Community Resources: support

Following three years of planning and fund-raising, the Steps Alano Club proudly opened its doors on December 20, 1989. Since then, the Steps Alano Club has provided a safe space for LGBTQ+ in recovery. Steps Alano Club is located at  3974 Humphrey St. and there are more than 20 meetings held at the Club each weekThe club is home to one of the oldest Gay Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in the nation, dating from 1974.

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Founded 25 years ago, the St. Louis Gender Foundation strives to provide a safe place for people to explore their gender differences. Gender Foundation meetings provide our members an opportunity to network with other individuals exploring similar feelings and provide educational programs from experts in the fields of interest to our members.

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Vivent Health has been at the forefront of the fight against HIV since the earliest days of the epidemic. At the center of all we do are our nationally-renowned efforts to provide the best patient-centered model of care possible. We champion the needs of our patients and care for them with the utmost respect.

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Youth partnering with community for social justice and health represents the vision for The SPOT. True to this vision, The SPOT welcomes ALL youth (13-24) and responds to their particular needs through a comprehensive model of health and social services.

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Rainbow Alliance is a chartered student organization at St. Louis University committed to supporting and advocating for the members and allies of the queer community at SLU and beyond.

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Project ARK’s mission is to be a leader in providing services that enhance the lives of children, youth, women, and families infected, affected, and at-risk of HIV disease through coordination of medical care, social support, and prevention services.

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PFLAG is a national support group for parents, families and friends of lesbians and gays. Free of charge, open to the public.

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Team Saint Louis is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community where LGBTQ+ individuals can thrive through sports programming and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Their mission is to provide a safe and welcoming environment free from discrimination, where individuals of all identities can come together to engage in physical activity, build connections, and celebrate diversity. Through commitment to inclusivity and empowerment, Team Saint Louis aims to promote wellness, acceptance, and unity within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.

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Lavender Lotus is a supportive network organization based in the St. Louis area for Asian & Pacific Islander American individuals who identify as LGBTIQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, questioning, etc.). We organize activities that range from potlucks, movie nights, bike rides, casual afternoons at a coffeehouse, etc., as well as partake in events at the annual Pridefest.

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