San Antonio Gender Association
About San Antonio Gender Association
San Antonio Gender Association gives transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse people in greater San Antonio something simple and important, a place to be in community. That shows up in twice-monthly support group meetings, a free gender-affirming clothing closet, and programming that includes education, outreach, social nights, and volunteer opportunities. If you want to support a local group that pairs conversation with concrete help, SAGA is a clear one to know.
What sets SAGA apart is how grounded it is in both peer support and day-to-day needs. Alongside its support group meetings, it offers practical resources like a free clothing closet, transit assistance through VIA, and provider lists, all shaped by volunteer leadership and community participation.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Support group meetings
Twice-monthly support group meetings for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse people, with discussion topics and occasional invited speakers or community organizations.
Gender-affirming clothing closet
A free clothing closet that provides gender-affirming clothing to members of the transgender and gender-diverse community, in partnership with the Pride Center San Antonio and Living Positive San Antonio.
Membership program
A membership program that offers discounts from local queer-owned and allied businesses for active members.
VIA fare assistance
A program in partnership with VIA Transit that makes members eligible for fare assistance to help them get around the city.
En Femme tucking underwear discount
A partnership program that offers discounted and free tucking underwear to interested members.
Education and outreach
Educational and charity programming throughout the city to build awareness and understanding of the transgender and gender-diverse community.
Social nights
Monthly 5th Thursday social gatherings for community connection.
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteer opportunities shared through the newsletter, social media, and Discord, including participation on the Events Committee.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
The San Antonio Gender Association aspires to improve and uplift the lives of transgender and gender diverse individuals in the greater San Antonio area by providing community, support, resources, outreach, and social and volunteer programs.
Who they serve
Transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse people in the greater San Antonio area, with support group meetings open to adults age 18 and older.
How your donation helps
- Free gender-affirming clothing for the clothing closet
- Toiletries and menstrual products distributed through the clothing closet
- Support group meetings and member support resources
- Community outreach and education programs
- Social and volunteer programming
Our story
SAGA began in 2002 as an informal support group for transgender people in the San Antonio area. Over time, it grew while staying rooted in support group meetings, community connection, outreach, and education. In 2023, it formally became a Texas nonprofit corporation and a 501(c)(3) public charity.
Need help?
How someone in need can access San Antonio Gender Association’s services.
Adults age 18 and older can attend the support group at Pride Center San Antonio in person or virtually through Google Meet. Meeting information is shared through the newsletter and Discord server. People seeking the clothing closet can contact SAGA to make an appointment during limited hours at Woodlawn Pointe.
Events
Support group meetings
1st and 3rd Thursday each monthTwice-monthly meetings featuring different topics, occasional invited speakers, and hybrid in-person and virtual attendance.
5th Thursday Social Nights
Monthly when applicableSocial gatherings for community connection when a month has a fifth Thursday.
Transgender Day of Remembrance
AnnualAn annual event with a resource fair, open mic, and candlelit vigil to remember those lost to anti-transgender violence.
Transgender Day of Visibility
AnnualAn annual event with a resource fair, art gallery, drag show, and open mic to celebrate transgender and non-binary people.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles San Antonio Gender Association has shared.
Current needs
- New or freshly-washed clothing in good condition
- Brand-new undergarments and socks
- Toiletries such as toothbrushes, deodorant, and hand sanitizer
- Menstrual products such as pads and tampons
Volunteer opportunities
- Events Committee volunteer
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
How can someone shop the clothing closet?
You can visit the clothing closet by appointment during limited hours at Woodlawn Pointe, and reach out to SAGA to set up a time.
What kinds of items are accepted for the clothing closet?
SAGA accepts new or freshly washed clothing in good condition, along with brand-new undergarments and socks. It also accepts toiletries and menstrual products.
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