Community Resources

A collection of nonprofit organizations and community services dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in West Michigan.

Nonprofit Organizations

Lowell Pride

Lowell Pride

Nonprofit

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Grand Rapids Women's Chorus

Grand Rapids Women's Chorus

Nonprofit

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Friendship Miles

Friendship Miles

Nonprofit

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Protest for Progress

Protest for Progress

Nonprofit

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GIFT Grand Rapids
GIFT Grand Rapids

GIFT Grand Rapids

Nonprofit

GIFT (Gays in Faith Together) is an organization that affirms and supports LGBTQIA+ people of faith. We provide support groups, social events, education, and consultation for LGBTQIA+ adults and allies throughout the area. We believe that faith is important, that we were created to support each other in community, and that we have far more in common than we do differences. GIFT Grand Rapids is for you.

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The Grand Rapids Red Project

The Grand Rapids Red Project

Nonprofit

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Grand Rapids Pride Center
Grand Rapids Pride Center

Grand Rapids Pride Center

Nonprofit

Since 1988, the Grand Rapids Pride Center has worked to create positive change for the 2-SLGBTQ+ community.

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Queer Theater Kalamazoo

Queer Theater Kalamazoo

Nonprofit

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OutFront Kalamazoo
OutFront Kalamazoo

OutFront Kalamazoo

Nonprofit

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West Michigan Voices of Pride
West Michigan Voices of Pride

West Michigan Voices of Pride

Nonprofit

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Out On The Lakeshore

Out On The Lakeshore

Nonprofit

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Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium

Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium

Nonprofit

Advocating to eliminate healthcare disparities for LGBTQIA+ folx in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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Grand Rapids Trans Foundation
Grand Rapids Trans Foundation

Grand Rapids Trans Foundation

Nonprofit

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Voices of Flat River Pride

Voices of Flat River Pride

Nonprofit

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Community Services

West Michigan Voices of Pride

West Michigan Voices of Pride

Service

Amplifying LGBTQ+ voices and creating community through the power of music

Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium

Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium

Service

Advocating to eliminate healthcare disparities for LGBTQIA+ folx in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Grand Rapids Trans Foundation

Grand Rapids Trans Foundation

Service

Grand Rapids Trans Foundation is dedicated to nurturing and sustaining Trans futures by creating equitable opportunities, removing barriers, and fostering community.

Friendship Miles

Friendship Miles

Service

Encouraging the running community to embrace friendship & inclusivity through conversational running.

Grand Rapids Pitbull Alliance

Grand Rapids Pitbull Alliance

Service

Grand Rapids Pitbull Alliance is a resource to assist families who are facing financial hardship and barriers with their pets. Our goal is keeping pets with their families.

Queer Weddings in Michigan

Queer Weddings in Michigan

Service

A safe place for couples and wedding vendors to connect and support the community. A place for you to be your authentic self!

The Grand Rapids Red Project

The Grand Rapids Red Project

Service

The Grand Rapids Red Project is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to improving health, reducing harm, and preventing HIV. Since 1998, we have served the state of Michigan by providing people with access to the tools, information, resources, and support that one needs to stay healthy. We are also advocates - we work to improve the lives of our participants by encouraging legislative change, and to challenge stigma and social norms.

Grand Rapids Red Project Mobile Health Unit

Grand Rapids Red Project Mobile Health Unit

Service

The Grand Rapids Red Project Mobile Health Unit is a mobile health clinic that provides free Narcan, Harm Reduction supplies, and firsthand knowledge from Harm Reduction Educators.

Lowell Pride

Lowell Pride

Service

Lowell Pride's mission is to create a safe and welcoming environment for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. We aim to raise awareness, provide resources, and advocate for the rights and well-being of the LGBTQIA+ community through various events, programs, and initiatives, striving to foster acceptance, education, and empowerment. Even in a small town like Lowell, Michigan - know that you are loved and deserve to have a place where you can feel free to be yourself. Be bold. Be Free. Be You!

Grand Rapids Women's Chorus

Grand Rapids Women's Chorus

Service

Grand Rapids Women's Chorus, giving a joyful voice to women's lives. We sing choral music that celebrates the rich diversity of women of all races, ages, cultures and traditions. The Grand Rapids Women's Chorus is an energetic group of volunteers who are passionately dedicated to singing music that delights, uplifts and educates our community. We believe music is a powerful tool to promote equality and social justice, and that all our lives are enriched by experiencing the power of performing arts.

OutFront Kalamazoo

OutFront Kalamazoo

Service

Since 1987, OutFront Kalamazoo has worked to advance social justice, build coalitions, change hearts and open minds so that all people in Southwest Michigan can live authentically and free from discrimination - regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. OutFront Kalamazoo provides a safe and welcoming environment with a wide range of programs and services. We offer a place to be seen and heard and an opportunity to join with others who desire to live unapologetically, #AlwaysOutFront.

Protest for Progress

Protest for Progress

Service

We are a local group of advocates for equality and justice. Raising awareness and protesting against anti-2S-LGBTQIA+ legislative bills is our focus. We have the signs, just need hands to hold them. Sundays from 1-3 at Monument Park! *Cancelled if rain*

Grand Rapids Pride Center

Grand Rapids Pride Center

Service

The Grand Rapids Pride Center works to create positive change for the 2-SLGBTQ+ community by breaking down barriers, creating awareness, providing inclusive services, and bridging relationships.

GIFT Grand Rapids

GIFT Grand Rapids

Service
GIFT Grand Rapids
Hosted by Nonprofit GIFT Grand Rapids

GIFT (Gays in Faith Together) is an organization that affirms and supports LGBTQIA+ people of faith. We provide support groups, social events, education, and consultation for LGBTQIA+ adults and allies throughout the area. We believe that faith is important, that we were created to support each other in community, and that we have far more in common than we do differences.

Banned Book Library

Banned Book Library

Service
Lotus Brew Coffee Shop / Dry Bar
Hosted by Nonprofit Lotus Brew Coffee Shop / Dry Bar

A library of books that have been banned or challenged in various communities, particularly books covering LGBTQIA+ culture and history

Condoms, lube, and contraceptives

Condoms, lube, and contraceptives

Service
Lotus Brew Coffee Shop / Dry Bar
Hosted by Nonprofit Lotus Brew Coffee Shop / Dry Bar

Condoms, lube, and contraceptives are now available at Lotus Brew, provided by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Community Pantry

Community Pantry

Service
Lotus Brew Coffee Shop / Dry Bar
Hosted by Nonprofit Lotus Brew Coffee Shop / Dry Bar

Free pantry stocked with non-perishable food items, hygiene products, and essential supplies

POP OF GOOD at Transfigure Print Co.

POP OF GOOD at Transfigure Print Co.

Service
Transfigure Print Co
Hosted by Nonprofit Transfigure Print Co

Coats, toiletries, and food

TRANSportation Program

TRANSportation Program

Service
Grand Rapids Trans Foundation
Hosted by Nonprofit Grand Rapids Trans Foundation

The TRANSportation Program provides FREE transportation-related support to the local Trans & Nonbinary community. Currently, program support is limited to renewable monthly bus fare (The Rapid) and Uber rides (for specific appointments that are not accessible via other methods).

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