The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours, 7 days per week, and are available for call, text, and online chat. Staff are available to assist you in both Spanish and English. If there is ever a question of whether or not you should contact them, PLEASE, just reach out. Life may be hard, but you have made it this far. You deserve to see how your story continues.
The Fort Wayne Pride Center (FWPC) offers a safe space for teenagers, and adults, of the LGBTQ+ Community to meet with peers. FWPC also orchestrates various events, educational workshops, and other activities to enhance the sense of unity amongst the LGBTQ+ Community in the greater FW area.
The Trevor Project is a national organization, focused on social justice and equal rights for members of the LGTBQ+ Community. Trevor Project offers counseling, resources, community forums, and much more, being a great resource for anyone wanting to get help or learn more.
The Advocates for Transgender Equality (A4TE), is dedicated to ensuring trans individuals have equal rights. Whether aiding with legal documents, providing connections and resources, or informing you of your legal rights, A4TE is here for you.
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) was founded in 1980 and is the largest LGBTQ+ lobbying organization in the US. The HRC provides AMPLE resources for both members and allies of the LGBTQ+ Community, while simultaneously challenging unethical legislation in Congress.
PFLAG focuses on creating a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ People. PFLAG has local chapters across the US, providing accessible community resources to those that need them. PFLAG has a chapter in Fort Wayne that regularly meets and is always accepting new members.
Career One Stop is a hub for finding grants and scholarships, to help pay for both undergraduate and graduate degrees. By clicking above, you will open a list of scholarships available for the LGBTQ+ Community. Once there, you can adjust filters to better identify more funding you might qualify for.
If you or your child are curious about what careers may fit your personality characteristics and interests, this is a wonderful website to help you along. My Next Move provides information about what training/education is needed, career outlook for being hired, estimated salary, and more. Click above to learn more!
Food insecurity is not having sufficient food for you and your family to live. If you are experiencing hardship and need community assistance, please click above to find a list of local food banks, in connection with the Allen County Community Harvest Food Bank.
The Neighborhood Health Clinic (NHC) is a non-profit organization focused on providing physical health care to lower income individuals and families. NHC has various local locations and accepts most insurances. Click above if you are in need of physical health care.