Phoenix Metro Area LGBTQ+ Community Resources

Pick a category to get all the resources the community provides:

 

ADOPTION/FOSTER CARE

AASK-logoAASK (Aid to Adoption of Special Kids)

2320 N. 20th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-930-4900
www.aask-az.org

Provide a relationship to a child in foster care – one caring adult can make a difference!

12/25

Arizonas Children AssociationArizona’s Children Association

4524 N Maryvale Pkwy,
Suite 220
Phoenix, AZ 85031
602-234-3733
800-944-7611
www.ArizonasChildren.org

Build your family and change the fate of Arizona’s children by providing a safe, stable home.

12/24

CCA-logoChild Crisis Arizona

817 N. Country Club
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-834-9424
ChildCrisisAZ.org

Explore the opportunity to create a safe and strong future for a child by becoming a foster parent.

12/23

Devereux-Advanced-Behavioral-Health-ArizonaDevereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona

4000 N. Central Ave., Ste.100
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 283-1573
www.DevereuxArizona.org

Recruiting LGBT individuals to be become licensed therapeutic foster care and respite care providers.

12/24

ADVOCACY

1N10

1101 N. Central Ave. Ste. 104
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-400-2601
www.OneNTen.org

A source and a support organization for LGBTQ+ youth ages 11-24.

 

Alzheimer’s Association – Desert Southwest Chapter

340 E. Palm Lane, Suite 230
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-528-0545
www.alz.org/dsw

We provide education and support to all those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementias throughout our community, including those living with the disease, caregivers, health care professionals and families.

12/23

Arizona Men of Leather

www.ArizonaMenOfLeather.com

A male-identified Leathermen’s social group consisting of individuals who seek or live the Leather/SMF/Fetish lifestyle.

 

479334_10151513425785565_1224617268_oArizona State University LGBTQ Coalition

1290 ASU Memorial Union Building
Room 340
Tempe, AZ 85281
www.Facebook.com

The LGBTQA Coalition at ASU is home to the many lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer organizations and their allies that impact the ASU community.

2/22

Aunt Rita’s Foundation

326 E Coronado Road, Suite 102
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 882-8675
www.AuntRitas.org

Helping to support Phoenix area AIDS service organizations.

12/24

chandler-prideChandler Pride

480-650-6010
www.ChandlerPride.com

Chandler Pride serves to create a community within Chandler for LGBTQ+ residents and allies.

 

Deaf-Queer-Men-OnlyDeaf Queer Men Only

11435 W. Buckeye Rd. Ste. 104
Avondale, AZ 85323
623-208-4341
www.DQMO.net

Providing a nurturing space for multicultural Deaf Queer Men to gather, build networks, share emotional support and expand knowledge about civil rights, health, leadership and multi-identities issues.

12/16

Equality Arizona

P.O. Box 25044
Phoenix, AZ 85002
(602) 650-0900
www.EqualityArizona.org

Our mission is to build the political power of the Arizona LGBTQ community for our full inclusion in the social, economic, and civil mechanisms of our society.

 

17191379_1446852228698961_1970845603669389611_nEveryone Is Gay

556 S Fair Oaks Avenue
Suite 101 #490
Pasadena, CA 91105
www.EveryoneIsGay.com

Everyone Is Gay provides advice to LGBTQ youth and works to foster compassionate school environments and communities.

 

Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN) Phoenix

P.O. Box 2386
Phoenix, AZ 85002
(602) 705-9780
www.GLSENPhoenix.org

The Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network strives to ensure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.

 

Grand Canyon Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence

info@azsisters.org
www.AZSisters.org

We are an Order of 21st century nuns dedicated to the promulgation of universal joy and the expiation of  stigmatic guilt. Our ministry is one of public manifestation and habitual perpetration. No more guilt!

 

GPECOCGreater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce

1101 N. Central Ave #108
Phoenix, AZ 85004
480-648-9423
www.equalitychamber.org

Serving the LGBTQ+ and Allied Business Community.

12/21

GPULGreater Phoenix Urban League

1402 S. 7th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
602-254-5611
www.gphxul.org

The Greater Phoenix Urban League equips the disadvantaged to achieve economic and social equality through programs in child development, education, job readiness, housing, and small business support.

12/15

Imperial Court of Arizona

PO Box 7608
Phoenix, AZ 85011-7608
www.ImperialCourtAZ.org

The Imperial Sovereign Empire of Arizona is a not-for-profit organization striving to unite the LGBT and heterosexual communities through charitable fundraising events to meet the needs of all.

 

lambda_logo

Lambda Phoenix Center

2622 N. 16th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
www.Facebook.com/LambdaPHX
www.LambdaPHX.org

Lambda Center is a recovery center for the LGBTQ Community, Family & Friends. Offering Hope to the LGBTQ Community.

12/16

LGBT-Devils-PrideLGBT Devils’ Pride Chapter of the ASU Alumni Association

Arizona State University
P.O. Box 873702
Tempe, AZ 85287
602-748-3029
www.Alumni.ASU.Edu/Chapters/LGBT-Devils-Pride

Promoting respect, inclusiveness, diversity, equality.

2/22

lilytodayLilytoday Senior Living Representatives

Laura Larkin
6991 E Camelback Rd D300
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-600-7950
Laura@lilytoday.com
www.lilytoday.com

Senior Living Referrals & Resources.
“Living for tomorrow”

12/18

Mulligan's ManorMulligan’s Manor Group Home

3039 W. Peoria Ave., Ste. C210-170
Phoenix, AZ 85029
480-830-8727
www.MulligansManor.com

A family-oriented, LGBTQ-friendly community that nurtures and empowers youth to reach their full potential, as well as provides tools for a safe and healthy life.

 

13903241_1124333880943927_8895547605313309530_nMy Kid Is Gay

556 S Fair Oaks Avenue
Suite 101 #490
Pasadena, CA 91105
www.MyKidIsGay.com

My Kid Is Gay is an online advice-based resource for families and communities of LGBTQ youth.

 

NativeOut

www.NativeOut.com

A grassroots Native American LGBT and Two-Spirit group in Phoenix.

 

 

OLOCOld Lesbians Organizing for Change(OLOC) Arizona Chapter

sylvia@oloc.org
Facebook
www.OLOC.org

A national network of lesbian elders 55 plus: sharing information, providing support, and taking action.

 

PFLAG.org

202-467-8180

PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies.

 

phoenix-pridePhoenix Pride

P.O. Box 16847
Phoenix, AZ 85011
602-27-PRIDE
www.PhoenixPride.org

Phoenix Pride unites and engages individuals and organizations to empower, educate and support the LGBT Community.

12/25

Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix

Ronald McDonald House Charities, Phoenix

501 E. Roanoke Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-264-2654
www.RMHCPhoenix.com

Ronald McDonald House Charities is a welcoming home away from home for families with children facing medical challenges, providing an atmosphere of comfort, hope & courage.

 

Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS

1101 N. Central Ave, Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-307-5330
www.swcenter.org

Prevention – Wellness – Research

 

Teen LifelineTeen Lifeline

PO Box 10745
Phoenix, AZ 85064
In Maricopa County:
602-248-TEEN (8336)
Outside Maricopa County:
1-800-248-TEEN (8336)
For Teens outside of Arizona:
1-877-YOUTHLINE
www.TeenLifeline.org

The heart of Teen Lifeline is its Peer Counseling Hotline which provides troubled youth the opportunity to access immediate help from a Peer Counselor seven days a week, 365 days a year.

 

logo-for-terrosTerros

333 E. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
602-685-6086
www.Terros.org

We offer walk-in, Free, confidential: HIV, Syphilis, and Hep C testing. We are LGBTQ friendly! We also have educations on disclosing HIV status and one on one sessions for those that are HIV positive or at high risk for HIV infection (unprotected sex, drug use, homelessness).

 

The Trevor Project

Teen Suicide Hotline
(866) 4-U-Trevor
(866) 488-7386
www.TheTrevorProject.org

The Trevor Project is a national organization focused on crisis and suicide prevention efforts among LGBTQ youth.

 

Why Marriage Matters ArizonaWhy Marriage Matters Arizona

Jeremy Zegas
P.O. Box 17467
Phoenix, AZ 85011
360-823-8477
www.WhyMarriageMattersArizona.com

Why Marriage Matters Arizona is the broad coalition working to build public support for marriage equality.

12/15

ARTS & CULTURE

herberger_theater_centerHerberger Theater Center

222 E. Monroe Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-252-8497
HerbergerTheater.org

The Herberger Theater Center is Arizona’s home for the performing and visual arts.

12/24

Scottsdale Arts

7380 E. Second St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-994-ARTS (2787)
scottsdalearts.org

Experience the highest quality performance and visual arts the world has to offer.

12/25

CHURCHES & RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS

COLPCCelebration of Life Presbyterian Church

2530 S. Alma School Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 838-8550
www.Celebration-of-Life.org

Standing on the side of love as an inclusive church for all God’s children. We will celebrate our diversity in worship.

12/25

CommunityChurchofHopeCommunity Church of Hope

4121 N. 7th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85013
602-234-2180
www.CommunityChurchofHope.com

Community Church of Hope is a diverse group of people who are God-centered and Christ-driven to provide Hope and Love to ALL.

12/25

Dayspring UMC

Dayspring UMC

3530 N 32nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85018
602-956-3710
www.Dayspring-UMC.org

Campuses in Tempe and Phoenix. Together we are making God’s world more peaceful, just, compassionate, and inclusive.

12/24

dhc-signDesert Heritage Church

1020 N. Horne Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85203
(480) 969-5631
www.dhcmesa.com

Where all God’s Children are welcome!

12/19

desert-mission-untied-methodist-churchDesert Mission United Methodist Church

Rick Mott
7373 E. Dixileta Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
480-595-1814
www.DesertMissionUMC.org

Desert Mission is an all-inclusive church that welcomes all members of the community with OPEN HEARTS, OPEN MINDS AND OPEN DOORS. Our Pastor happily officiates LGBTQ weddings. Please visit us and experience our “extravagant hospitality.”

Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

12/25

first-church-uccFirst Church UCC Phoenix

1407 N. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-258-6891
www.PhoenixUCC.org

We are spiritual, inclusive, and justice-seeking.

12/25

kingdomgateKingdomGate Pentecostal Church

2600 N. 59th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85035
480-595-6517
kingdomgate.church

You’ve never seen a church like this!

12/24

RebelDivineRebel & Divine UCC

Rev. Jeffrey Dirrim
917 E. Sheridan St.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-888-3711
Office@RebelDivineUCC.org
www.RebelDivineUCC.org

We are a diverse group of people, old and young, gay and straight, parents and singles, believers and non-believers……
No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.

 

St Teresa_NEW.jpgSt. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church

12861 N. 8th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85029
623-521-7689
revklehman@gmail.com

www.StAvila.org

An inclusive and affirming 21st century faith community firmly rooted in the Catholic tradition.

12/25

 

CONVENTION & VISITOR BUREAUS

PrintNorth Mountain Visitor Center

12950 N. 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85022
602-343-5125
www.northmountainvisitorcenter.org

Gives guests an up-close personal tour of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve.

 

VisitPhoenix-Logo_200X200Phoenix Downtown Visitor Center

400 E. Van Buren St.
Suite 600
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(877) CALL-PHX
www.visitphoenix.com/visitor-center/

Welcome to Phoenix! Relax by the pool or at the spa, then hit a local hot spot.

12/24

Scottsdale-LogoScottsdale Tourist Information Center

Inside Scottsdale Fashion Square near the food court
7014 E Camelback Rd
Suite 582
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
800-782-1117
www.experiencescottsdale.com

Scottsdale welcomes LGBTQ+ travelers with hospitality that’s as warm as our sun-filled skies.

12/25

Tempe Tourism Office

Michael Martin
140 S. Ash Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85281
480-894-8158
LGBTinTempe.com

Sunny Tempe is a fun and welcoming destination in the heart of the Phoenix Metropolitan area.

12/25

Visit Chandler

Kimberly Janes
175 S. Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85225
480-782-3037
www.VisitChandler.com/lgbtq

Welcome to Chandler! Enjoy our award-winning hotels, unique eateries, vibrant downtown, year-round events, live music, and endless sunny days.

12/25

Visit-GlendaleVisit Glendale

Danielle Dutsch
9494 W. Maryland Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85305
877-800-2601
www.VisitGlendale.com

The thrill of championship sports, festivals, exciting activities throughout the Westgate Entertainment District, a historic downtown and epic concerts – Glendale, Arizona has something for everyone.

12/19

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT & RESOURCES

SUPPORT HOTLINES

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224 (TTY)
www.NDVH.org

 

(LGBT) National Hotline

1-888-843-4564
www.GLBTNationalHelpCenter.org

 

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTERS

Chrysalis

480-890-3039 (Domestic Violence Centralized Screening)
602-944-4999 (Chrysalis Domestic Violence Crisis Hotline)
www.NoAbuse.org

If seeking shelter, please call the Domestic Violence Centralized Screening line at 480-890-3039.  Open 7 days/week, 24-hours with English/ Spanish speaking representatives, this line offers resources to connect people in crisis with domestic violence shelters throughout Maricopa County, including Chrysalis.

Chrysalis maintains a 24-hour domestic violence crisis hotline at 602-944-4999.

 

ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS

Arizona Gay Rodeo Association

Bob Pimentel
P.O. Box 40465
Phoenix, AZ 85067
602-287-9026
505-306-4759

www.AGRA-Phx.com

They host the Annual Road Runner Regional Rodeo every February and other events throughout the year.

12/16

Arizona Theatre CompanyArizona Theatre Company

Herberger Theatre Center
222 E. Monroe
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-256-6995
www.ArizonaTheatre.org

Touching lives through the power of theatre. Arizona Theatre company is the preeminent professional theatre in the state of Arizona.

12/15

chandler-prideChandler Pride

480-650-6010
www.ChandlerPride.com

Chandler Pride serves to create a community within Chandler for LGBTQ+ residents and allies.

 

Deaf Queer Men Only

11435 W. Buckeye Rd. Ste. 104
Avondale, AZ 85323
623-208-4341
www.DQMO.net

 

Desperado Film Festival

Paradise Valley Community College
602-787-7276
www.DesperadoFilmFestival.com

The Desperado Film Festival showcases LGBT Films. Proceeds from this event funds the PVCC.

12/25

Desert Overture

Scott Helms – Artistic Director
P.O. Box 62391
Phoenix, AZ 85082
(480) 818-3871
www.DesertOverture.com

Desert Overture is a community concert band comprised of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) musicians and their allies.

 

Phoenix Metropolitan Men’s Chorus

P.O. Box 16462
Phoenix, AZ 85011
602-228-5587
www.PhoenixMensChorus.org

Our mission is to unite, inspire, educate & entertain as a voice of the LGBTQ community.

12/18

558637_10151843771994675_1285827472_nPhoenix Women’s Chorus

P.O. Box 34464
Phoenix, AZ 85067
(602) 487-1940
www.PhoenixWomensChorus.org

Founded in 1993, Phoenix Women’s Chorus-formerly Arizona Women in Tune, is a jewel of the LGBT performing arts offerings in the Valley of the Sun.

 

phoenix-pridePhoenix Pride Festival

300 E. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
602-27-PRIDE
www.PhoenixPride.org

The Phoenix Pride Festival is a celebration that brings our diverse LGBTQ and allied communities together.

12/24

Rainbows Festival

113 N. 6th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 27-PRIDE
www.PhoenixPride.org

The Rainbows Festival & Street Fair is a celebration of the diversity of the LGBTQ Community.

 

Voices of the Desert

Keith Clark Artistic Director
(480) 331-1277
www.VoicesOfTheDesert.org

To serve as goodwill ambassadors for the LGBT Community through music.

 

FAMILY SERVICES/SURROGACY

arizona-miraclesArizona Miracles Surrogacy Consultants

Serving the Phoenix area and Nationwide
602-292-5859
www.azmiracles.com

To advise and assist the LGBTQ community in building families through the process of Gestational Surrogacy.

12/24

FERTILITY CENTERS

Southwest Fertility Center

3125 N 32nd St #200
Phoenix, AZ 85018
602-956-7481
www.SouthwestFertilityCenter.com

Infertility treatment specialists have been helping patients since 1980. Our team has established a well-
earned reputation for successfully helping couples through fertility issues.

12/24

LGBT POLICE LIAISON

PPDPhoenix Police Department

Community Relations Bureau
Det. Julie Smith
602-819-9134
julie.smith@phoenix.gov

To provide a safe and confidential contact for the LGBTQ community with the Phoenix Police Department.

 

ORGANIZATIONAL FUNDRAISING

queen-of-hearts-casino-partiesQueen of Hearts Casino Parties, LLC

Carletta Pfirrman
Based in Glendale, Arizona. Serving all of Arizona
602-703-5608
Carletta@queenofheartscasinoparties.com
www.QueenOfHeartsCasinoParties.com

Casino themed events for all occasions! We LOVE to entertain you!

12/19

PET ADOPTIONS

One Dog At A TimeOne Dog at A Time Rescue

1441 E. McDowell
Phoenix, AZ 85006
www.Facebook.com

One Dog At a Time is dedicated to finding the perfect home for each of our dogs by focusing on them one at a time.

 

SOCIAL GROUPS

ANDES-Paint-LogoArizona Nude Dudes (ANDES)

www.aznudedudes.org

A group of gay and bisexual men enjoying nudity.
Parties include pool, hot tub, games, cards, movies,
massage, and hikes.

12/25

Bears Of The West

Greater Phoenix Area
www.BearsOfTheWest.org

Bears of the West is a community based, non-profit organization, that is committed to benevolent and charitable services, fundraisers and support for other non-profit organizations in the Greater Phoenix Area.

 

Desert Adventures

P.O. Box 2008
Phoenix, AZ 85001
da411@desertadventures.org
www.DesertAdventures.org

Desert Adventures is an organization designed primarily to provide camping, hiking and other outdoor activities for members of our community.

 

Fenders & Friends

fendersandfriends@gmail.com
Find us on Facebook!

Arizona’s largest independent LGBTQ car club.

 

Get-OutGet Out!  Adventures For Gay Men

www.meetup.com/GetOutGayMen

Crave adventure?  Have fun outside bars and clubs and meet like-minded guys.

 

Central-AZ-LogoLambda Car Club Central Arizona Region

azgaycar.president@
lambdacarclub.com

www.lambdacarclub.com/
azgaycar

www.facebook.com/
groups/AZGayCar

Arizona’s premier LGBTQ+ car club. Our members enjoy all types of cars and automobilia. Car ownership is not required; just a love of cars.

12/25

lgbt-club-sun-cityLGBT Club of Sun City

lgbtclubofsuncity@gmail.com
www.SunCityAZ.org

To provide a safe and welcoming community for LGBT residents of Sun City and their allies through social events, educational experiences and community service opportunities. To create a bridge that will empower our members toward fulfillment of their life dreams.

 

OLOCOld Lesbians Organizing for Change(OLOC) Arizona Chapter

sylvia@oloc.org
Facebook
www.OLOC.org

A national network of lesbian elders 55 plus: sharing information, providing support, and taking action.

 

SPORTS & RECREATION

BOWLING

pugba_logoPhoenix Unified Gay Bowling Alliance (PUGBA)

Bowling alleys Valley Wide
www.GayBowlingPhoenix.com

With 6 Phoenix Unified Gay Bowling Alliance (PUGBA) leagues throughout the Valley, there’s an opportunity to hit the lanes almost every night of the week.  No experience is necessary… we have bowlers of every experience level.

 

DARTS

GLAD-LogoGay & Lesbian Association of Darts (GLAD)

Phoenix Metropolitan Area
www.GLADPhxAZ.org

The Gay and Lesbian Association of Darts (GLAD) is the only Phoenix area gay and Lesbian dart league that gives back to the community.

 

FLAG FOOTBALL

Phoenix Hellraisers Flag Football League

Colter Park
(602) 284-9207
www.PhoenixFlagFootball.com

 

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

DesertAdventuresDesert Adventures

P.O. Box 2008
Phoenix, AZ 85001
www.DesertAdventures.org

Out of the Bars and Under the Stars.

 

RUGBY

PhoenixStormPhoenix Storm

Longview Elementary School
www.PhoenixStorm.org

 

RUNNING

TattooPhoenix Frontrunners, Inc.

1 E. Lexington Ave. #910
Phoenix, AZ 85012
623-694-4191
www.phxfrontrunners.org

PHXFR supports our community in health and education by promoting the adoption of a healthy lifestyle.

 

SOFTBALL

Cactus Cities Softball League

Caesar Chavez Park
www.CactusCities.com

 

VOLLEYBALL – INDOOR

Desert Volleyball Alliance

Kingdon Courts
Find Us On Facebook

DVA works with local volleyball clubs and GLBT establishments to strengthen and expand the sport of indoor volleyball across Arizona.

 

VOLLEYBALL – SAND

Arizona Gay Volleyball Association

Indian Steele Park, Wyndham Gardens & Margaret T Hance Park
www.AZGV.org

Our purpose is to foster local, regional, national and international sports competition predominately for gays, lesbians and anyone dedicated to promotion of the amateur athletic experience for persons of all skill level and abilities regardless of sexual orientation, gender, race, creed, religion or national origin.

 

TRAVEL RESOURCES

aotArizona Office of Tourism

Admin Offices
1110 W. Washington St #155
Phoenix, AZ 85007
VisitArizona.com

“Welcome to the Grand Canyon State”

12/23

VOLUNTEERS

VITA-LogoCity of Phoenix Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

www.Phoenix.gov/EITC

VITA program has three alternatives for filing taxes so you can save and not pay fees. Would you like to volunteer? Email us vita.taxhelp@phoenix.gov

12/24