Resources
Updated: July 7, 2025
We have completely revamped our Resources pages to make them more efficient and user friendly. We hope you will take time to explore some of the businesses listed here which are LGBTQ+ owned and operated, or friendly. One significant change is that several of the lists we offer are now displayed as PDF files. You will be able to explore the lists online, download them, or even print them. In time, we will be switching our listings to a database format to allow even easier searches. We encourage businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other entities to sign up for free listings on this page.
Resume & Elder LGBTQIA+ Care
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For many seniors, keeping up with a home takes tremendous effort and financial investment. That’s why many older adults decide to sell their homes and take advantage of the benefits of senior housing. But for the estimated 2.4 million seniors in the United States who identify as LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, intersex and asexual plus allies), finding a supportive senior housing community can be especially challenging. Due to a lack of LGBTQIA+-specific affordable senior housing options and inadequate staff training, there is a very high potential for discrimination and mistreatment of seniors.
According to SAGE, a nonprofit organization that advocates on behalf of older LGBTQIA+ community members, nearly half of same-sex couples have faced some type of housing discrimination. The National Health Law Program also reports that some health care providers refuse to care for LGBTQIA+ patients, leading to treatment delays and worse health outcomes, a serious concern for nursing home residents. Thanks to caring.com, many of your questions are answered right here.
LGBTQIA+ adults face many challenges when searching for senior living options. Due to stigmas, individuals may encounter health care and housing discrimination because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. For example, health care providers or physicians may refuse treatment based on personal moral or religious objections. This is why finding a senior living community, accepting of LGBTQIA+ individuals, is crucial for maintaining quality of life.
LGBTQIA+ seniors grew up in a time when their sexual orientation or gender identity may have been less accepted by their families. If they faced rejection from loved ones in the past, they may be more cautious about forming relationships with others. Being alone may seem safer, but isolation can increase your risk of developing physical health conditions, depression or severe stress.
This guide breaks down the economic and health challenges LGBTQIA+ individuals face and provides information on LGBTQIA+-friendly senior living communities. It also lists available resources and financial assistance for additional help.
Food Pantry Resources Across PA
Other Nonprofit Organizations
Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center creates a vibrant community for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community in the Lehigh Valley through life-enriching LGBT arts & culture programs, leading-edge LGBT health programs, daily LGBT youth programs, critical supportive services, an annual regional pride festival, and an informative Training Institute.
The Pennsylvania Coalition for Trans Youth provides visibility, awareness, education, and support for transgender and nonbinary youth across Pennsylvania.
The Eastern PA Trans Equity Project is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering transgender Pennsylvanians located in Eastern Pennsylvania. We offer transgender legal name change services, support groups, financial aid services, and other programming
Our transgender service programs are available to residents of thirty-three (33) Pennsylvania counties. These include Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Montgomery, Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Luzerne, Lackawanna, Wayne, Pike, Carbon, Columbia, Schuylkill, Bradford, Wyoming, Montour, Northumberland, Lebanon, Sullivan, Tioga, Susquehanna, Lycoming, Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Juniata, Perry, Snyder, Union, and York County in Pennsylvania. Some counties have limited services available so please verify for the program you are interested in.
Our programs empower transgender Pennsylvanians so that they can do more than survive… Instead, they can thrive!
(484) 602-5918
The Greater Erie Alliance for Equality, Inc. (GEAE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the region’s LGBT community and its straight allies through educational programs, social events, and opportunities for service, which are designed to strengthen our voice and improve the quality of life in northwestern Pennsylvania.
413 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: (717) 743-1025
Keystone Equality empowers LGBTQIA2+ Pennsylvanians so they can have a strong political voice in PA.
Through voter mobilization, electoral advocacy, and political organizing, Keystone Equality centers LGBTQ+ Pennsylvanians in the fight for equality, equity, and inclusion on the basis of sexual orientation, gender and gender expression identity across our state.
Keystone Equality is in the process of filing for 501(c)(4) nonprofit status.
Offering peer support and social opportunities for transgender individuals, Lehigh Valley Transgender Renaissance is a Program of Eastern PA Trans Equity Project.
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Email: lvrenaissanceinfo@gmail.com
We recognize how interconnected our work in the LGBTQ+ movement must be with other social justice movements, and we unapologetically stand for and with movements seeking justice and inclusion for people of color, documented and undocumented immigrants, refugees, people of all faiths or no faith, women, people living with disabilities, older adults, youth, and people who are low-income.
We are an LGBTQ+ Center located in Reading, Pennsylvania. We acknowledge that all individuals deserve respect, acceptance, and support of their inherent rights. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals experience marginalization and denied rights as part of the human community. Therefore, we believe that we can make a difference by promoting social justice for all LGBTQ+ individuals.
At Monroeville Area Pride and Community Aid, we believe in a world where everyone—regardless of identity or circumstance—is seen, supported, and celebrated. Rooted in mutual aid, solidarity, and joyful resistance, MAPCA is a grassroots organization uplifting the LGBTQ+ community and all marginalized people in our region. Through inclusive events, vital resources, and community education, we work to build a stronger, more compassionate Monroeville—together.
Founded in 2023, North Hills Progressive Neighbors (NHPN) is a Political Action Committee dedicated to helping progressive candidates run for office and win and to engaging our progressive neighbors in Ross and West View in politics and advocacy. NHPN provides the opportunity for individuals interested in furthering progressive values to contribute to the support of worthy candidates for local office who believe, and have demonstrated their beliefs in, the principles to which the organization is dedicated.
Email: nhpneighbors@gmail.com
Incorporated in March, 2012, NW PA Pride Alliance, Inc works to improve visibility of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersexed and Ally/Asexual (LGBTQIA) community. We also facilitate communication and collaboration between groups and individuals within the region's LGBTQIA community and the greater region's community, while respecting individual and group identity.
The Pennsylvania Commission on LGBTQ Affairs is the first of its kind in the nation. It was established by an Executive Order from Governor Tom Wolf in August 2018. Its goal is to advise the Governor and state agencies regarding policies, programs, and legislation that impact LGBTQ communities and to serve as a resourceful intermediary between LGBTQ communities and state government. It is composed of appointed commissioners from across the Commonwealth, each acting as a representative and advocate for LGBTQ communities.
Welcome to the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Center, one of the oldest and most active LGBT centers in the country. The Center is a home away from home for the Queer and Transgender communities at the University of Pennsylvania as we have been proudly serving the Penn LGBTQ+ community for over 35 years. Whether you are questioning your gender identity or sexuality, in the process of coming out, proudly identify as LGBTQ+, or an ally, the Center welcomes you.
The Pennsylvania Youth Congress advances freedom and justice for young LGBTQ Pennsylvanians through advocating for responsible public policy. As a youth-led organization, PYC represents citizens working toward safer schools and thriving communities across the commonwealth.
PERSAD CENTER is a human service organization whose mission is to improve the well-being of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning) communities, and the HIV/AIDS communities. We serve our target populations and their loved ones, cradle to grave, across western Pennsylvania, with service centers in Pittsburgh and Washington, PA.
Our mission is to build on a foundation of loving families united with LGBTQ people and allies who support one another, and to educate ourselves and our communities to speak up as advocates until all hearts and minds respect, value and affirm LGBTQ people. PFLAG envisions a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
The Rainbow Rose Center continues to serve the LGBTQIA+ community as a virtual-only resource center. While still hosting virtual support group meetings monthly and answering community questions online, the Rainbow Rose Center continues to promote and advocate for the inclusion of LGBTQIA+ individuals to enhance the diversity of our community and the businesses within. Going forward, the organization will expand its programming to promote the health and well-being of the LGBTQIA+ community, increasing support group offerings, hosting additional educational and advocacy panels, and creating safe celebratory events for the benefit of all.
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Shenango Valley Pride Picnic
The mission is to reach our local Lgbtqia+ community and their families to offer a local pride event and support services to an underserved area in Western Pennsylvania. Our support groups serve youth and young adults. We also hold a support group for parents, family, and friends.
Find us on Facebook at these locations:
LGBTQIA+ Alliance Shenango Valley
LGBTQIA+Alliance Shenango Valley Parent Support
Shenango Valley Pride Picnic
Phone: (724) 699-0780
Email: SVPridePicnic@gmail.com
SisTers PGH is a transgender centered drop-in space, resource provider and shelter transitioning program based in Pittsburgh, PA. As a black, trans-led organization, SisTersPGH is uniquely situated to help trans and non-binary people in Allegheny County find the resources they need to thrive.
Trans Advocacy Pennsylvania is a not-for-profit organization committed to conduct transgender informational related research, transgender advocacy, gender education, and provide support to LGBT persons and groups.
Contact Information
Address
2049 Miller Rd
East Petersburg, PA 17520
Phone: (717) 220-3361
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The Washington County Gay Straight Alliance, Inc. is a 501 (C) (3) organization that facilitates social opportunities and provides access to resources for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Questioning, Queer, Asexual, and Allied (LGBTQA+) community of Southwestern PA and surrounding areas. We strive to create social opportunities or healthy lifestyle resources for our youth and the LGBTQA+ population.
59 E. Strawberry Ave, Washington, PA 15301
Phone: (724) 213-0096
Email: info@wcgsa.org
Phone number: (570) 322-4637
Email: contactwbpride@gmail.com
Founded in 2019, West Branch Pride is a 501(c)3 nonprofit composed of LGBTQ+ individuals and allies working together to promote diversity, inclusion & equity in North Central Pennsylvania. West Branch Pride’s mission is to engage members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies to create an open and affirming environment by providing opportunities to express and celebrate diverse perspectives, emphasizing acceptance for all. We are dedicated to proactively creating an open and affirming community.
The William Way LGBT Community Center serves the LGBT community of Philadelphia and its allies 365 days a year. From social groups, networking events, and counseling and support services to art exhibitions and cultural experiences, the Center consistently strives to provide new and innovative programs for the LGBT communities of Philadelphia.
Mission
Making Williamsport and surrounding areas a welcoming place for people of all sexual orientations and gender expressions. Developing Non-discrimination policies for local businesses and support systems in place in education facilities. And create resources for the needs of our community.
A place where Gay and Lesbian people are embraced just as heterosexuals. Where transgender people are celebrated for being who they are born to be. Where "Love thy Neighbor" means everyone.
Contact Information
Address
1029 Tucker St
Williamsport PA 17701
Phone: (570) 360-5404