Introducing...All for 1 and 1 for Pride

By: Terence McPhaul 

Many of you know that YouthPride provides a safe, comfortable space where youth can conduct support and discussion groups, plan youth-led workshops, utilize library and computer resources, and attend social gatherings, or explore educational and career opportunities. YouthPride continues to operate astate-of-the art computer center and free Internet portal for youth provided by the David Bohnett Foundation.

YouthPride remains metro Atlanta's only Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQQ) organization dedicated solely to the needs and interests of youth.  YouthPride is the only organization in metropolitan Atlanta serving all LGBTQQ youth. 

As we prepare for the next generation of LGBTQQ youth, it is essential that we remain steadfast in creating innovative, sustainable models of enlightenment and development; programs which will support the successful transition of our youth into adulthood. YP is in need of strong, continuous financial support to sustain vital services.

To this end YouthPride kicks off the All for 1 and 1 for Pride campaign on National Coming Out Day, October 11, 2009. This campaign will run until 11/11/11. What we are asking is that LGBTQQ individuals, LGBTQQ businesses, LGBTQQ friendly businesses and, LGBTQQ allies donate 1% of their income to YouthPride every month.

Because of dedicated and compassionate individuals like you, YP can continue providing a 24 hour helpline, EVOLVE suicide prevention, and EVOLVE counseling programs designed to help youth live happier, fuller lives. In addition, YP recently started two transgender therapy forums, and a parents group. Attendance continues to rise for the teen and young adult groups.

Our new partner, Kaiser Permanente is working with us to construct and launch a culturally competent Health & Wellness workshop series, which focuses on maintaining good health, as well as focus on disease prevention from substance abuse and heart disease, to diabetes and HIV.

For your convenience, you can feel free to mail a check to YouthPride, drop by the center, or log on to the YouthPride website and click on the Donate Now logo to make donations online. Your generous support is always greatly appreciated.

With the LGBTQQ community nationally having $712 Billion dollars in buying power, and an ample portion of this anchored in Atlanta, YouthPride hopes to be a beneficiary without placing a burden on the LGBTQQ community.

During the past year, center attendance has increased by 40%. YP receives 4,500 visits per year. Youth can now obtain HIV testing and counseling at the center through the MY LIFE (Mobilizing Youth to Learn, Inspire, Facilitate & Educate Peers for HIV/AIDS Prevention) program, as well as explore artistic expression through Art RAVE (Realizing Artistic Vision in Everyone).

WHY Should You Donate

 To Help LGBTQ Youth? 

 Here are just a few reasons why your support is needed...

PLEASE HELP BY MAKING A DONATION TODAY