How You Can Help - Los Angeles LGBT Center

How You Can Help
Join our community of support.

Help us build a world where LGBT thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.

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The Center is a social safety net for people who are falling through the cracks.

MAKE A DONATION

Your gift ensures that life-changing, life-saving programs and services are available for the most vulnerable members of our community. Make your one-time or monthly donation now. For amounts of $1,500 or more, become a sustaining donor.

You also can make a donation in someone's honor, in memory of a loved one, or celebrating a wedding or other significant life event by selecting that option on the main donation page. Special custom donation pages can also be made by request - just email [email protected]

Your donation of gently used clothes, and new underwear and socks, helps the many LGBT youth who rely on the Center. Learn how to donate here.

Donating appreciated securities, such as stocks or mutual funds, is a tax-wise approach to supporting the work of the Center. Learn more here.

VOLUNTEER

Our amazing and dedicated volunteers give their time and service every day to help build a world where LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society. As the largest LGBT organization in the world, we have lots of opportunities for you to get involved. Learn more by attending our next volunteer orientation.

SHOW OFF YOUR CENTER!

Get some Center swag into your life! From T-shirts to bumper stickers, travel mugs, and more - get yours now in our online store.

JOIN A NETWORKING GROUP

Our networking groups offer you fun and unique ways to connect to the Center community. The Los Angeles Women's Network (LAWN) is a diverse membership group that supports the Center's vital services for women and girls by providing opportunities for service, education, and networking. The Young Professionals Council (YPC) cultivates future generations of LGBT leaders and allies by fostering a culture of service, advocacy, diversity, and community. Join today!

JOIN OUR CIRCLE OF LIFE WITH YOUR LEGACY GIFT

By including the Center in your estate plan or making another type of planned gift, you are helping to ensure a strong future for the organization. Your gift means that we will be here to help the most vulnerable members of our community. Learn more about the Center's Circle of Life here.

BECOME A CORPORATE SPONSOR

As a corporate supporter, you’ll have access to our full slate of marketing and branding opportunities while aligning your brand with the values that make the Center special: leadership, innovation, integrity, respect, and excellence. Learn more here.

RIDE 545

AIDS/LifeCycle is a fully supported, 7-day bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles that helps support the Center's HIV/AIDS-related programs and services. This landmark ride through beautiful California delivers a life-changing experience for thousands of participants from all backgrounds and fitness levels united by a common desire to do something heroic. Whether you're considering your first ride or are a seasoned veteran, we want you with us on AIDS/LifeCycle.

BECOME A HOST HOME

Help provide supportive, short-term housing for an LGBTQ youth age 18 to 24 who is experiencing housing instability as an interim step in their long-term housing plan. Youth are given weekly case management support and matches are on shared interests and goals that will create the foundation for lasting, meaningful relationships.