We Are Family
Community Center Campaign
Join us as we embark on a $2 million community center campaign to…
meet the growing demand for care and services for LGBTQ+ young people in the Charleston community. For over 29 years, We Are Family has provided evidence-based life-affirming and life-saving program for the most vulnerable youth in our community, and our LGBTQ+ youth urgently need a permanent physical space that will serve as a haven— a community center where they can come and feel safe, welcomed, and affirmed.
Charleston is the largest city in South Carolina, and one of the only major metropolitan areas in the country without an LGBTQ+ community center. Through providing young people with affirming opportunities for leadership development and social support, health and wellness programs, and community building opportunities, the Center’s vision is to transform the way the region’s LGBTQ+ youth— and larger community— access services, and develop community support for generations to come.
We believe that achieving equality and equity requires visibility and access. We aim to be the first point of contact for LGBTQ+ youth seeking resources, services, and programs; by offering dedicated space to provide life-saving mental health services; by providing a space for collaborative community events and gatherings; by being an incubator for creativity and mentorship; and by providing a community center for all LGBTQ+ people in our region.
To bring this project to fruition, We Are Family is seeking support from individuals, corporations, businesses, and foundations. We’ve stood shoulder-to-shoulder for decades and have changed the state of South Carolina forever— the hearts and minds of its people. During these times of heightened attacks on LGBTQ+ rights with the most marginalized amongst us bearing the burden including our youth, the Center represents permanence and safety; an accomplishment for our community that can never be taken away.
First Floor Concept Floor Plan, including Closet Case Thrift Store + Community Garden
Second Floor Concept Floor Plan, including Programming Spaces, and Mental Health Offices
How You Can Support
In order to achieve this imperative goal, your support will help us secure and renovate a property located in North Charleston, SC. We hope you’re inspired by this vision and we invite you to be one of the leaders to help build this shared future of equality together.
CLICK HERE to download a We Are Family Community Center brochure.
CLICK HERE to make a donation today!
CLICK HERE to complete and submit a pledge form, and a member of the WAF team will follow-up with you.
We have an opportunity to create a legacy for the next generation of LGBTQ+ youth and a promise to future generations: South Carolina deserves and can have a place of belonging and radical inclusivity!
