Social services and residence for adults with Intellectual or Developmental disability 

Services: 

• Recreation 

• Housing 

• Education 

• Employment 

• Family Support 

LGBTQ+ Specific Services:  

• LGBTQ+ ALLY group 

Services:

• Harm reduction 

• Health care linkage 

• Housing 

• Legal aid 

• Pharmacy 

• Youth drop-in center 

An organization dedicated to help homeless LGBTQ+ youth. 

Services:

• Housing program  

• Case management  

• Primary medical care 

• HIV testing 

• Mental health assessment and treatment 

• Food and shower  

• Employment assistance 

Personal loans and lines of credit for gender-affirming surgeries and transition-related care. A unique type of financial institution with the purpose of building wealth for people and businesses in low-income and marginalized communities. 

Services include: 

• Free financial counseling 

• Programs to help improve credit score 

• Loan approval without credit score (debt-to-income ratio is used) 

• No-cost consultants to help start or expand a business 

• A gender affirmation loan to be used for hormone therapy, vocal coaching, new wardrobes, legal documentation updates, and surgeries/procedure, etc. 

• Service areas: Tompkins, Chemung, Tioga, Schuyler, Steuben and Cayuga Counties 

An LGBTQ+ people of color center for community organizing serving the NYC area.

Programs: 

• Anti-violence program led by a group of LGBTQ+ folx dedicated to challenge hate and police violence by using community-based strategies rather than relying on the police. 

• Trans Justice, a political group created to mobilize its community and allies into actions on the pressing political issues they face 

• Linkage to healthcare 

• Immigration assistance 

• Education and employment support 

Local Pride events in Cambridge.

The first and only LGBT-friendly, affordable senior housing facility on Long Island. 

Call 516-750-4715 or visit lgbtnetwork.org/housing.

• Summer camp for LGBTQI+ youth 

• Other events throughout the year 

 A health clinic offering primary care, women’s health, transgender health, HIV treatment and more in an affirming environment regardless of ability to pay. They have locations in Chealsea, Bronx, and Brooklyn.  

Services:  

• Health care 

• Crisis line 

• Behavioral health 

• Health insurance enrollment 

• Dental care 

• Pharmacy 

• HIV services 

CANDLE’s mission is to prevent substance abuse and violence among youth. CANDLE Youth Pride engages youth, young adults, and community members in efforts to enhance the safety, support, & affirmation of LGBTQ+ youth.  

Programs include:  

• Support groups 

• GSA supports 

• Youth leadership opportunities 

• Annual retreat 

• Training & education 

Local advocacy & community events.

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center offers a wide range of services, as well as advocacy, entertainment, and cultural events for the LGBTQ+ community in NYC.  

Services: 

• Arts and entertainment events, showcasing of work from artists 

• History of LGBTQ+ lending library and bookstore 

• Substance abuse counseling and treatment 

• Health insurance enrollment 

• Linkage to healthcare  

• Short- and long-term relationship counseling/couples counseling 

• Monthly legal clinics 

• Resource center with access to many community support services 

Services:

• Community wellness space 

• Community organizing 

• Immigration support 

• Family centered recreation  

Local Pride events.

Local Pride events and resources in Troy, NY.

Services: 

• Case management program 

• Resource referrals 

• Social events 

• Peer-led harm reduction support 

Based in Newburgh, Community Voices Heard advocates for people of color and low-income communities to make justice equitable for all New Yorkers. Their services are LGBTQ+ friendly.  

Services:  

• Housing assistance

Cornerstone (CFH) is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center with a mission to provide high quality, comprehensive, primary and preventative health care services in an environment of caring, dignity and respect to all people regardless of their ability to pay.   

Services:

• Health care services

The Cortland LGBTQ Center seeks to create a visible and empowered community through education, advocacy, resource enhancement, and linkages to essential services for all LGBTQI+ people, as well as their families and other supportive community members. 

Services: 

• Events 

• Support groups 

• Counseling 

• Sexual health education 

• Parent group 

Empowering members of the LGBTQ community to participate in rock climbing and outdoor recreation in New York.  

An organization serving disconnected youth in New York City helping them achieve academic, work, and life success. The Door offer within their programming also offer services tailored to the LGBTQ+ community. 

Services: 

• Individual counseling by referral 

• Group counseling 

• Recreational and leadership development activity 

An HIV/AIDS service organization. They also offer programming for LGBTQ+ folx with a wide range of services. 

Services: 

• HIV & STI testing 

• Housing and financial management  

• Legal assistance 

• Meals and nutrition 

• Mental and behavioral health 

• Substance use  

• Training, education, capacity building & research 

• Wellness program (yoga, massage therapy, exercise classes) 

• Workforce development 

An organization that provides services to LGBTQ+ youth.  

Services: 

• Food pantry and emergency assistance  

• SRH services 

• Flu shots & vaccines 

• Crisis counseling  

• Referrals 

• Clothing and toiletries 

• Provision of metro cards 

• Case management and Housing support 

The Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center’s purpose is to strengthen, celebrate, support and connect LGBTQ individuals, families and groups in their efforts to achieve their fullest potential.  

Services: 

• Mental health counseling 

• Events 

• Online resources 

• Wellness programs 

• Resource referrals 

Identity is a youth center in Binghamton, NY for teens and young adults ages 13-24 to come and be themselves, receive support and education, and meet new people. 

Services: 

• Social events 

• Community building/peer support 

• Video games, board games, computers, books, and movies 

• Benefits navigation 

• HIV / STI prevention and testing 

Various programs/groups serving the needs of LGBTQ+ People of color, their friends and families in the Albany area.  

Services:

• LGBTQ+ crime victim assistance  

• Support groups for varied LGBTQ+ BIPOC age groups and demographics 

• Local pride events  

Local Pride events.

Resource hub for local LGBTQI+ opportunities, businesses, and events. 

Services:

• Social services 

• Support groups 

• Advocacy 

• Workspace training 

• Anti-bullying 

LSHV is committed to protecting and promoting the rights of LGBTQIA+ community members, ensuring they live with dignity and respect. 

Services:

• Legal Assistance

The LOFT’s mission is to further the cause of inclusion, diversity, and pride through education, advocacy, and celebration. As an LGBTQ+ community center we offer over 60 programs and services under the categories of Education, Support, Advocacy and Celebration

Services 

• Employment, housing, legal support services 

• Individual & family counseling 

• Gender affirming services 

• Sexual health services 

• Community education 

A non-profit organization advocating and serving the LGBT community and their family in Long Island and Queens. Locations in Bridgehampton, Hauppauge, and Sag Harbor.

Services: 

• Health insurance enrollment 

• Crisis intervention, support, and advocacy for LGBT people who are victims and survivors of hate crimes, sexual assault, domestic & intimate partner violence, bullying, discrimination and other situations requiring immediate assistance. 

• Referrals to others LGBT affirming community services 

• Free Youth Counseling Services for ages 10-18 living in Nassau and Suffolk County.  

• HIV testing and counseling 

• STIs screening 

• Linkage to PrEP & PEP 

• Education & Training for schools, providers, and the workplace 

• Local Pride events

Local pride events and community services in and around Glens Falls 

Services:  

• Advocacy 

• Case management 

• Mental health counseling 

Services: 

• Diverse healthcare for trans & gender-expansive people 

• Transition care 

• Primary care 

• Case management 

• Counseling and therapy 

• Support groups 

• Survivor support services 

• Inpatient care 

• Wellness / athletic programs 

Oasis Latino LGBTS Wellness Center was founded in 2015 in NYC in order to provide comprehensive services that support and foster the health of Latinx LGBTQ+ communities. 

Services: 

• HIV / STI prevention 

• HIV / STI treatment 

• Insurance navigation 

Local Pride Events and resource referrals in the Oneonta, NY area.

Year-round LGBTQ+ programming, including adult Rainbow Room game nights 

• Coordinates Elmira Pride 

Monthly meetings virtual/in person for families, friends, and allies 

Services in the Albany area: 

• Support groups for varied LGBTQI+ age groups and demographics 

• Counseling and case management 

• Local pride events 

Services:

• Education 

• Wellness groups 

• Trans and gender expansive support groups 

• Legal aid 

• Bereavement groups 

• Health care linkage 

A not-for-profit organization serving the most vulnerable communities in NY, seniors, children, veterans, substance users, homeless, folx living with HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence,  

Services:  

• Housing 

• Head start  

• Energy services 

• Workforce development & training 

The Rockland County Pride Center is a community center with a justice focused mission. The Rockland Pride Center works to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people through:  

• Free and low-cost community events 

• Monthly support groups 

• LGBTQ+ Youth Program & parent support program 

• Senior Drop-In space 

• Mobile HIV testing and linkage to care through the Healthy Futures program 

• Referrals and navigation for medical care, mental health, housing, legal, and social services 

• Training & consulting for professionals 

• Advocacy to address discrimination and close service gaps 

The SafeZones group location is a designated safe space for students to get a break and be themselves. Programs and groups are facilitated by the SafeZones Coordinator. Programs focus on kindness, acceptance, diversity, respect, and culture. 

• Offered in school lunch groups, after school LGBTQ+ youth group, and trainings.  

• Contact: Jenica Shapiro, [email protected]  

Services: 

• TGNC Teen Support Group 

• Mental health 

• Advocacy 

• Education/prevention 

Local Pride events.

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Local Pride events.

• Local pride events, support groups 

• Youth summer camp: Camp Fruit Fly

• Prevention services: Risk assessment, education, testing, and navigation for HIV/AIDS, STDs, and Viral Hepatitis 

• Client services: Care coordination for individuals with various chronic conditions 

• Locations in Binghamton, Elmira, Ithaca, Oneonta, and more 

Ithaca LGBTQ+ Peer Support Line: Designed to be a safe space for those part of the LGBTQ+ community to reach out to peers. Callers to this line can engage in casual conversations, share experiences, or get support for crisis situations or thoughts of suicide. Our trained Crisis Counselors understand the challenges LGBTQ+ people face and are available for support 24/7. You do not have to be in Ithaca to reach out to talk! Call 607-276-1771 or see more below. 

An organization that works to improve access to respectful and affirming social, health, and legal services for our communities. At SRLP they seek to increase the political voice and visibility of low-income people and people of color who are transgender, intersex, or gender non-conforming. 

Services: 

• Training for service providers 

• Know your rights training 

• Film screening 

• Resources on name and ID document changes 

• LGBTQ+ friendly healthcare rights 

• Resources for incarcerated people 

• Legal help for LGBTQ+ folx 

Queer-specific groups and programming in Ithaca, NY, including an LGBTQ+ youth group, Queer Craft Club, and Rainbow Families events.

A non-for-profit organization that promote the healthy development of the LGBTQ+ community with a focus on transgender latinx community in the five boroughs of New York City and the metropolitan area. Services are bilingual in English and Spanish.

Services:  

• Case management  

• Weekly support groups 

• Free English classes 

• Legal services with a practicing lawyer 

• Employment assistance 

• Food and clothing supplies 

• Civic engagement classes 

• HIV, STD and HEP C prevention and treatment 

Services near Glens Falls: 

• Counseling 

• Therapy 

• Support group for trans and non-binary people 

• Support group for parents/guardians of trans and non-binary youth 

• Resource referrals 

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Local Pride events in Hadley-Lizerne.

This organization focused on addressing the impact of HIV in the Latinx community. Their services are LGBTQ+ friendly and there are support groups for the trans community. 

Services: 

• HIV prevention 

• Mental Health services 

• Social groups 

• Skill building