities for GLBT individuals
within the North Colorado And Southern Wyoming community.
(Fort Collins)
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 Welcome
to the
Pikes
Peak
Gay &
Lesbian
Community
Center!
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Our
Mission Statement
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"To create a sense of community and to promote
acceptance and understanding among lesbians, gay men,
bisexual, and transgendered people, and the
community-at-large." |
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Connecticut |
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In
service to the GLBTI Community since 1986 |
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The
Connecticut Pride Center
exists for the purpose of creating a safe and
welcomingplace for all Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual,
Transgendered and Intersex (GLBTI)people and our allies.
We strive to improve the quality of life and sense of
Community among GLBTI persons and organizations by
providing educational, cultural and social enrichment.
We promote equal opportunity, diversity and
inclusiveness
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Mission Statement
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The
NHGLCC advocates
equality and justice by educating the community about GLBT
issues, and providing a safe and accessible place for all
GLBT persons and their allies
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About Us
The
Triangle Community
Center is a non-profit
Connecticut corporation that provides
services to the
gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender community
that help strengthen their sense of pride,
identity and visibility as well as to work
with the Greater Fairfield County community
to foster understanding and awareness of
g/l/b/t issues.
16 River Street,
Norwalk, Connecticut
(Mechanic St.
Entrance)
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District of Columbia |
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The Center’s mission is to celebrate, strengthen, and
support community among the GLBT residents and
organizations of Metropolitan Washington, DC.
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Florida |
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The Gay &
Lesbian Community Center of South Florida (GLCCSF) is
an organizing force within the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender
community, serving as a source for information, education, advocacy
and support. The Center works to foster the
personal development and quality of life of the community it serves,
as well as to increase understanding and acceptance within the
greater South Florida community.
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Pride
Community Center of North
Central Florida
Serving
Alachua, Bradford, Clay, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist,
Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Marion,
Putnam, Suwannee and Union Counties with PRIDE!
The purpose of PCCNCF is to form an agency whose goals are:
(a) To
promote human care, educational and social activities directed
at furthering the well being and development of the transgendered, bisexual, lesbian and gay
community and people with related concerns.
(b) To be
instrumental in promoting a better understanding and unity
within the community and in the North Central Florida
geographical region.
(c) To rent,
own, or lease suitable real estate, buildings and any other
personal property that is deemed necessary for these purposes.
(d) To develop
educational and charitable programs and events designed to
fulfill the Purpose and Mission Statement.
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The
Gay and
Lesbian Community Center of Key West was created in
1998 with a mission
"To provide a location to
promote and strengthen the sense of community and identity of all
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender people in Key West"
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Gay • Lesbian • Bisexual
Community Center of Central Florida
Welcome
We've been working to support
you, your family, and friends since 1976. The Gay, Lesbian &
Bisexual Community Center of Central Florida started out as a Gay
Hotline. In 1987 we became the first Gay Community Center to open
its doors in Florida. Today you can visit us at 946 N. Mills Avenue
in Orlando or call us at 407.228.8272. Here is what you will
discover:
• Social & Support Groups
• Professional Counseling
• Transgender Support
• Business Referrals
• Free HIV Testing
• 12 Step Programs
• GLBT Library
• Information
• Health Fairs
• Events |
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Mission Statement
To provide services which
promote the well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and
transgender individuals, to work to eliminate the
conditions in society which allow homophobia to exist,
and to be a place where everyone is welcome.
We will accomplish this by:
- Providing a safe place for LGBT community life
- Providing services that promote well-being
- Building bridges to other communities and groups
- Advocate for LGBT issues and rights
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Georgia |
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First City Network, Inc. is a local, private, non-profit
community service organization charted in 1985 in Savannah by
concerned citizens seeking a gay and lesbian positive community.
First City Network serves as a forum to share strengths and ideas,
stimulate personal growth and provide social activities. We provide
national, state and local information and referral services for
health care, counseling, education, advocacy and mutual support.
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Hawaii |
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www.thecenterhawaii.org
Our
Mission
The
Center’s mission is to be a statewide organization providing
inter-island coordination, variety of programs and which advocates
full equality for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex
and Questioning Communities
of Hawaii.
Vision
Vision
Statement The Center’s vision is to be a statewide organization
centrally located, which coordinates, facilitates and develops
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Questioning
organizations or groups and creates bridges to the community at
large.
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Illinois |
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Vision & Mission
Following the advice of noted Chicago
architect Daniel Burnham,
Center on Halsted organizers early on decided they
would “make no small plans.” The Center’s vision reflects this
philosophy:
A
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender journey… celebrating,
affirming and discovering possibilities.
To achieve this vision and create a
place where people can come together to play, learn, and talk to one
another, the Center’s mission is as follows:
In a safe and
nurturing environment, the Center on Halsted serves as a catalyst
for the LGBT community that links and provides community resources,
and enriches life experiences.
These guiding messages inspire every
step of the way as Center on Halsted becomes a reality. The Center
will be an anchor for all facets of the LGBT community to congregate
freely in a safe, understanding and nurturing environment – with
support networks and programs that meet the cultural, emotional,
social, educational and recreational needs of LGBT persons, whether
youth, adults, seniors or families.
Above all, the Center will act as a
bridge between persons and between communities, enabling new
possibilities.
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 Since
its inception in 1989,
OPALGA (The Oak Park Area Lesbian and Gay
Association) has become one of the largest
community-based, multi-purpose lesbian and gay membership
organizations in Illinois. With 400+ contributing members, OPALGA is
among the largest organizations of any kind in the Oak Park area in
Illinois.
OPALGA’s mission is to improve the quality of life and
empower gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered
residents of the area through communications, education,
participation, celebration and understanding, thereby
incorporating our unique strengths and values into every
day life.
OPALGA strives to foster a community wide understanding
of the issues that gay, lesbian, bisexual and
transgender people face through direct outreach and
interaction with local community organizations.
OPALGA provides direct services for youth that includes
a weekly-drop-in center, HIV education and prevention,
and information that improves the well-being of area
youth. OPALGA has also hired a professional director to
oversee these youth programs. |
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Welcome to the
Community Alliance & Action Network!
“We are here...” for you!
We provide programming, support and outreach services for the
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning community.
We
hope you’ll visit your community center at 68 N. Chicago St. in
downtown Joliet to participate in our events and activities, get
information and support, and/or help out the cause! |
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Quad Citians Affirming Diversity
"Out for Good" |
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Mission Statement: Quad Citians Affirming Diversity brings
gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and straight people
together to build an inclusive community through support,
education and advocacy. |
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Welcome to
Diversity of Rockford, IL!
Diversity of Rockford is a
non-profit organization that serves the lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgendered (LGBT) community in the Rockford area, as well as
their friends and family, and questioning individuals. Our purpose
is to provide support, education, awareness, resources, and advocacy
for human rights.
Our community organization is funded by public and
private grants, membership dues, and donations. The money is used
for educational programs, support programs, and general operating
costs. The success of Diversity is strongly supported by volunteers
who are dedicated to improving the lives of those in the community.
Regardless of your sexual orientation, Diversity of
Rockford provides a safe place to browse our center, attend a
support group, or attend social events. Our Resource Center
features a referral and resource file for gay-friendly Rockford area
businesses and services. All are welcome to join Diversity and
enjoy its benefits.
Site
Temporarily Disabled - 8/26/07 |
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Indiana |
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About Us
The
Bloomington Beacon Center will
provide a safe, welcoming and positive space for gay, lesbian,
bisexual, transgender and questioning (GLBTQ) people, their families
and allies.
The center will strive to: build networks of support; deliver
services; and provide educational, recreational, economic, cultural
and volunteer opportunities, regardless of race, class, sex, gender,
sexual orientation, disability, age or religion.
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Iowa |
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Statement |
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This site is intended for the support and entertainment
of gays, lesbians, bisexuals, transgendered and allies
in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and surrounding areas. Our purpose
is to provide an information and referral center for the
mutual support of gays, lesbians, bisexuals,
transgendered persons, their families, friends, allies
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The
Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center has
been helping build community since 1984 through our support groups
and services. We're located at 3839 Merle Hay Road in Des
Moines, Iowa.
We provide a wide range of social groups and activities throughout
the year. Our learning library includes books, periodicals and
other media available for check out. We can also provide speakers
for events as needed.
The LGBT Center is staffed by volunteers and always looking for new
help to support our growing list of groups.
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 A
Gay Lesbian Bi-sexual Trans-gendered community that assists in
spanning and providing passage over a gap or barrier
and forming a connecting link
to two sides.
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Maryland |
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The
Gay,
Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Community Center of
Baltimore and Central Maryland (GLCCB, or, the Center)
seeks to achieve equality, understanding, and respect for
the diversity of the greater Baltimore GLBT community while
also providing quality support services, facilities, and
professional resources for the development and well-being of
individuals and groups.
Since 1977 the Center has touched the lives of many
individuals through equality advocacy, social events,
benefits, support groups, and health forums – making it one
of the oldest GLBT organizations in the country. The GLCCB
furthers its impact by collaborating with community
organizations that address a variety of health, recovery,
mental health, legal, political, and social issues.
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Michigan |
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OUR VISION
Affirmations is the hub of the community. We celebrate
wellness, personal growth and development, centered in a
state of the art, multi-use facility that is financially
secure.
OUR
MISSION
To provide a welcoming place to everyday people, where they
can have fun, learn, socialize, grow, be supported and find
acceptance.
OUR
PHILOSOPHY
Affirmations Lesbian and Gay Community Center was
founded on the philosophy that "gay is good, you are not
alone." This philosophy has expanded to include bisexual and
transgender individuals in addition to lesbians and gay men.
Affirmations strives to create an atmosphere of safety and
acceptance for all people. Our focus is on helping lesbian,
gay, bisexual and transgender individuals find and develop
community where we value and respect our selves and others.
Affirmations philosophy promotes the principle of
empowerment and educates volunteers to utilize
strength-based and holistic
approaches. Through training in the basic operations of the
center, listening, communication, empathy, problem solving,
facilitation, and other appropriate skills, interested and
dedicated individuals can successfully volunteer at
Affirmations. |
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Mission Statement
Serving the LGBT communities of Western Michigan
through networking, referrals, and resources . |
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Statement of Guiding
Principles
We seek to improve the lives of all people in the
greater community so that each, with no
discrimination, may live in an environment that is
welcoming, healthy, safe, and respectful of the
differences that are present in a diverse society.
Every person is called individually to develop these
qualities, even when opposed by the majority, in the
continuing work of finding our commonalities while
celebrating our diversities. |
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The Resource Center
serves Southwest Michigan with:
Educational
outreach to the greater community
Evening/weekend hotline, local and toll-free
Diversity-in-the-workplace trainings
Resource information and support
Sponsored community activities
Facilitator-led youth group
Speakers bureaus
Please pardon our dust while we
undergo a redesign of our website. We will
still have updates and information available
here for you. You may contact us via the
“Contact” page.
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Minnesota |
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What is our mission? "To create a sense of community and promote
education and social activities aimed at furthering the social,
emotional, and physical well-being and development of the GLBT
community in the Red River Valley."
The Pride Collective and Community Center will realize its
mission in part by providing space for GLBT and allied groups to
meet and assisting with advertising the existence and schedules of
these groups. |
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GAY LESBIAN COMMUNITY
SERVICES OF SOUTHEAST MINNESOTA
GLCS is a volunteer service organization reaching
out to the gay, lesbian, transgender and bisexual community, their
families, friends and any concerned persons or groups. Formed
in 1980, Gay Lesbian Community Services provides a focal point for
support and communication for gay, lesbian, transgender and bisexual
persons. GLCS also provides education on issues related to sexual
orientation and gender identity to the larger community in Southeast
Minnesota. GLCS works closely with area human and social
service agencies, educational institutions, churches and other
organziations to provide its services of support and education to
any interested persons. |
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THE
NORTHLAND GAY MEN'S CENTER
The mission of the Northland
Gay Men's center is to provide information, referral and support in
an atmosphere of caring, openness and tolerance of diversity for all
persons of our region regardless of sexual orientation or identity.
Furthermore, the Northland Gay Men's Center seeks to work with the
community-at-large to end oppression and discrimination and create a
positive environment of physical and mental well-being, while
building solidarity in the gay community.
Our goal is to provide gay,
bisexual and transgender men a sense of community and an avenue to
explore and affirm their life in an environment free from the
external influences of chemicals and a judgmental society.
The Northland Gay Men's Center is an all-volunteer
organization that was established in 1992 to fulfill the expressed
needs of gay and bisexual men in the Duluth/Superior area. It is a
chemical-free, smoke-free environment in which you can socialize,
organize...or just hang out!
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The
Mid-Missouri Center
Project strives to encourage
respect, safety, inclusion, and compassion among
people of all sexual orientations and/or
identities. The Center Project exists to foster
greater understanding, visibility, support, and
appreciation of the lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, queer, questioning, and ally
community (LGBTQQA) in mid-Missouri. The Center
Project promotes unity by providing educational
outreach, community activities, a resource
center, and a variety of support services.
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Our Mission
To create, support and provide
vital and timely resources and services for the
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and
Straight-Allied communities of greater Kansas City.
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Gay & Lesbian Community Center of the Ozarks
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The Gay and Lesbian Community
Center of the Ozarks supports the
well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender
(GLBT) persons in the greater Springfield, Missouri
region by organizing and sponsoring community activities
and by increasing public understanding and appreciation
of GLBT citizens.
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The mission of
The
Lesbian Gay Bi Transgender Community Center of Metropolitan St.
Louis is to provide service to the lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender, questioning and ally community of St. Louis
and its surrounding areas through education, outreach, healthy
living and community building.
Our plan is to have a facility with a
library, computer area, community calendar, website, meeting rooms,
and a lounge in an effort to create a safe and supportive as well as
positive environment for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,
and questioning (LGBTQ) community in the metropolitan St. Louis
area. The Center will be staffed full-time to allow the community
to have a chance to enjoy and receive the resources and assistance
they need. Volunteer staff members will be available to assist the
full-time individuals. This overall plan is just Tier 1 of our
3-Tier plan of development.
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Montana |
In Montana, where opportunities to socialize with other
GLBTI (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex)
people are few, a Community Center is a valuable resource.
After much work by as task force made up of many of people,
The Western Montana Gay and Lesbian Community Center (WMGLCC)
opened in Missoula, Montana October 11, 1999. The WMGLCC
supports the work of all community members to create &
sustain a healthy community in Western Montana.
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Nebraska |
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Welcome
The
GLBT
Center invites you to join us in making a difference in
the lives of thousands of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender
people.
Since 1997 the GLBT Center has served as a sanctuary and haven for
our communities, providing helpful programs, services, resources,
and outreach, as well as meeting space to individuals and
organizations.
The GLBT Center touches many lives. We invite you to learn more and
join us in making a difference.
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Nevada |
 
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Our Mission Statement
The Gay and Lesbian
Community Center of Southern Nevada is a community- based
organization which supports and promotes activities directed
at furthering the well being, positive image, and human
rights of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender
community and its allies in Southern Nevada.
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Rainbow Place is
dedicated to the unity, self
awareness, respect, dignity, and
health of the diverse gay, lesbian,
bisexual, transgender, HIV Positive
and questioning community."
Our Community Center is primarily
a safe haven and supportive space
where GLBTQ people and our allies
can come together in a safe and
casual atmosphere. |
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New Jersey |
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 The
Pride Center of New Jersey, Inc. has been
fulfilling the support and social needs of thousands of lesbian,
gay, bisexual, transgendered, and intersexed people since first
opening its doors in 1994.
A fast-growing community center located in North Brunswick, The
Pride Center provides a "safe space" for the LGBTIQ community: a
place to learn about our community from a vast array of resources, a
place to socialize and meet new friends, and a place to gain
acceptance and understanding of your gender and sexual identity in
an comfortable setting.
The Pride Center offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere and a
knowledgeable and helpful staff. Whether New Jersey's LGBTIQ
community is new or familiar to you, The Pride Center is a place to
call home and return to again and again |
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New York (By
City)
Albany,
Buffalo,
New York City,
White Plains,
Woodside |
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Albany
The Capital
District Gay and Lesbian Community Council (CDGLCC)
is a member-based organization devoted to serving the Capital
District's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT)
community. Located in Albany, NY, the Council has been serving the
Capital District for over thirty years. We provide numerous programs
and activities including youth and peer support groups, cultural
events, commUNITY (our publication), Capital Pride, The Rainbow
Café, as well as workshops and seminars on issues of concern to the
community such as health, personal finance and family/legal matters.
We are also home to a number of recovery groups that serve the
LGBT community. |
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Buffalo
Welcome to the Pride Center of Western
New York website. We are glad you chose to visit us and find out
more information on the programs and services we offer. The Pride
Center of Western New York, Inc., is a 501(c)3 not for profit
organization. The mission of the Center is to work with the
community to make Western New York a safe, healthy and satisfying
place for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender people to
live, work and establish their families. By working with
organizations, businesses and individuals, the Pride Center of
Western New York strives to:
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Refer
individuals and groups to LGBT organizations and allied
organizations for health care, legal issues and other needed
assistance.
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Enhance
communication between organizations and businesses to make their
mission and services known to each other and to the larger
community.
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Develop
leadership within the community.
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Strengthen
vehicles of communication and information.
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Expand the
visibility of LGBT issues and accomplishments, and educate the
general public about the value that the LGBT community has in
our society.
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Provide a
safe, secure and private environment for groups and
organizations to meet, allowing them to increase their impact on
the community
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New York City
The New York Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community
Center provides a home for the birth, nurture and celebration of our
organizations, institutions and culture; cares for our individuals
and groups in need; educates the public and our community; and
empowers our individuals and groups to achieve their fullest
potential. |
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The
LOFT's History and
Mission
Located in White Plains (Westchester County), New
York, The LOFT is a not-for-profit, community-based
organization serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and
transgendered community of the lower Hudson Valley.
The LOFT works to further the cause for inclusion,
diversity and pride through education, advocacy and
celebration.
The LOFT was officially born in October 1983 as a
meeting place for gay and lesbian groups and
organizations. Before then, there was simply a
hotline providing information to our community. The
organization has moved twice in the past five years
to accommodate the growing needs of the community.
The LOFT boasts a current membership of over 500.
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Woodside
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Diversity Center of
Queens
Queens Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and
Transgender Community Center
76-11 37th Avenue, Suite 206 |
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Tel.:
718 429-5309 |
Fax:
718
429-5013 |
DIVERSITY
CENTER OF QUEENS (DCQ), a center for the LGBT
communities of Queens, was established in Queens Borough
Hall in September 1997 to provide for the needs of
lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered people in the
borough. In May of 2001, we opened our current site in
Woodside. DIVERSITY CENTER also houses Queer Links, our
resource referral program, under the direction of DCQ
coordinator of programs and services Carlos Arboleda and
President/Acting Executive Director Charles Ober.
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North Carolina |
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The Center is your place for
Social Events, Support Groups,
Arts & Culture, Health Services,
Film Series, Event Space, & Newcomer
Information. |
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- To
develop a network of educational, medical,
social, support, and emergency services that
will enhance the quality of life of each member
of our communities.
- To
develop methods to encourage understanding of
lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender
communities in the community at-large.
- To
secure and manage a physical structure to
support the activities of the organization that
will provide space for meetings, office, and
social areas to assure the maximizing of scarce
resources and to facilitate safe community
interactions.
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OutWilmington Community Center:
Informing, supporting, and celebrating Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning individuals by
providing resources and education for all people working
towards an enlightened and diverse community. 317
Castle Street Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
910-762-4717 |
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North
Dakota |
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See the PRIDE Collective & Community Center
that also serves Fargo
It is listed in Minnesota
Fargo-Moorhead and the Red River Valley
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Ohio |
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Our Mission
It is The Center’s goal to foster empowerment in each
individual who walks through our doors and give everyone
a better sense of the GLBT (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual,
Transgender) community spirit.
We believe in order to provide a safe and nurturing
community for individuals, groups, and organizations it
is vital to keep your center alive and vibrant. With
this foremost in mind, we can fulfill and assist your
needs emotionally, culturally and educationally.
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Our Mission
Founded in 1975, the Center is a community-based non-profit agency
working toward a society free of homophobia and gender oppression by
advancing the respect, human rights and dignity of the lesbian, gay,
bisexual and transgender communities.
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The
Greater Dayton LGBT Center seeks to create programs
and services that enhance the quality of life for sexual minorities
in the city of Dayton, Ohio, and its surrounding areas
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The Pride Center is an Open community for Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals,
Transgendered People and our friends and family. You are welcome
here.
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