AIDSWalk Richmond events will serve as a beacon of guidance to show those who live with HIV/AIDS they are not alone while offering education, support and strength to all individuals impacted by the disease.While raising funds through community events, AIDSWalk plans to offer funding support to clinics in the Richmond area which are dedicated to the care and well being of HIV/AIDS patients and their families.

A collective of over 20 LGBT organizations in Richmond, VA. The CVRP meets monthly to create solutions and present a united front to move Richmond's community forward. Contact Jay Squires for more information.

Equality Virginia is a statewide, non-partisan education, outreach and advocacy organization seeking equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Virginians.

Listing of LGBT friendly lawyers in Central Virginia.

Fan Free Clinic (FFC) provides medical treatment, health education, social services and advocacy for those in the Richmond area with limited access to care—placing special emphasis on welcoming the least served.Provides AIDS/HIV prevention and outreach programs to Richmond community.

The Gay Community Center of Richmond is a 47,000 square foot Community Center located in Richmond's Northside for the use of Central Virginia's LGBT community and supportive agencies and groups. We provide meeting space, classroom and event space at little or no cost to community groups and non-profit organizations. We are the home of the GCCR Gallery, which is the first gallery in Virginia dedicated to showcasing LGBT artists and those who portray our community in a positive light. Since GCCR began community center operations in 2008, more than forty community groups have held programs attracting thousands of participants

GFC Richmond provides support and information for gay and bisexual men that are fathers, their partners, children, friends and supporters.GFC-Richmond meets for a social/support dinner out on the second Thursday of every month at 7:00 PM.

Weekly group meets mostly during warm season to run a variety of locations around Richmond. The group meets rain or shine, but shuts down for winter. To get on the list e-mail list, contact Terry at terryajohnson@gmail.com.

At GayRichmond.com, click "Community Links" and select "Faith Communities."

GRITS provides a competitive bowling tournament for women which encourages fellowship and community while supporting local charities.

The Richmond chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) works to ensure safe schools for all students in the greater Richmond metropolitan area and Central Virginia. Provides support to Gay Straight Alliance clubs (GSAs) in schools.

A peer-facilitated support group for anyone on the MTF spectrum with meetings the 1st Friday of each month, 6 pm — 8 pm. See website for more info from those who have transitioned, those in transition, or for those wanting to start.

Attorneys and law resources for those transitioning. From home page, click resources.

Kappa Xi Omega Sorority, Inc is a community oriented, community based organization created and designed to articulate and encourage community consciousness, bring unity among women, teach networking skills with other influential and innovative women of the lesbian community.The preponderance of members' time is spent in community service, mentoring and enhancing our sisterhood through sisterly associations and education. In Kappa Xi Omega we instill in our sisters a greater awareness of the need for commitment to our community- to become more responsive to the needs and concerns of our communities.For more information, contact Tamara Smith at (804) 325-9097.

Via Connect Richmond, the LGBT Interest provides a communication network to keep Greater Richmond informed of events, activities and important news within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community. This group is not exclusive and welcomes people and organizations who are interested in learning about and supporting the LGBT community in Greater Richmond. Members of this group are invited to post events, activities or announcements they feel are of importance to the LGBT community. Messages do not need to be LGBT specific, but should seek to provide opportunities that will foster a more inclusive and accepting Greater Richmond community.

As advocate for LGBT persons within the Democratic Party of Virginia, they help elect Democratic candidates by providing a centralized repository of expertise and a clearinghouse for all LGBT campaign activities through working with various Democratic campaigns by organizing LGBT persons in Virginia to promote the values of service, competence and honor in support of the Democratic Party and its candidates; encourage participation of LGBT persons in the party; encourage, educate, and finance LGBT persons who aspire to public office; and raise awareness of LGBT issues in the Commonwealth and the Democratic Party of Virginia.

The Mid-Atlantic Amateur Softball Association exists to promote the camaraderie of amateur softball within North America and internationally while providing a safe, supportive environment for men and women within the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community as well as friends from the greater society.

Mothers and Others of Virginia promotes recognition and acceptance of the inalienable right of all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals to peacefully pursue their own personal happiness. The group lobbies and advocates on behalf of the community.

The first Monday of every month, Metropolitan Community Church hosts a facilitated support group for women who are newly out and/or still coming out. The meetings are held at the Gay Community Center of Richmond from 7pm-8:30pm. This is not a therapy group. The group will have a topic and facilitated discussion by Loretta Mountcastle and Vicki Jolena. For more information, please contact Vicki at ldybuginva@yahoo.com.

PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, their families and friends through support, education, and advocacy.

We are an interfaith network of people who all share one thing- a deep commitment to our faith tradition, which kindles our deep commitment to social justice. As rabbis, ministers, priests, and lay people, we are all dedicated to working for equal rights for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community in Virginia. We recognize that LGBT citizens are not faceless and nameless, but are members of our religious communities and our families, friends, neighbors, and people with whom we do business. We also recognize that God loves and sustains all of creation and that we must act when any part of that creation is endangered- physically, emotionally, or spiritually- by misunderstanding, hate, and discrimination.

We are a diverse gay organization for older gay and bi men and their admirers. The group is dedicated to building life long friendships through shared interests and educational programs in a secure and nurturing environment. We pursue these goals through loyalty to one another and community outreach.

A Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Allied political and legal activism group at Virginia Commonwealth University. We have lots of exciting things planned for this year and meet every Thursday at 8PM in the Commons.

No experience is required for this LGBT bowling group. The group meets for 30 weeks each year. For more information, e-mail Jay Squires at jsquires@gayrichmond.com.

Offers referrals and information to LGBT persons interested in personal growth and well-being. Connect with friendly and supportive: counselors, physicians, support groups, faith communities, recreational and social groups. Contact Stephanie Myers at RainbowPassport@covad.net for more information.

Richmond Bear Community is a social network that provides a supportive community for gay bears and admirers. Activities include dinners at area restaurants, movies, community and cultural events, potlucks, cookouts, outdoor activities, and occasional bar events.

Richmond Lesbian-Feminists (RLF) provides monthly pot-lucks, a New Year’s Eve Dance and information on many other social activities of interest to lesbians. We welcome women of all races, classes and ages. Stay informed of the latest events in the lesbian community with the RLF Flyer email. To get “The Flyer.” Please include your name, phone number and email address.

The Richmond LGBT Professionals Meetup Group is a great way to meet other local LGBT Professionals in various settings. You can have great discussions with like-minded individuals about anything you'd like (coming out, dating, politics, careers, etc) and have a bit of fun at the same time.

In addition to 4 major concerts/events each year, the chorus gives numerous public and private concert performances. The chorus continues to develop its program of musical outreach to senior living facilities in the central Virginia area.

The RMCVB promotes travel within the Richmond Region. In 2009, they formed an LGBT travel advisory committee to foster gay and lesbian tourism.The RMCVB is the official travel partner of GayRVA.