BAGLY, Inc.

? A Message from Grace Sterling Stowell, BAGLY's Executive Director ? Just a few short weeks ago, we invited you to BAGLY’s Open House, announcing our vision for the future - one where BAGLY will be the beacon of light that transforms the lives and landscapes of LGBTQ+ youth in Boston and beyond. This week’s election results have many members of our community feeling as though that beacon of light may be fading. Although none of us have the answers to what to expect in the months and years ahead, we do know that the potential outcomes of some of those election results will disproportionately and negatively impact the young queer and trans people that we serve. We, including the young people accessing BAGLY’s programs, may be experiencing a wide range of difficult emotions - confusion, anxiety, anger, fear - as we try to process the election results. When ready, we must harness these feelings and keep finding that light.? ? There's an important distinction between feeling helpless and there not being anything we can do to build power, community, and resilience.? As always, BAGLY is dedicated to continuing its support of LGBTQ+ teens and young adults.? Remember, we are still providing: - A Community Center with hundreds of activities, events, and support groups each year; - Free mental health therapy services; - As a safeguard for our future, your Youth Leadership & Advocacy program is supporting the young leaders of today, and the future. Since our beginnings 44 years ago, BAGLY, and our community, is no stranger to weathering difficult political times. We are reminded of the importance of our community’s resilience. And why is community important?? Because it can remain steadfast during times of uncertainty. Remember to take care of yourself. Take care of others. And keep being that beacon of light that LGBTQ+ youth are searching for today, tomorrow, and every day. Continue to be a beacon of hope for LGBTQ+ Youth - Donate Here: bagly.org/donate

Election Day is here! It’s not too late to get out there and use your voice to VOTE! ?? To find out your nearest voting location visit: https://lnkd.in/g5_NeD5

We're entering our glow up era ? and are thrilled to announce our 2024 Rebrand which includes: - Our newly updated BAGLY logo - Revised Vision Statement - AND our new & improved website! Thank you to all of the hardworking and talented individuals at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) who helped make this relaunch possible!! Here’s to an incredible new era at BAGLY ?? ??

Congrats to BAGLY’s Director of Marketing and Development, Kurtlan Massarsky, recipient of the first-ever Bear Benefactor Award from the Mass Bears and Cubs at their annual Boston Bear Boston Cub contest! Mass Bears and Cubs will be partnering with BAGLY and the other nominees over the coming year for various events, and their fundraising activities will benefit BAGLY throughout 2025. We’re honored! ??

We’re officially less than a week away!! Come Join us for BAGLY’s Open House on Wednesday, October 16th from 4-7pm! There will be food, tours, and plenty of activities - come have a fabulous time at BAGLY’s Community Center!??? Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/eGjpzs2C

A big THANK YOU to United Parish of Auburndale for hosting their incredible Drag Extravaganza last month! This fabulous event not only raised thousands of dollars for BAGLY, but was a warm and welcome invitation into their community, and we couldn't be more grateful. Thank you, UPA!

We got a VERY special visitor this week... Thanks to Michael Houston, MBA and Hannah from Arnold Worldwide for quite the surprise, as they were delivering their generous Giving Unicorn Donations to our Community Center! We truly appreciate all your support... and you certainly know how to make an entrance! ? Interested in donating to BAGLY? Click here: www.bagly.org/donate

Volunteers Needed: Can you donate some of your time this Monday (9/30)? Are you free this Monday (9/30) for any time between 11am-6pm??We're looking for folks to stop by the center for a few hours to help us assemble some invites for our upcoming Open House! And because we appreciate you, some snacks will be served around 4pm! To RSVP, please email KK at?[email protected]?to let them know what time between 11am-6pm you can join us at our Community Center. Thank you for your ongoing support! We hope to see you soon. -Your Friends at BAGLY

We’re excited to welcome you to our annual Open House on Wednesday, October 16th! BAGLY's history and legacy are important, but this year’s Open House is all about our future.?In addition to a new look and feel, we want to share our 5-year vision with you.?Because let’s be honest, who doesn't love a good glow up? So come join us at our Community Center for the most INCLUSIVE event of the season - for more information and to rsvp (for free!), click here: https://lnkd.in/efSQKaGq

Last week we had the pleasure of welcoming our friends from Boston Children's Hospital & Boston Medical Center (BMC) to BAGLY! This talented cohort of pediatricians joined us for a Speakers Bureau engagement on Tuesday, followed by an in-person tour on Wednesday. We truly appreciate them coming in to learn more about local resources they can provide their clients, outside of the great care they already share with our community! Thanks for spending time with us... come back any time!