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The Grand Rapids Pride Center aims to be at the center of a vibrant and inclusive community that supports all LGBTQ individuals.

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Mar 20

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Mar 18

Children's Group at 10:30am is cancelled today 3/18/23!! Stay safe out there!

Image description: A light blue background with light snow falling with 4 large snowflakes. Text reads: Children's group is cancelled! Due to Snow.

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Mar 17

On Monday, March 20th, The Grand Rapids Pride Center will be hosting a plant event for young adults in the 2-SLGBTQ+ community to express their creativity and get some succulents!

The group meets from 7-9 pm every other Monday, although there is no commitment to join with this event. For more information about the event or the group please contact info@grpride.org or (616) 458-3511

Image description: A tan background with text that says, “Aloe there! Come join the young adult group (18-25) in painting plant pots and planting succulents! Monday, March 20th, from 7-9 pm” To the right of the text there is a photo of a succulent plant.

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Mar 16

Come to the Grand Rapids Pride Center on Thursday, March 23, for our monthly Health Equity in Motion event! Our partner agency guest is Alison Bieber from Modulation Institute to discuss their services. Cheyanne, our healthcare coordinator of many talents, will offer professional binder and bra fittings. Food, community, relaxing activities, and Fern the Support Pug will be available for everyone 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

As always, masks are required (and we have some at the door if you need one), guests will be asked to sign in for contact tracing, and we ask that you stay home if you have symptoms of illness or have been recently exposed. If you have any questions, please contact the Health Equity Program at health@grpride.org or (616) 458-3511.

Image description: Rainbow header text says, "Joy of Expression," & below that, it says, "Community Event, 5pm-8pm - March 23, 2023." In red, orange, yellow, green, & blue ovals are the text, "bra fittings, binder fittings, voice modulation, community building, free dinner from Maggie's," & in a purple strip at the bottom, it says, "Grand Rapids Pride Center - Health Equity Program."

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Mar 15

As LGBTQ+ organizations in West Michigan, we stand united in opposition to the nearly 400 pieces of anti-LGBTQ+ and specifically anti-transgender legislation introduced across this nation.

We fight for a country that is inclusive, equitable, and respectful of all people, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. These bills seek to use the beliefs of some to restrict the rights of others. These bills seek to systemically deny LGBTQ+ folks–especially transgender people–basic human rights, protections, healthcare, identity, and public representation and to criminalize allies for supporting their right to exist.

In addition to this systemic discrimination, the impact of persistent harassment, violence, exclusion, and hate has devastating impacts on our community. As legislation increases, so does suicide and murder rates for our transgender and gender non-conforming community members, and those numbers are disproportionately Black, Indigenous, and Latine people. All LGBTQ+ youth are at increased risk of abuse, becoming unhoused, feelings of hopelessness, and self-harm under these conditions. These political attacks have no purpose other than to further stigmatize and harm an already vulnerable population. We refuse to stand by silently while our fellow community members are attacked and targeted.

We call on all communities who care for human rights to speak up against this life-threatening legislation. It is socially irresponsible ................

To read the entire statement, please go to: https://grpride.org/2023/03/united-against-anti-lgbtq-legislation/

Image description: A white square with a faded rainbow banner. At the top is the text "United Against Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation". In the middle of the white square going clockwise are the logos for DX: Q, Grand Rapids Trans Foundation, G.I.F.T., GR LGBTQ Healthcare Consortium, River City Psychological Services, and the Grand Rapids Pride Center.

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Mar 14

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Mar 12

Support a local queer small business while supporting local trans folks! @the12thhouse.gr is a secondary drop-off for the Grand Rapids Pride Center's Binder Drive. They are offering 15% off your order when you bring your new or gently used chest binder to the shop now thru March 22nd.

The 12th House hours are Tuesday-Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday 11am-8pm, and Sunday 11am-4pm (closed on Mondays!).

We accept binder donations at the GRPC offices at 343 Atlas Ave SE, 10am-4pm Monday-Friday, or if you'd like links to reputable retailers or our Amazon wish list to order from & have shipped directly to us, email us at health@grpride.org.

Stay tuned later this week for details about our Health Equity in Action event on Thursday, March 23rd, where you can get a professional binder fitting & binder, among other services.

Image description: Text in the center of a circle says, "Get 15% off your order at The 12th House if you bring in a new or gently used chest binder for the Grand Rapids Pride Center's Binder Drive - thru March 22". This is layered over the words "Binder Drive" repeated in pink, green, salmon, pink, yellow, and baby blue on a cream background.

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Mar 10

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Mar 8

Mark your calendars, folks! It's always important to know your status.

Appointments can be made by calling the GRPC at (616) 458-3511, by emailing health@grpride.org, or at this link: https://bit.l y/grpc-march-hiv-testing.

[Image Description: The flyer mimics a calendar reminder that reads "Don't forget to get tested for HIV and Hep. C this month at the Pride Center! March 14, 2023 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Walk-ins available, but appointments preferred." The text is white and centered, with a crimson background and a lighter red ribbon stretching toward and beyond the image's right side. The GRPC and the GR Red Project logos are present in the lower right corner of the calendar reminder.]

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Mar 7

***NEW GROUP ALERT***

Starting April 14th at 7pm we will be starting our new BIPOC Young Adult Support Group!!! This group will meet every 2nd and 4th Fridays at the Grand Rapids Pride Center. The ages will be 18 to 30 years old.

This space is designed for those in the community wishing to discuss issues relevant to life as a person of color, intersecting with their gender identity and sexual orientation in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. The group discusses ways to help increase the visibility of people of color, promote social justice, share ideas, and engage in networking opportunities.

While we appreciate our white allies, we want to create a safe space for queer young adults of color specifically.

Image Description: Text says, "BIPOC Young Adult Social Group - Ages 18-30, Meets 2nd & 4th Friday 7 - 9pm. All 2-SLGBTQ+ welcome, NO allies, please; More info, contact: info@grpride.org or (616) 458-3511" A dark purple fist grasps a "rainbow" of baby blue, pink, yellow, orange, and dark cornflower blue stripes on a navy background.

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Mar 6

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Mar 2

Woo! We are happy to announce that our Vaccine Clinic date with Meijer has been rescheduled to next Friday, March 10 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm!

Come join us to build some antibodies!

Appointments can be made at the link/QR code below, by calling the GRPC at (616) 458-3511, or by emailing the Health Equity Program directly at health@grpride.org. Masking is required at this event.

[Image Description: "Vaccines are back on!" is written in all caps at the top of the image, in a purple font over a white background. Below it is a purple and yellow stylized square featuring all-caps yellow text that reads: "COVID and Flu vaccines will be available at the Pride Center from 5:30pm to 7:30pm on Friday, March 10! Walk-ins available, but appointments preferred!" The square also has an illustration of a Black feminine person, with white wavy hair, a purple shirt, and a blue medical mask, making the Rosie the Riveter pose while holding her bicep, in addition to a QR code for appointments with the link: bit.ly/vaccines-march and the date 03.10.2023 in bold white text. The entire image has a purple border.]

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Feb 27

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Feb 23

Stay safe today!

Image Description: A blue background with snow and ice falling onto 2 white clouds. In the center of a Blue hexagon, the white text reads: GRPC is closed due to weather February 23. Underneath the hexagon the text reads: Email: info@grpride.org

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Feb 22

The Grand Rapids Pride Center office will be virtual Wednesday. We can be reached by phone at (616) 458-3511. You can also email general inquiries to info@grpride.org or reach the Health Equity Program at health@grpride.org.

Please note that whenever Grand Rapids Public Schools are closed due to dangerous weather conditions, GRPC will also close the physical offices and cancel in-person programming.

Image description: Text says, "Due to the Winter Storm Warning & GRPS closure, the Grand Rapids Pride Center is physically closed Wednesday, February 22. The Youth Social Group is also canceled. Please stay warm & safe!" The text is dark blue in a pale blue square layered over a background of multiple shades of blue designed to look like horizontal paint stripes with abstract white snowflakes across it.

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Feb 20

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Feb 17

We are staying safe today as a staff and working remotely to avoid the slick, icy roads.

Though the physical building is closed, we will still be available at our phone number and our emails during our normal business hours of 10am - 4pm. We will resume all normal business activities on Monday, February 20.

The En Femme social group may still meet this evening, so if you are interested, please contact your facilitator for confirmation.

[Image Description: There is black text over a light pink background that reads: "Due to unsafe roadways, the Grand Rapids Pride Center team is working remotely today. Our physical office is closed, but we are still available by phone or email." In the lower section of the image, there is a slightly darker pink banner, with a pastel white and blue mouse, keyboard, and pen holder, forming a desk setup space with a computer missing.]

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Feb 16

This a gentle reminder about next week's vaccine clinic! :)

Walk-ins are available, but appointments are preferred. Appointments can be made at bit.ly/grpc-meijer-vaccines, or by calling the GRPC at (616) 458-3511.

[Image Description: Text saying "Let's Get Vaccinated!" is printed largely at the top of the image, over a geometric pink and pale yellow background. The left side of the image has two clipart humans, both with brown skin tones, with one in casual clothing receiving a vaccine injection, and the other in full PPE administering the vaccine. The right side includes a pale yellow text box that reads "COVID and flu shots are BACK at the Grand Rapids Pride Center, in partnership with Meijer! Vaccinations will be available on Thursday, FEBRUARY 23 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm!" with the Meijer and GRPC logos below.]

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Feb 13

Grand Rapids Pride Center | Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community

The Grand Rapids Pride Center aims to be at the center of a vibrant and inclusive community that supports all LGBTQ individuals.

Education & Training

Sensitivity Training
LGBTQ Glossary
Parent Resources
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Programs & Services

Support Groups
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EMAIL
info@grpride.org

REACH OUT
(616) 458-3511

LOCATION
343 Atlas Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506

CENTER HOURS
MON – FRI 10A-4P
SAT & SUN CLOSED

EMAIL
info@grpride.org

REACH OUT
(616) 458-3511

LOCATION
343 Atlas Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506

CENTER HOURS
MON – FRI 10A-4P

Education & Training

Sensitivity Training
LGBTQ Glossary
Parent Resources
Request Training

Programs & Services

Support Groups
Victim Services
Calendar
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