LGBTQ youth

  • Ali Forney Center

    The Ali Forney Center is one of the largest and most recognized organizations in the country dedicated to LGBTQ+ homeless youth. Based in New York City and named after a gay youth of color who was murdered while living on the streets, the Ali Forney Center provides housing, healthcare, and supportive services to homeless LGBTQ+…

  • True Colors United

    True Colors United is a national nonprofit organization focused specifically on ending homelessness among LGBTQ+ young people. Founded by Cyndi Lauper and Tim Gunn, the organization works to transform the systems that serve homeless youth by helping shelters and service providers better understand and affirm LGBTQ+ identities. LGBTQ+ youth make up approximately 40 percent of…