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  The Center · [email protected]
May 13, 2024 at 10:18 PM

The Center's First LGBTQ+ AAPI Food Festival is This Saturday!

Our most delicious event yet. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  The Center · [email protected]
May 9, 2024 at 5:15 PM

Get Ready for Pride at The Center🌈

All the Pride events you need to know about ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  The Center · [email protected]
May 1, 2024 at 10:06 PM

First-ever LGBTQ+ AAPI Food Market 🥟 Serve the Vote Ball 🪩 and more!

Join us at AAPI Food Market, Serve the Vote Ball, and more! ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  The Center · [email protected]
April 25, 2024 at 10:03 PM

Cycle for the Cause— no bike needed 🚳 AAPI Food Fest 🥟 and more!

Join us at the Young Lesbians Closing Auction, apply for scholarships, learn about immigrant resources, and more! ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  The Center · [email protected]
April 3, 2024 at 9:17 PM

Join us at the GIRDS Day of Action in Albany!

Plus more info about voting, photos from the LGBTQ+ Community Iftar, and more! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   …
  The Center · [email protected]
March 6, 2024 at 9:24 PM

Support LGBTQ+ Rights at the Polls: Important Voting Deadlines

Plus, upcoming events supporting GIRDS, The Center at Caucus weekend and more! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   …
  The Center · [email protected]
February 7, 2024 at 10:20 PM

Celebrating Black LGBTQ+ people and culture all year

Black History Month at The Center, 2024 Activist-In-Residence fellows, plus more important advocacy updates.Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization &…
  The Center · [email protected]
January 24, 2024 at 4:07 PM

Advocacy Update from The Center

Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work January marks th…
  The Center · [email protected]
December 27, 2023 at 6:51 PM

Celebrating Black LGBTQ+ small business owners, electoral wins, and so much more

Celebrating Black LGBTQ+ small business owners, electoral wins, and so much more Check out how we're in the fight to make a more equitable city for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+…
  Rahul Tripathi · [email protected]
December 7, 2023 at 3:09 PM

Meet The Center’s New CEO

Meet The Center’s New CEO Dr. Carla Smith to succeed Glennda Testone Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Support Our Work   Dear Center Community, On behalf of the Board of Directors, I’m thrilled to share…
  The Center · [email protected]
November 25, 2023 at 4:07 PM

Shop Small with our Center the Culture Black LGBTQ+ Holiday Shopping Guide

Shop Small with our Center the Culture Black LGBTQ+ Holiday Shopping Guide Support Black LGBTQ+ small businesses this holiday season Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   …
  The Center · [email protected]
November 22, 2023 at 4:37 PM

Celebrating Black LGBTQ+ small business owners, electoral wins, and so much more

Celebrating Black LGBTQ+ small business owners, electoral wins, and so much more Check out The Center’s upcoming events and see why we’re celebrating this month. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobil…
  The Center · [email protected]
November 9, 2023 at 4:19 PM

Center the Culture this holiday shopping season

Center the Culture this holiday shopping season The Black Holiday Market returns to The Center Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
October 25, 2023 at 3:11 PM

Voting Matters! Are You Ready to Get Out The Vote?

Voting Matters! Are You Ready to Get Out The Vote? The Center is gearing up for voting season. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
September 27, 2023 at 5:07 PM

Put your Passion to work for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers

Put your Passion to work for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers Advocating in Albany plus the Action Team opportunity Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work  …
  The Center · [email protected]
September 14, 2023 at 8:37 PM

Passion + Preparation = ACTION

Passion + Preparation = ACTION RiseOut Action Team Social & Info Session Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   {FIRST…
  The Center · [email protected]
August 23, 2023 at 3:52 PM

Action takes many forms

Action takes many forms Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   Earlier this month, in response to the untimely and tragic…
  The Center · [email protected]
July 26, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Rise Up, Fight Back!

Rise Up, Fight Back! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   The end of LGBTQ+ Pride Month brought with it many celebrat…
  The Center · [email protected]
June 16, 2023 at 3:29 PM

We're celebrating some huge victories this month!

We're celebrating some huge victories this month! We're celebrating two huge legislative victories for LGBTQ+ youth and seniors. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   …
  The Center · [email protected]
May 12, 2023 at 3:03 PM

Act now and define the future of LGBTQ+ rights

Act now and define the future of LGBTQ+ rights Your signature will help to pass proactive legislation in our state. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our W…
  The Center · [email protected]
March 22, 2023 at 4:17 PM

Act now and define the future of LGBTQ+ rights

Act now and define the future of LGBTQ+ rights Your signature will help to pass proactive legislation in our state. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our W…
  The Center · [email protected]
February 22, 2023 at 3:30 PM

Have you signed the petition yet?

Have you signed the petition yet? Help us protect queer and trans people in New York. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
January 25, 2023 at 5:44 PM

Announcing the 2023 People’s Platform

Announcing the 2023 People’s Platform Help us pass LGBTQ+ affirming laws this year. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ+ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
December 28, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Our fight begins anew. Are you with us?

Our fight begins anew. Are you with us? Volunteer with RiseOut to enhance our LGBTQ+ advocacy efforts. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work  …
  The Center · [email protected]
December 23, 2022 at 4:14 PM

Will you keep up your support for Black LGBTQ+ creators?

Will you keep up your support for Black LGBTQ+ creators? Recapping the Black of Center Holiday Market Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
December 14, 2022 at 4:23 PM

📆 Three days ‘til the Black of Center Holiday Market!

📆 Three days ‘til the Black of Center Holiday Market! Support Black-owned businesses and enjoy some holiday cheer. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Wor…
  The Center · [email protected]
December 2, 2022 at 3:35 PM

It's official: Our Black LGBTQ+ Holiday Market is returning!

It's official: Our Black LGBTQ+ Holiday Market is returning! Sell your wares or shop with The Center on December 17. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our W…
  Brandy Andrews · [email protected]
December 1, 2022 at 2:13 PM

World AIDS Day: Join The Center for solidarity, support, and advocacy

World AIDS Day: Join The Center for solidarity, support, and advocacy An update and call to action from our HIV & Sexual Health Services Manager. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   Today…
  The Center · [email protected]
November 23, 2022 at 3:43 PM

2022 Midterms: What did our volunteers achieve?

2022 Midterms: What did our volunteers achieve? Join the RiseOut Action Team today. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
November 22, 2022 at 4:22 PM

A Festive and Fabulous 40 for All!

A Festive and Fabulous 40 for All! Happy holidays, from all of us at The Center. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   On the eve of our 40th anniversary year, The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual &…
  The LGBT Community Center · [email protected]
November 15, 2022 at 3:22 PM

We have a quick question.

We have a quick question. Please let us know your mailing preference. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Donate   Hello, and thank you for being a friend of The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Comm…
  The Center · [email protected]
October 28, 2022 at 2:48 PM

TAKE ACTION: Will you pledge to vote by November 8?

TAKE ACTION: Will you pledge to vote by November 8? Here’s why the midterms are important for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work…
  The Center · [email protected]
September 28, 2022 at 3:24 PM

Join our volunteer group for LGBTQ+ advocacy

Join our volunteer group for LGBTQ+ advocacy It’s all hands on deck before the midterms in November. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
August 23, 2022 at 3:15 PM

It’s primary election day in New York!

It’s primary election day in New York! Cast your vote today for the U.S. Congress and State Senate. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
July 12, 2022 at 3:13 PM

You helped us achieve this.

You helped us achieve this. Here are the milestones we reached this session. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   As we …
  The Center · [email protected]
June 17, 2022 at 3:11 PM

Vote in the NY primary election

Vote in the NY primary election Early voting starts tomorrow! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   New York State is hold…
  The Center · [email protected]
May 25, 2022 at 3:11 PM

Demand dignity and respect for incarcerated people.

Demand dignity and respect for incarcerated people. We need your help to pass the GIRDS Act before June 2. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work …
  The Center · [email protected]
April 19, 2022 at 3:20 PM

A day for lobbying, Iftar dinner, and more

A day for lobbying, Iftar dinner, and more Join RiseOut for activism and community-building this month. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work …
  The Center · [email protected]
March 17, 2022 at 3:18 PM

Join our volunteer group advocating for LGBTQ rights.

Join our volunteer group advocating for LGBTQ rights. The RiseOut Action Team meets today! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Our Work   …
  The Center · [email protected]
February 23, 2022 at 4:21 PM

Stronger LGBTQ rights in NY State

Stronger LGBTQ rights in NY State Join our call for New York State to invest in, support, and protect LGBTQ New Yorkers. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism   Support Ou…
  The Center · [email protected]
January 20, 2022 at 5:20 PM

New year. Updated priorities.

New year. Updated priorities. Join us to learn about 2022 legislative priorities. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism Support Our Work   New …
  The Center · [email protected]
December 31, 2021 at 4:15 PM

Last Chance to Double Your Impact in 2021

Last Chance to Double Your Impact in 2021 The Center’s matching gift challenge. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   From the last holiday season to today, we endured and witnessed so much to…
  The Center · [email protected]
December 21, 2021 at 4:16 PM

Give Today and Double Your Donation!

Give Today and Double Your Donation! Your gift supports young folks like Alex. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   In high school, being a part of the LGBTQ community didn’t feel like somethi…
  The Center · [email protected]
December 15, 2021 at 4:21 PM

Give Today and Double Your Donation!

Give Today and Double Your Donation! Your holiday gift will be matched. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   The Center runs many threads through my life. The first time I visited was April 1…
  The Center · [email protected]
December 8, 2021 at 4:18 PM

We’re grateful for our allies.

We’re grateful for our allies. Support The Center as we welcome our community home. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   I love to volunteer, and as a way to honor the memory of my uncle, I …
  The Center · [email protected]
December 6, 2021 at 4:13 PM

Celebrating our activists and supporting Black-owned businesses

Celebrating our activists and supporting Black-owned businesses Year-end celebrations with the RiseOut advocacy program Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism Support Our …
  The Center · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 4:15 PM

Give thanks to our community’s frontline workers.

Give thanks to our community’s frontline workers. Your holiday gift to The Center supports those in greatest need. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   As an Information & Referral Specia…
  The Center · [email protected]
December 1, 2021 at 3:19 PM

Take action this World AIDS Day

Take action this World AIDS Day Despite our tremendous progress in the fight to end AIDS, the work is not finished. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   Since the start of the AIDS epidemic, act…
  The Center · [email protected]
November 24, 2021 at 4:23 PM

Welcome Back Home

Welcome Back Home Happy holidays, from all of us at The Center. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Support Our Work   The Center is still here, and always will be. ​And when you’re ready, we would love to see…
  The Center · [email protected]
November 15, 2021 at 4:13 PM

Calling all New York activists!

Calling all New York activists! RiseOut Activist-in-Residence Fellowship Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Updates from your community hub of LGBTQ mobilization & activism Support Our Work   Applications …