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ORGANIZATIONS
Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN)
2300 S. Rancho Dr., Ste. 211
702-382-2326
AFAN provides support and advocacy for adults and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada. AFAN works to reduce HIV infection through prevention education to eliminate fear, prejudice and the stigma associated with the disease. AFAN’s AIDS Walk is held downtown each spring with its other big fund-raiser, the Black & White Party, held at the Palms every fall.
www.afanlv.org
American CivilLiberties Union (ACLU)
732 S. 6th St., Ste. 200A
702-366-1226
The ACLU is a nationwide non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to preserving, protecting and defending the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to all people in this country by the Constitution, Bill of Rights and laws of the United States.
www.aclunv.org
Betty’s Outrageous Adventures
702-991-9929
Become a Betty and enjoy social, athletic, cultural and outdoor events with other members of the diverse lesbian community in Las Vegas.
www.bettysout.com
BlackJack Bears
702-225-4513
Founded in 1994 for “bears” and their admirers, the BlackJack Bears provides a more diverse variety of functions for the Bear community.
www.blackjackbears.org
Community Counseling Center (CCC)
1120 Almond Tree Lane, Ste. 207
702-369-8700
The CCC promotes the healthy functioning of individuals, families and communities with affordable, sensitive and professional behavioral health services in a safe environment.
www.ccclasvegas.com
Desert Brotherhood Motorcycle Club
702-456-7661
DBMC’s purpose is to develop friendships between members, encourage motorcycling and have fun in general. One or more rides are scheduled every month to exciting areas beyond the Vegas Valley.
www.dbmc-lv.com
Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada
953 E. Sahara Ave., Ste. B-31
702-733-9800
The Center is a community-based organization that supports and promotes activities directed at furthering the well-being, positive image and human rights of the LGBT community and its allies in Southern Nevada. Various community and social groups for youth and adults of all ages meet at The Center every week, and each fall, The Center holds it’s annual Honorarium to salute top community members.
www.thecenterlv.com
Golden Rainbow
3233 W. Charleston Blvd., Ste. 108
702-384-2899
Golden Rainbow provides housing and direct financial assistance to men, women, children and families affected by HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada and is also dedicated to supporting HIV/AIDS-related education. Annual fund-raising events include the Ribbon of Life production show held at Bally’s.
www.goldenrainbow.org
Holy Innocents American Catholic Church
702-205-2265
Mass is held every Saturday at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Holy Family at 2000 S. Maryland Pkwy. Monthly socials, gatherings and outings are also held, and holy days are observed.
www.americancatholicchurch.net
Holy Order, Sin Sity Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence
702-591-6969
The Sin Sity Sisters are based on the seven deadly sins and promote freedom of expression, diversity, social activism, social service and spiritual development. They can be seen (and aren’t easy to miss) helping raising funds at nearly every LGBT charitable event in Vegas.
www.sinsitysisters.org
Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Hrc-lasvegas@cox.net
HRC is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality and end discrimination against LGBT citizens. The Las Vegas chapter brings guest speakers to town throughout the year, helps raise funds at numerous community events, holds a Third Thursday Social every month and hosts an impressive black-tie gala dinner each fall.
www.hrc.org
Imperial Royal Sovereign Court of the Desert Empire, Inc.
P.O. Box 46481; Las Vegas, NV 89114-6481
The Royal Court is the local chapter of the International Imperial Court System and works with numerous local non-profit organizations to help raise much-needed funds. Coronation for the next emperor and empress is held in late fall.
www.desertempire.org
Lambda Business and Professional Association
702-593-2875
Lambda provides an environment of success for the LGBT and gay-friendly business community through the exchange of ideas, information and resources. Breakfast and Dinner PowerClubs are held throughout the year with mixers each month. A directory of participating businesses is published in the Las Vegas Gay and Lesbian Community Yellow Pages.
www.lambdalv.com
Metropolitan Community Church (MCC)
1140 Almond Tree Lane
702-369-4380
MCC is a Christian church open to everyone regardless of age, race, gender, HIV status or sexual orientation. Worship services are held every Sunday at 10 a.m. and on religious holidays.
www.mcclv.com
Nevada Gay Rodeo
Association (NGRA)
888-643-NGRA (6472)
NGRA is a social group promoting the country/western lifestyle and is part of the International Gay Rodeo Association. NGRA raises funds for community organizations throughout the year and at its main annual event, the BigHorn Rodeo.
www.ngra.com
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
702-438-7838
PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of LGBT persons, their families and friends through support, education and advocacy.
www.pflag.org
Sin City Q Socials
702-622-4085
This social network brings together members of the Vegas LGBT community through weekly Trendy Tuesday, Fuzion Fridayz and Soaked Sundays events.
www.sincityqsocials.com
Southern Nevada Association of Pride (SNAPI)
702-615-9429
SNAPI produces Pride Week late every Spring with a Friday night parade downtown near Fremont Street and a Saturday festival in the Clark County Ampitheater. Throughout the year, SNAPI also holds fund-raising bingo events and much more.
www.lasvegaspride.org
Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD)
702-759-0702
SNHD has an HIV/AIDS Clinic in Annex A of the Ravenholt Public Health Center (625 Shadow Lane) and provides free HIV and syphilis testing at the Gay and Lesbian Community Center every Thursday, 3-6:30 p.m. Results are available the following week.
www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org
Saint Therese Center
67 E. Lake Mead, Henderson
702-564-4224
This Catholic ministry welcomes and serves people of all faiths and extends the Lord’s healing to all persons infected and affected by HIV/AIDS through spiritual, physical and emotional support as well as educational and social services. The Circle of Roses Award is given each fall by the St. Therese Center to individuals who have made a difference in the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS.
www.sainttheresecenter.org
Stonewall Democratic Club
702-838-4588
This local chapter of the National Stonewall Democrats is committed to Democratic voter education and outreach, Democratic party participation and LGBT activism and community outreach.
www.stonewalllv.org |
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