• RVA Queerlandia Project

    This tumblr is a collection of articles, data, feedback, ideas, critiques, and anything else that comes up through the researching, documentation, and advocating on gayborhoods. We are interested in the concept of establishing a Gayborhood in the city of Richmond. http://rvaqueerlandia.tumblr.com/

  • Alliance for Progressive Values

    The Alliance for Progressive Values is a not-for-profit that works on education and lobbying. As a progressive organization, it is driven by a common sense value of social justice, economic fairness and good government. During General Assembly session – the organization works on behalf of LGBT to promote equality. The organization…

  • Wingnut Anarchist Collective

    The Wingnut Anarchist Collective works towards a free, community-based anarchist society through outreach and projects within the city.  The collective lives by the principles of mutual aid, anti-authoritarianism, and direct action and maintains a house open to the public during community events at 2005 Barton Avenue. Mutual aid for us encompasses…

  • Transformation Retreats

    Whether you are newly diagnosed or a long-term survivor of HIV/AIDS, Transformation Retreats is an opportunity to discover or rediscover the playful, thoughtful, creative, spiritual, and reflective part of yourself.  Join others on a journey to find the inspiration and skills needed to live more meaningful, informed, and complete lives…

  • Southerners On New Ground (S.O.N.G.)

    SONG RVA is a local, member-led Southerners On New Ground Affiliate based out of Richmond, Virginia. We are committed to building a multi-racial and multi-issue LGBTQ left movement in the city of Richmond, as well as in the surrounding counties and areas. We believe that we are all connected to…

  • Richmond Queer Film Forum

    The Queer Film Forum is a platform for screening progressive Queer cinema. It offers a space to view and discuss work from local, regional, and international artists and directors. The goal of the QFF is to generate a critical discourse about what queer cinema was, is, and could become. The…

  • Richmond Business Alliance

    The Richmond Business Alliance (RBA) supports LGBT-friendly businesses and professionals by increasing visibility, offering networking opportunities, and promoting economic success. As a partnership between the Gay Community Center of Richmond, GayRVA , and the Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau, the RBA is the most comprehensive online directory of LGBT-friendly…

  • Black Alliance for Sexual-Minority Equality at UofR

    The Black Alliance for Sexual-minority Equality (BASE) at the University of Richmond is a social support and advocacy group for people of color, focused on the intersection of race and sexual orientation.

  • VCU’s LGBT Subcommittee

    A committee of students, faculty, staff, allies, and friends working to promote inclusivity at VCU. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month (except June and July) at noon in the conference room at the Robertson Alumni House (924 W. Franklin). In addition to monthly meetings, there are…

  • SAGE Central Virginia

    SAGE stands for Services and Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Elders. It is the oldest non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of GLBT elders. The mission of SAGE is: To improve the overall quality of life for GLBT Elders Support and advocate for the rights of GLBT…

  • Virginia Pride

    The statewide pride organization for Virginia holds its annual Pride Festival each September.

  • Virginia Log Cabin Republicans

    A fast-growing political forum, action team and meeting place for gay and lesbian Republicans throughout the state.

  • Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities

    The Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities conducts programs that promote understanding and respect on ALL issues of diversity, for ALL age groups, ALL across Virginia.Each year, Inclusive Communities leads educational programs, conferences, retreats, and workshops for thousands of youth, educators, community members, non-profit organizations, and corporate and business leaders. These…

  • Virginia Anti-Violence Project

    The Virginia Anti-Violence Project works to address and end violence within and against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities across Virginia.We believe that in order to end homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and heterosexism we must also work against other oppressions including, but not limited to: racism, classism, sexism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism,…

  • Student Alliance for Sexual Diversity at UofR

    The Student Alliance for Sexual Diversity is an advocate and social group for the queer and allies community at the university. We provide programming and lobbying to raise awareness, tolerance and acceptance.

  • ROSMY

    ROSMY’s mission is to ensure Virginia’s GLBTQ youth an equal opportunity for success.  The organization hosts a 24/7 Youth support line at 888.644.4390.  Their Institute for Equality offers three trainings each month for human service providers.

  • Richmond Women’s Chorus

    A sister chorus of the Richmond Men’s Chorus.

  • Richmond Triangle Players

    Richmond Triangle Players is committed to the passionate exploration of theatre and its role in the global community. We embrace a wide audience with a focus on works relevant to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities. Our highest aim is to enlighten those around us with theatre that warms…

  • Richmond Men’s Chorus

    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.

  • Queer Action At VCU

    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.

  • Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbian & Gays (PFLAG Richmond)

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

  • Mothers & Others of Virginia

    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.

  • LGBT Stonewall Democratic Caucus of Virginia

    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…

  • LGBT Interest Mailing List

    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…

  • GLSEN Richmond

    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.

  • Gay Community Center of Richmond

    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…

  • Equality Virginia

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

  • Central Virginia Rainbow Partnership

    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.