Help provide a safe space for Queer Idahoans!
The Community Center (TCC) is committed to uniting the LGBTQA community through educational and developmental programs.
What you’re funding
The Community Center (TCC) is committed to uniting the LGBTQA community through educational and developmental programs. As well as, providing resources for individuals new and old to the LGBTQA community for education and find much needed support.
We provide a free food pantry of non-perishable items, a free lending library of almost 4000 books, support groups for queer teens, asexual/aromantics, queer/bisexual people of color, transgender people, a book club, monthly activities like Lego Night, Karaoke, Game Night, Arts & Crafts, D&D, Movie Night, a physical and online resource center as well as a physical space for the local queer community to safely meet at.
Your support helps keep our doors open and to continue to provide an oasis of safe, positive support for those in need.
$25 provide canned food for a family
$50 can pay for art supplies for our youth group or supplies for our library!
$100 can cover our internet for a month!
$1000 can cover half our monthly rent!
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About The Community Center Resources For Gay And Lesbian People Inc
The Community Center gives Boise and the Treasure Valley something concrete to hold onto: a welcoming place where LGBTQIA+ people and allies can meet, get support, and find resources. Inside, you’ll find support groups, a free lending library, a food pantry, community events, and a resource center that help people feel less alone and more connected. If you want to support belonging that shows up in real, practical ways, this is the kind of place that does that work every day.
What sets The Community Center apart is the range of support under one volunteer-run roof, from a meeting space and support groups to a queer lending library, a food pantry, and a resource center. It also keeps local queer publishing alive through Diversity, which helps carry community stories and information forward.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
The Community Center’s mission is to provide an inviting and safe facility for the use of all LGBTQIA+ and allied community organizations and individuals.
Who they serve
LGBTQIA+ and allied people in Boise and the Treasure Valley, including queer youth, transgender people, asexual/aromantic people, queer and bisexual people of color, and people who need community, food, or resource support.
How your donation helps
- Community events and open hours
- LGBTQIA+ lending library books and videos
- Food pantry supplies
- Hygiene and menstrual hygiene products
- Gender-affirming materials and safe-sex supplies
- Resource center materials and brochures
- Monthly sponsorships that help keep the center open
Programs
Community meeting space
A safe, welcoming facility for LGBTQIA+ and allied organizations and individuals to meet, socialize, and hold activities.
Support groups
Support groups for queer youth, transgender people, asexual/aromantic people, queer and bisexual people of color, and other community members.
Lending library
A free lending library of LGBTQIA+ books and materials by queer and trans authors.
Food pantry
A free food pantry with shelf-stable foods, hygiene products, menstrual hygiene products, and other basics.
Resource center
In-house and virtual resources, referral directories, brochures, safe-sex supplies, and gender-affirming materials.
Community events and activities
Recurring social, educational, and creative events such as game nights, karaoke, book club, Dungeons & Dragons, crafts, and LEGO nights.
Diversity newsletter
A queer newsletter with local, national, and international LGBTQIA+ news, opinion, advice, event calendars, and resource lists.
Need help?
People can visit during open hours or attend events to use the food pantry, browse the resource center, borrow from the lending library, or join support groups and community activities. The food pantry is available during open hours and events, and library checkouts use a form with books returned in two weeks unless more time is needed.
Events
Youth Alliance for Diversity
Every Sunday, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pmA safe environment that fosters education, socialization, and a sense of unity for LGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 14 to 20.
A Space for Aces
2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pmA safe place for people who are or might be on the ace or aro spectrums to build community, socialize, learn, and support one another.
Tri-States Transgender
1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pmA transgender group focused on education, support, and advocacy.
LEGO Lovers Lounge
1st Monday of the month, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pmA monthly LEGO gathering where people can build friendships and create together.
LGBTQIA+ Book Club
2nd Monday of the monthA book club for attendees age 16 and older, with meetings alternating between in-person and virtual formats.
BUNCO
2nd Saturday of the month, 5:00 pm to 7:30 pmA free dice game night with prizes, pizza, and refreshments.
Karaoke Night
3rd Thursday of the month, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pmA monthly karaoke night hosted with Rainbow Circle.
Dungeons & Dragons
4th Saturday of the month, 10:00 am to 2:00 pmA monthly morning of Dungeons & Dragons for new and experienced players.
Underground Cinema Night with Art Haus Forest
4th Saturday of the month, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pmA monthly queer art house film night centered on underground cinema.
Game Night
Last Friday of the month, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pmA monthly board and card game night.
Ways to help
Current needs
- LGBTQIA+ books and videos
- Shelf-stable food
- Unopened hygiene and menstrual hygiene products
- A smartphone from 2020 or newer
- Local LGBTQIA+ art
- Circular knitting needles
- Crochet hooks
Volunteer opportunities
- Grant Writer
- Advocacy Lead
- Bookkeeper
- Social Media Volunteer
- Event Volunteer
- Journalist Volunteer
- Fundraising Volunteer
Recognition & press
Press & mentions
Partners & funders
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