Information and Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Indianapolis
Founded in 1972 with the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of support, education, and advocacy.
PFLAG has over 400 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters crossing multiple generations of American families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas in all 50 states.
This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by PFLAG National, located in Washington, D.C., the National Board of Directors and 13 Regional Dire
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Seymour, Indiana Chapter
Founded in 1972 with the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of support, education, and advocacy.
PFLAG has over 400 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters crossing multiple generations of American families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas in all 50 states.
This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by PFLAG National, located in Washington, D.C., the National Board of Directors and 13 Regional Dire
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Indiana Transgender Network
Founded in 1972 with the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of support, education, and advocacy.
PFLAG has over 400 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters crossing multiple generations of American families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas in all 50 states.
This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by PFLAG National, located in Washington, D.C., the National Board of Directors and 13 Regional Dire
ndiana Youth Group (IYG) creates safe spaces, provides wellness programming, and educates LGBTQ youth and the community.
Outcomes underlying IYG's programming
For the present:
Self-acceptance, resilience, positive self-image, awareness of the LGBT community, the ability to support others, experience a safe environment, and have support away from home… especially if their home is negative
For the future:
Self-actualization, competency as adults, future leadership and advocacy for/in the LGBT community
Brief history
Indiana Youth Group (IYG) was founded in 1987 by a few members of the Gay and Lesbian Switchboard in response to the dismal suicide, homeless, and dropout rates of self-identified gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender youth in Indianapolis. Partners Chris Gonzalez and Jeff Werner were the primary founders and led IYG from its inception through the mid-1990s. Their vision and dedication is still vibrant.
In 1992 with help from the Health Foundation, IYG purchased its present facility at 2943 E. 46th Street in Indianapolis. In 1998 at the IYG Youth Quarterly Business Meeting, youth members voted to make the IYG Youth Center's location public.
Between 2000 and 2003, IYG's Executive Director expanded the programming, staff, and budget. With his departure the organization went through much reorganization and consolidation, ending with the board of director's mandate that the organization be mission-driven rather than grant-led.
In 2007 the Board of Directors reversed its prior decision and decided to pursue affiliation with the United Way. IYG's affiliation with United Way of Central Indiana was approved in December of 2008. Funding through the United Way's Community Fund began in July, 2011 adding a degree of stability long awaited.
In 2011, after applying three times and settling a law suit, IYG was approved by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles for a specialty license plate which was the first specialty plate issued for an LGBT youth services organization in the country! In March, 2012, after receiving a letter signed by 20 state senators, the BMV revoked the license plate without any hearing charging that IYG was selling the low-numbered plates instead of using them for thank you gifts.
This dark storm had a wonderfully rainbow lining. IYG gained a great amount of support from the community and tremendous exposure in the local and regional media. This resulted in an increase in donations and many requests for information and trainings. The license plate was reinstated in July of 2013.
The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Allied (GLBTA) communities of Indianapolis and surrounding areas are integral to the cultural and economic base of the city. Because the health of GLBTA business organizations is essential to the health of the city's economy as a whole, a voice is required to serve and promote our interest in the city's economic and cultural development. The Indy Rainbow Chamber is dedicated to providing this voice.
A volunteer organization, the Chamber relies on talent and energy contributed by members. We hope you will take a moment to browse our website, and whether you are a member or just thinking of joining, get involved by attending one of our After Hours functions or other events.
Mission
The Indianapolis Rainbow Chamber of Commerce seeks to:
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Promote businesses owned by, operated by, or supportive of the local GLBTA community.
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Promote GLBTA business participation in efforts to enhance economic development and quality of life.
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Promote public appreciation of the contribution made by the GLBTA business community.
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Promote a civic, economic, and cultural environment in which business and diversity flourish.
The Vision
...to be an organization of central stature that is an indispensable partner, and often a leader, in public and private initiatives to enhance business for the City of Indianapolis.
MISSION
The mission of the PRIDE Alliance of Columbus, Indiana is to build a community of inclusiveness, equality, and justice for all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
VISION
The PRIDE Alliance of Columbus, Indiana envisions a community of the future in which all persons are treated equal by all citizens – where social justice applies to all – where all persons are free to be who they are without fear of persecution or
ridicule. Such a community will not hinder the visibility of those persons who are in the minority and will foster understanding, acceptance, and respect of the LGBT community.
The PRIDE Alliance of Columbus, Indiana is working toward an inclusive community where everyone shares equally the benefits and obligations of a benevolent society and where we can all live to our fullest potential. We are committed to a safe and supportive Columbus where there is full equality and respect for individual dignity.
In this community of the future all citizens whether gay, lesbian,
straight, bisexual, transgender or questioning will learn to know and
respect each other as individuals, will stand together united for
justice and equality, and many collaborations and partnerships will
be formed with a cross section of other community groups to further
our vision.
WHO WE ARE
“The Tri-State Alliance (TSA) is the primary social service and educational organization that serves the diverse gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities of Southwestern Indiana, Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois. TSA works to educate our own community through a monthly newsletter and guest speakers, engages the media on relevant LGBT issues, and trains other public/social service organizations through a speakers bureau and diversity education.
TSA coordinates the regional LGBT Youth Group, HIV prevention targeting the gay community, and Lesbian Health Project services. The gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and straight-supporting allies who volunteer for TSA continue to serve the region’s LGBT community and its changing needs.”
To read our full Constitution and Bylaws, feel free to download the PDF edition.
WHAT WE DO
Tri-State Alliance (TSA) is a not-for-profit social service/education organization that serves gays, lesbians and bisexuals in Southwestern Indiana, Northwestern Kentucky and Southeastern Illinois.
TSA was formed in 1980 to meet the changing needs of the region’s gay and lesbian populations. TSA has a variety of committees and events that work to meet these needs. Major events sponsored by the group include the gay and lesbian youth prom, the summer pride picnic, the AIDS Art Auction and the AIDS Christmas Project.
Our strongest funding comes from you, our supporters. TSA requests donations be sent to our address listed above. Basic membership is $25 a year, more if you can afford it, less if you can’t. The TSA newsletter is mailed to our members, and can be picked up at numerous locations in Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky. The TSA Newsletter mailing list is strictly confidential and is not shared with anyone. As a 501c3 organization, all donations to TSA are tax
GLBT Resource Center of Michiana
The GLBT Resource Center of Michiana serves the GLBT community of the Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan areas, including South Bend, Mishawaka, Elkhart, La Porte, Buchanan, and Niles and everywhere in between!
We offer social and support groups for GLBT adults and youth.
Guiding Principles
We create and maintain the Center as a safe and nurturing environment for those individuals who know or are questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity.
We serve as a primary voice of advocacy for raising awareness of the contributions and challenges of GLBT people in Michiana.
We celebrate and cultivate the creativity, diversity, health and wellbeing within the individual, their relationships and our community.
We provide diverse learning opportunities, resources and support that enhance lives within the GLBT community and our allies as well as the whole of Michiana.
We foster unity through the development of collaborative relationships with regional GLBT Centers, supportive community organizations and businesses.
We strive to build a sustainable organization through financial responsibility, leadership development and transparent practices.