LGBTQ
QUICK LINKS
ACLU- www.aclu.org/issues/lgbtq-rights
GENDER SPECTRUM RESOURCES
www.genderspectrum.org/resources
GLOSSARY AND RESOURCES
www.lgbtqia.ucdavis.edu/educated/glossary
LGBT NATIONAL HOTLINE
www.lgbthotline.org Hotline: 888-843-4564
Youth Talkline: 800-246-7743
Senior Hotline: 888-234-7243
One-On-One Peer Support Chat: LGBThotline.org/chat
Free & confidential peer-support, information, and local resources through national hotlines and online programs.
NATIONAL TRANS LIFELINE
www.translifeline.org/ 877-565-8860
Connects trans people to the community support and resources, including ID change document library and assistance with passports, social security, etc.
SQSH St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline (SQSH)
www.thesqsh.org 314-380-7774
Monday - Friday 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
To chat with a trained LGBTQIA-affirming peer counselor.
IT GETS BETTER PROJECT
www.itgetsbetter.org
A far-reaching resource data base and resource center.
LAMDA LEGAL
65 E. Wacker Place, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60601
www.lambdalegal.org. 312-663-4413 (Midwest Regional Office)
The nation’s oldest and largest legal organization working for the civil rights of LGBTQ+ and people with HIV/AIDS.
LGBTQIA+ Friendly Drug & Mental Rehab Facilities
www.drugrehabus.org/rehabs/treatment/lgbtqa/united-states/missouri/saint-louis-1/
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE GUIDE
for LGBTQ Students
www.collegeguide
Tips for applying, general information, statistics, financial aid guidelines, housing information and more.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
Call the Lifeline for confidential 24 hour support. 988 or 800-273-8255
For help in Spanish call: Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio: 888-628-9454
The Trevor Lifeline and the Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
TrevorText is a phone service. Text “START” to 678678
Rainbow Youth Project USA
www.rainbowyouthproject.org/
TRANS LAW HELP
www.translawhelp.org
An online database of trans-positive legal resources. Organized by state and includes a list of lawyers, notaries, and additional legal services.
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AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION (ACLU)
906 Olive St., Suite 1130, St. Louis, MO 63101
www.aclu-em.org 314-652-3111
A non-partisan, not-for-profit, membership organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of civil liberties in eastern Missouri.
EPWORTH’S YOUTH DROP-IN CENTER/Street Outreach
7520 Natural Bridge Rd., Normandy, MO 63121
www.epworth.org Office-314-222-4877, 314-918-3470
Outreach-314-952-8689
24/7 Helpline 314-727-6294 800-899-KIDS (5437)
Ages 11-20 that are at risk of homelessness or are homeless.
Mon-Thur 12pm-5pm Friday 1pm-5pm and some evenings. Laundry and shower facilities; safer sex kits and life skills classes, nutrition, clothing and hygiene items; computer work stations; access to community resources such as healthcare, legal aid, and birth certificate and ID voucher assistance; recreational activities, and support for LGBTQ youth and allies with monthly support group(s). Youth ages 21 to 24 can access intensive case management by appointment or when in crisis. Case Managers are available to assist with locating shelter and referrals for housing.
METRO TRANS UMBRELLA GROUP
3133 Oregon Ave., St. Louis, MO 63118
www.stlmetrotrans.org 314-349-1402 (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
By Trans for Trans - Resources and programs through community, visibility, advocacy, and education. Website lists STD testing sites, therapists, medical resources, and also offers information on food pantries, name change assistance, and a community closet for gender-affirming clothing.
METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GREATER ST. LOUIS
7423 Michigan Ave., St. Louis, MO 63111
www.mccgsl.org 314-361-3221
MCCGSL is an LGBTQIA+ congregation that provides a variety of resources, programs, and services.
Progressive worship combined with alcohol-free LGBTQIA+ social groups and activities.
NOVUS HEALTH
6155 S Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63111
www.novushealthstl.org/ 314-652-0100
General healthcare, behavioral, case management for HIV/AIDS, PrEP, STD testing, gender-affirming care.
PFLAG
www.pflag.org. 314-328-9432 (Local Chapter)
Support, education and advocacy for families, allies, and people who are LGBTQ.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD GREAT RIVERS
4251 Forest Park Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108 Main location
314-531-7526 800-230-PLAN (7526)
www.plannedparenthood.org
Many health care services including General Health Care, HIV Testing, LGBT Services, Men’s Health Care, Pregnancy Testing and Services, STD Testing, Treatment & Vaccines, Women’s Health Care.
PRIDE ST. LOUIS
P. O Box 15051, St. Louis, MO 63110
www.pridestl.org/ 314-325-9794
Resources, events, advocacy, Pridefest and more.
PROMO ONLINE
2200 Gravois Ave., Ste 201, St. Louis, MO 63104
www.promoonline.org 314-862-4900
For news on LGBT politics and issues in Missouri.
RUSTIN'S PLACE DROP-IN CENTER
SAFE: a Rustin’s Place
3533 Dunn Rd. Suite 228, Florissant 63033
www.minorityhealthstl.org/ 314-385-1935 or 314-695-5188
A program of Williams and Associates. Safe haven, free wi-fi, washers and dryers. STD/ST testing, social activities, health education. PREP available, free pregnancy testing.
VIVENT HEALTH
(Formerly St. Louis Effort for AIDS)
2653 Locust St., St. Louis, MO 63103
www.viventhealth.org 314-645-6451
Provides education on prevention of HIV infection and comprehensive support services
to those affected by HIV/AIDS.
STEPS ALANO CLUB
3974 Humphrey St., St. Louis, MO 63116
www.stepsalanoclub.org
A non-profit 501(c)3 organization that provides meeting space for 12 step recovery fellowships including AA, ACA, AL-ANON, CMA, CoDa, HA, NA, SAA, SCA. Founded by members of the LGBT community.
THE SPOT (for ages 13-24)
4169 Laclede Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108
www.thespot.wustl.edu/ 314-535-0413
24/7 Helpline: 314-819-8802
A drop-in center open Monday-Friday afternoons. Computers, laundry, showers, medical, testing, and more
THE TREVOR PROJECT
866-488-7386 (24/7)
www.thetrevorproject.org
TrevorText is a phone service. Text “START” to 678678.
National organization providing crisis intervention, resources and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people ages 13-24.
WORTHY MENTORING
www.worthymentoring.org
A nonprofit that connects mentors and mentees in the LGBTQ+ Community through a mobile iOS and Android App. A platform to seek personal guidance, professional advice, support, and friendship. Their website includes extensive resources, links, and information.
YOUTH IN NEED
1815 Boone’s Lick Road St. Charles, Missouri 63301
www.youthinneed.org 636-946-5600 Crisis Hotline: 636-946-3771
Based in St. Charles, with outreach programs in St. Louis City. Many resources on their website. Emergency shelter and transitional housing available.
If you are a youth in crisis, you can access help 24 hours a day.
In St. Louis County, call the St. Louis County Youth Connection Helpline at 314-628-2929.
In St. Charles County, call the St. Charles County Youth Connection Helpline at 636-642-0642.
In St. Louis City, call Youth In Need's 24-Hour Help Line at 636-946-3771.