Seattle's LGBTQ+ Center

As an organization driven by our values, Seattle's LGBTQ+ Center has made the decision to no longer engage on Twitter. We welcome you to sign up for updates from us at gaycity.org/Subscribe, or find us on other platforms. We hope to see you there!

Happy tax day! Tax Day is here, and it's important to make sure you're prepared. Whether you're filing your taxes or relying on your parents, double-checking everything is always good to avoid any mistakes. Remember to file by the deadline to avoid any penalties.

Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week to our volunteers! Your hard work has not gone unnoticed; we want you to know we appreciate you. Thank you for making a difference and being an essential part of our team. Learn more about volunteering at gaycity.org/Volunteer

Alert! There are roughly nine weeks until Seattle Pride weekend 2023! Don't be caught scrambling for glitter and feather boas at the last minute. Start stretching those jazz hands and get ready to sashay down the streets of Seattle like the rainbow unicorn you are! 🏳️‍🌈🦄

Seattle/King County Clinic offers free dental, vision, and medical care to anyone in the region who struggles to access or afford healthcare. Learn more: seattlecenter.org/patients

Little known fact, but staying on top of our taxes and ensuring we file correctly means we’ve earned the right to treat ourselves (ice cream, anyone?). Just make sure you don’t miss the deadline! 🍦⏰ How will you treat yourself? IRS Free File apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile

Seattle's LGBTQ+ Center is excited to celebrate the first anniversary of the move to our new location at 400 E. Pike St. Let's celebrate all the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in getting us here. Here's to many more years of success! gaycity.org

The Center is celebrating National Pet Day by giving all our staff and volunteers' furry (and non-furry) friends a shoutout. These beloved pets bring joy and companionship to their humans while providing a much-needed escape from the stresses of work. 🐶🐱🦜

Take a minute and throw open those windows, get outside if you're able, and enjoy the blooming flowers and trees as the familiar but long-missing sounds of nature smooth your soul. Just remember to finish your taxes! ⏰💲💸

The summer peer mentorship program is back, and applications are now open. Stipends provided! Apply to be a mentor by May 25, or to be a mentee by June 14. Learn more and apply at gaycity.org/MentorApp

Join us in creating vibrant murals for Seattle's LGBTQ+ Center on Sundays April 23 and April 30, 10am - 5pm. No artistic skills needed, just bring your enthusiasm! Sign up now to secure your spot and join us for this fun and meaningful event: gaycity.org/MuralPainting

Wishing you a joyful and blessed Passover filled with peace, love, and happiness. ✡️ Resources for LGBTQ+ Jews: Coming Home to Judaism and to Self hrc.org/resources/comi… Keshet - For LGBTQ Equality in Jewish Life keshetonline.org

Got any exciting plans for April 18th, Tax Day? Time to log into that website and get those tax returns in. Don't worry; I'm sure you're all super pumped to do some math and fill out online forms. Be sure to grab some coffee or tea; this could take some time. 🕰️☕💻

The Center's health services will be closed on April 6, 2023. If you need to schedule an appointment, please visit gaycity.org/Wellness! Stay safe and healthy.

When was the last time you visited Seattle's LGBTQ+ Center? If it's been a while, here's a sample of our programming. You can access HIV/STI testing and prevention services (PrEP screening), a mutual aid closet and pantry, and youth programs. Come see what we can do for you!

Happy Transgender Day of Visibility! Show your support today by advocating for trans rights, dismantling cisnormativity, and amplifying trans voices. Resources: Ingersoll Gender Center Ingersollgendercenter.org Transgender Lifeline US: (877) 565-8860 translifeline.org

HIV stigma is caused by fear and ignorance of the virus and can lead to hurtful and damaging attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors toward those living with it. We can fight HIV stigma by learning more about the virus and understanding and accepting those living with HIV.

Hey, everybody! Spring is FINALLY here in the PNW! 🌱 🌸 🌼 It's time to get out and enjoy all the amazing things that spring brings! From hikes in the mountains to picnics in the park, there's so much to explore and do. Don't waste any time; get outdoors and enjoy! 🤩

Study participants will be compensated $40 for a one-time study visit. In-person and virtual visits are available. For more information, call 206-667-4589. Or sign-up up at Tinyurl.com/projectsassy * Seattle Area Smoking and Screening study

Howdy pard'ner! We're only a few days away from the @EmeraldCityHoedown and need your help! Head to gaycity.org/ECHVolunteers and enter "GC" at the end of the name field to receive your wristband. Event information at EmeraldCityHoedown.com. See y'all there!