Community Resources
A collection of nonprofit organizations and community services dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in West Michigan.
Nonprofit Organizations
Lowell Pride
Grand Rapids Women's Chorus
Friendship Miles
Protest for Progress
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. GIFT Grand Rapids is for you.
The Grand Rapids Red Project
Grand Rapids Pride Center
Since 1988, the Grand Rapids Pride Center has worked to create positive change for the 2-SLGBTQ+ community.
Queer Theater Kalamazoo
OutFront Kalamazoo
West Michigan Voices of Pride
Out On The Lakeshore
Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium
Advocating to eliminate healthcare disparities for LGBTQIA+ folx in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Grand Rapids Trans Foundation
Voices of Flat River Pride
Community Services
West Michigan Voices of Pride
Amplifying LGBTQ+ voices and creating community through the power of music
Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium
Advocating to eliminate healthcare disparities for LGBTQIA+ folx in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Grand Rapids Trans Foundation
Grand Rapids Trans Foundation is dedicated to nurturing and sustaining Trans futures by creating equitable opportunities, removing barriers, and fostering community.
Friendship Miles
Encouraging the running community to embrace friendship & inclusivity through conversational running.
Grand Rapids Pitbull Alliance
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
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 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
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'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, 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
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
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
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 (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
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 are now available at Lotus Brew, provided by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Community Pantry
Free pantry stocked with non-perishable food items, hygiene products, and essential supplies
POP OF GOOD at Transfigure Print Co.
Coats, toiletries, and food
TRANSportation Program
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).
Know a resource we should add?
Help us grow this list by suggesting other organizations that support our community.
Suggest a Resource