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| Center Happenings
Updates from The NYC LGBT Community Center
| | | | | This holiday season, we’re celebrating our community members who keep The Center going. We know it takes courage to shine brightly in the world. With every gathering and every act of care, our community proves that our brilliance lasts all year long.
Together, we're building a brighter future where everyone can celebrate who they
are, especially during this time of joy and reflection. Your presence, collaboration, and generosity help us continue to grow and meet the changing needs of our vibrant community.
May this season bring you joy, peace, and the comfort of knowing you always have a place here. Thank you for being a part of our family and standing with us. Happy Holidays from your friends at The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center! | | | | | | | Annual Day of Service
Friday, Dec. 12 | 3–7 PM
Join us for a holiday resource event designed to support
LGBTQ+ homeless youth and young adults by offering essential supplies, resources, and services in a safe, affirming environment.
Register to attend | | | | |
R.O.A.R. Final Event
Friday, Dec. 19 | 5–7 PM
Join us for the culminating event of the ROAR (Responsibility. Organizing. Action. Results.) internship, where Center Youth and ROAR Social Justice Leaders will hold workshops on a variety of issues facing the LGBTQ+ community. There will be food, raffles, & activities!
Register to attend | |
| | | Youth Program Schedule Update
The Center’s Youth program and drop-in
space will be closed on Tuesday, December 9, for a staff administrative day and cleaning. The program will reopen on Wednesday, December 10.
Check out events calendar | | | | |
Run for The Center in the 2026 NYC Half Marathon!
Deadline: Friday, Dec. 19, 2025
The Center is excited to make
its debut as a charity partner for the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon on March 15, 2026! We received five bibs and are accepting expressions of interest for runners looking to join our first-ever team. If you’re an avid runner or looking for your next challenge, why not tackle it while also raising funds for our services for all LGBTQ+ New Yorkers?
Express your intent to run | | |
| | Now Available: The Center Lobby Operating Space RFP
Our lobby operating space is now available! Our former café
space is now vacant. With the new vacancy, The Center is excited to explore new possible uses of this space. This could be a new vending opportunity or other service to support our diverse community while contributing to a welcoming lobby environment. Have an idea for what should come next? Review our RFP!
Submit a proposal | |
| | | Our CEO joins the Mayor-Elect’s and Comptroller-Elect’s
Transition Teams
Congratulations to our CEO, Dr. Carla Smith, for being invited to serve on the transition committees of both Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and Comptroller-elect Mark Levine.
Read the full announcement |
| | | | Did You Miss Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday, a national day for people to contribute to the causes they love, was this week. But if you forgot, don’t worry—your support is just as powerful today as ever! You can give any time of year, and every donation to The Center helps sustain the programs and services our community relies on. We invite you to make a meaningful contribution to sustain our work for all LGBTQ+ New Yorkers.
Make a Holiday Donation | | | The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
208 W 13 St, New York, NY 10011
gaycenter.org | | | | | |
