Where everyone is celebrated for who they are. The Center is the heart and home of NYC’s LGBTQ+ community, providing programs for health, wellness, and community connection.
As the foundation for connection, The Center is where we celebrate the invaluable contributions the LGBTQ community has made to arts and culture throughout history.
We provide the only outpatient substance use treatment program specifically for the LGBTQ+ community and licensed by the NY State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment.
From mental health to physical health, HIV and AIDS prevention and support to gender identity, The Center is here to help you enhance your quality of life, and to support you in addressing life’s challenges.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your connection to each other or explore starting a family, you’ll find services and programs created to support and guide you at The Center.
Here, you’ll always be among friends and supporters. For LGBTQ youth ages 13–21, we provide a safe environment where you can connect with others who share your experience—and prepare for your future!
Access a wide range of general, NYC and professional resources so that you can find the LGBTQ-specific support and service options you need to lead the happy, healthy, connected life you deserve.
The Center is the cornerstone of our LGBTQ community in New York City. Each year, more than 400 community groups come here to meet and make connections, find support systems, and to take advantage of our many resources. Want to know what The Center has for you? View Today’s Events to the left or visit our complete calendar to learn more about upcoming events and community groups. See you at The Center!
Join the Cause!Cycle for the Cause is an epic three-day, 275-mile bike ride from Boston to New York City that raises millions to fund the fight against AIDS. Join the cause. Register as a Rider, Crew, or Virtual Participant today and be a part of ending this story.REGISTER TODAY
Center Support Social GroupsCenter Support Social Groups empower community members to lead healthy and successful lives, celebrate our diversity, and advocate for justice, equity, and opportunity. These groups provide a safe and affirming opportunity to meet and make connections, find support systems, and take advantage of our many resources.LEARN MORE
RiseOutEvery day, The Center works towards a vision of justice and equity for all LGBTQ New Yorkers that recognizes, responds to and celebrates the many intersections of our identities.LEARN MORE & GET INVOLVED
Arts & CultureWe have a number of online arts and cultural events on the calendar. Check out our upcoming events and RSVP today!SEE UPCOMING EVENTS
Annual Special EventsThe Center hosts various special events throughout the year to raise crucial funds for our programs and services. We invite you to join us in supporting our work and celebrating our inspiring community. Please check back regularly for updates on our events.VIEW FULL CALENDAR OF ANNUAL SPECIAL EVENTS
The Center's programs and services will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023 in observance of the federal holiday. The building will open from 5-9 p.m. for regularly scheduled groups.