While the world is slowly becoming a more inclusive place to live, LGBTQ+ individuals still face a diverse set of challenges due to their sexualities […]
Orlando’s LGBT Center Marks 40 Years with Community Services
The LGBT Center of Orlando has been providing a safe place and services to the LGBT community for 40 years this year, one of the […]
Come OUT St. Pete brings daytime parade to Grand Central
The local LGBTQ+ organization gives the community what they want. Come OUT St. Pete (COSP) announces a new LGBTQ+ parade and more for its second […]
Press Release: Equality Florida 2018 Primary Voter’s Guide
2018 Equality Florida Primary Election Voter’s Guide is NOW available! This August’s primary election will be a GAME CHANGER for Florida’s LGBTQ community. There are critical races […]
Second Naples Pride Rises to New Heights
Last year, Naples held its first-ever LGBTQ+ Pride event, in what was an incredibly encouraging move for LGBTQ+ residents aware of Collier County’s conservative reputation. […]
A Record Breaking Night for LGBT Equality
Press Release from Equality Florida‘s Todd Richardson: The 2018 Equality Florida St Pete Gala was a smashing success and a new record-breaker! We raised $355,287 […]
Orlando’s Rep. Smith Awarded “Champion of Equality” by The LGBT+ Center
Orlando, FL – In a morning reception alongside leaders of Orlando’s LGBTQ and ally community, Representative Carlos Guillermo Smith (D-Orlando) was recognized at the LGBT+ Center’s 6th Annual […]
St Pete Pride, Inc. Announces New Executive Director
TAMPA BAY, Fla, Tuesday, May 15, 2018 – Following an extensive nation-wide search, where over 60 résumés were considered, Luke Blankenship has been named as […]
Equality Florida Introduces Public Policy Director
PRESS RELEASE FROM EQUALITY FLORIDA We are thrilled to announced that Jon Harris Maurer has joined Equality Florida’s staff as our Public Policy Director! Jon […]
Equality Florida Elects Anastasia Hiotis Board of Directors Chair
Earlier this month, the LGBTQ-focused nonprofit Equality Florida elected Anastasia Hiotis chair of its fundraising charitable arm, reports Frances McMorris for the Tampa Bay Business […]
A Big Thank You From Project No Labels
Press Release from Project No Labels: Project No Labels is humbled by the success of the 2018 Pride Legacy Awards and thankful to everyone who […]
Advocates for Competitive Workforce Act Still Fighting
At this moment, LGBTQ+ Floridians across the state are at risk of housing and employment discrimination. The Competitive Workforce Act (CWA) would change that, reports […]
Orlando’s Rep. Smith Nationally Recognized by The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation in Washington D.C.
Orlando’s Rep. Smith Nationally Recognized by The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation in Washington D.C. Washington, D.C. – In a ceremony with HIV/AIDS advocates from across the nation, Representative Carlos Guillermo […]
Tampa Pride Begins This Weekend
Now in their fourth year, Tampa Pride returns this weekend bigger and better than ever before. The theme of this year’s Pride celebration is “Diversity […]
A Record Breaking Night for LGBT Equality with Equality Florida
A letter of thanks from Equality Florida: More than 500 guests packed TPepin’s Hospitality Centre for the 2018 Tampa Gala on February 24th, raising more […]
PFLAG Dunedin Art Contest Press Release
PFLAG Dunedin is calling all youth artist ages 6- 19 to show their community pride by designing the new PLFAG T-Shirts for St. Pete Pride 2018. […]
Scott Skyberg Opens Up About His Departure from TIGLFF
After two and a half years as the Executive Director of the Tampa Bay International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (TIGLFF), Scott Skyberg is stepping […]
One Chapter Closes as President Steps Down: Changes for TIGLFF
PRESS RELEASE FROM the Tampa Gay and Lesbian International Film Festival: For two years, the Tampa Bay International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival’s Board of […]
Project No Labels Opens St Petersburg Office
The 501(c)3 LGBTQ nonprofit, Project No Labels, has officially opened its first office in St Petersburg, FL. The new office is located at 425 22nd Ave […]
Over 100 Bikes Donated to Grace House and Shepard’s Village
On Wednesday, December 13th, Century 21 Begging Enterprises (C21 Beggins), along with the Indian Rocks Beach Home Owners Association, hosted a holiday party and toy […]
Which Florida LGBTQ Nonprofit Organizations to Support This Giving Tuesday
With all of the Giving Tuesday requests coming in today, your inbox is probably overflowing with donation solicitations. Although we all want to give as […]
Compassion Kind and Project No Labels Raises Over $1800 for Puerto Rico
ST. PETERSBURG – Compassion Kind and Project No Labels presented a night dedicated to the people and animals of Puerto Rico at Hurricane Seafood Restaurant […]
Maven Leadership Collective Creates Inclusive Leadership Opportunities
The Maven Leadership Collective is working to make nonprofit organizations more inclusive, reports Lynare Robbins for the South Florida Gay News. The group focuses on helping LGBTQ+ […]
METRO’s Cole Foust Discusses New GSA Mixers Supporting Pasco County LGBTQ Youth
Cole Foust began working at METRO Wellness and Community Centers in July of this year as the new LGBTQ Youth and Transgender Program Coordinator. With […]
Celebrate 25 Years with METRO Wellness
THIS IS YOUR TICKET TO SUPPORT LIFE-CHANGING LGBTQ+ PROGRAMS ACROSS TAMPA BAY! Enjoy an open bar, dinner, and an evening of live entertainment with your […]