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Happy Thanksgiving from IYG! ?? ?? This Thanksgiving, we are incredibly grateful for the amazing community of supporters who stand with IYG and Indiana’s LGBTQ+ young people. Your kindness, generosity, and commitment to our youth and young adults make all the difference, and we couldn’t do this important work without you. As we reflect on the things we’re thankful for, we invite you to give our young people a reason to be thankful this year. Your contribution on Giving Tuesday, December 3, will provide vital resources and support to LGBTQ+ young people in need. Our youth and young adults appreciate your support more than words can express—it truly changes lives. Let’s come together and make sure every young person feels seen, supported, and empowered. Save the date for Giving Tuesday and give a gift that will have a lasting impact. ?? Ready to spread the love? Donate now at bit.ly/iyggive2024. #ThankfulForYou #GivingTuesday #SupportLGBTQYouth #SupportLGBTQYoungAdults #IYG #LGBTQIndiana #Thanksgiving2024

Save the Date: Giving Tuesday is December 3! As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, you can help bring light and warmth to LGBTQ+ young people in Indiana. ?? On Giving Tuesday, December 3, we invite you to join us in supporting IYG’s mission to serve, support, and empower the LGBTQ+ youth and young adults who rely on our resources. This is an opportunity for every member of our community to make a meaningful impact. Your generosity helps provide vital services like food, clothing, mental health services, and more—all offered free of charge to young people in need. Mark your calendar now and get ready to make a difference on Giving Tuesday! Let’s come together to bring hope and empowerment to those who need it most. Ready to make a difference right now? Donate today at bit.ly/iyggive2024 and share with your friends, families, and colleagues! #GivingTuesday #SaveTheDate #SupportLGBTQYouth #SupportLGBTQYoungAdults #LightAndWarmth #IYG #LGBTQIndiana

At IYG, we are steadfast in our commitment to our mission, even as we face political challenges. Our dedication to supporting LGBTQ+ young people and building a safe, affirming community remains unwavering. Resilience is part of our DNA, empowering us to navigate complex environments with integrity, compassion, and determination. The IYG team stands strong in the face of adversity, determined to uphold our values and continue our essential work. Together, we are stronger, more resilient, and ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of LGBTQ+ youth and the broader community. Learn how to support our work at IYG.org.

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In Support of National Youth Homelessness Awareness Month, IYG is Sleeping Out So Homeless Youth Can Sleep In Did you know that 1,701 people experiencing homelessness have been counted in Indianapolis thus far this year? That is a 5% increase from last year and is higher than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Did you also know that LGBTQ+ youth are 120% more likely to experience homelessness than their non-LGBTQ+ peers. In solidarity with those we serve and those in our community experiencing homelessness, we’re hosting a sleep-out night under the stars, and we would love for you to be part of it! We invite?you?to join us for this special event that not only brings us closer as a community but also helps raise awareness about an important issue —youth homelessness. This overnight experience will provide a small glimpse into the challenges faced by individuals without a permanent home. It’s a chance to stand in solidarity, spark important conversations, and show our support for those who are often overlooked. We’ll provide dinner, cardboard boxes, and an open space for sharing stories, learning from each other, and discussing ways we can make a difference. All you need to bring is your own sleeping bag and a heart open to understanding. Register now at bit.ly/iygsleepout24

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No one should have to travel long distances for medically necessary healthcare – but a ban on gender-affirming care in Indiana and 24 other states forces trans youth and their families to do just that. We’re proud to partner with Campaign For Southern Equality alongside our friends at GenderNexus on the Trans Youth Emergency project to support families in IN, providing patient navigation services, emergency grants of $500, and more to support the families of trans youth in accessing out-of-state care. Help us spread the word about this important program, and get support from TYEP here: https://lnkd.in/gSxmtRG6

Every so often, we are asked the question, "are organizations like IYG really still needed today?" As the old saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words." So, today, we wanted to share these photos that were taken this morning at the corner of 38th and Meridian in Indianapolis - right in the middle of our Indy IYG Campus. Protests like these won't make LGBTQ+ youth and young adults go away, they just add to the stressors young people already face. Adolescence is a hard time for everyone without facing a daily onslaught of ignorance and bigotry. At IYG, we provide safer spaces where queer young people can be themselves without fear of backlash or protest. Our organization and those like us truly are needed today, and we need the support of caring, affirming community members like you! If you agree that queer youth and young adults should be able to live openly and authentically without prejudice, please support our work with a donation at https://lnkd.in/guWCNNVj

Join us at this week's Youth Night - our special guest will be the BCPL Book Express! Youth can hop down and pick out books to take home for FREE! Plus, we have information about the Summer Reading Challenge where you can earn cool prizes just for reading! You won't want to miss this! ??#ReadingisCool #ReadingChallenge

Get ready to rock out for a cause at Square Cat Vinyl! Join us on Friday, 9/13/24, for a high-energy punk rock concert with all proceeds going to support IYG. Let's come together to make a difference in our LGBT+ community! Get your tickets today! https://ow.ly/PLB750SL8we