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Dear community and friends,
Thanks to your financial support, we have a wonderful, safe and supportive space in Bakersfield. Based on the community feedback and reviews, the Center is truly a space to be proud of. We strongly believe is that gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people of all ages deserve to be happy and celebrate who they are and to live full and rewarding lives as productive members of society. The Center strives to empower individuals in achieving these goals. In this mission, you play a vital role. The Center needs $24,000 - $30,000 annually for operating expenses. Please help the Center and the local LGBTQ community to continue to thrive. This year, the Center is expanding its programs and services, including an anti-bullying resources center for local LGBTQ students, youths and their families. We are expanding our referral network by establishing alliances and working relations with other community organizations and government agencies. We also plan to host a number of community building events and activities for LGBTQ people of all ages. Please feel free to drop in and enjoy this beautiful and welcoming space. To succeed, we are counting on your support. Please make a one time donation or become a sustaining member by joining the Rainbow Donors Club. Thanks to your donation, Center and the local LGBT community will continue to thrive. The Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so your donations are tax deductible. We will be happy to issue receipts for your donations if needed. If you have any questions, please contact the Center. Sincerely, The Center’s Directors and Volunteers 
About Your DonationsOnline credit card donations are processed through PayPal, a safe and easy to use payment system. If you wish to help us avoid the fees we pay when you donate with a credit card, you can instead mail a check payable to GLCB to P.O. Box 2712, Bakersfield CA 93303 or contact us.
Why Donate?The Gay & Lesbian Center of Bakersfield is a non-profit community organization, 501(c)(3), providing a safe and welcoming environment along with support and services to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community and allies. We also serve as a bridge to the entire community.
Support by Shopping
You can also support our mission by your regular online shopping! We have nearly 200 online retail partners including Amazon, Target, and more. Just click through the button below.
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Making a gift donation to the Gay & Lesbian Center is easy and secure, any amount is greatly appreciated. Use the Donate button below or contact us for other options.
Donate Now Thank you for your supportJoin the Rainbow Donors Club
Club members financially support the Center by making a donation once a year or by pledging a sustaining, recurring monthly donation. Members enjoy a number of benefits including the opportunity to build a brighter future for the local LGBT community, a tax deduction, and - why not? - bragging rights! For more information about the Rainbow Donors Club, please download the informational flyer below, or provide your information and we'll contact you as soon as possible.
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Our mission is to provide a sense of community, self-respect and hope. We believe that gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people of all ages deserve to celebrate and be proud of whom they are and live full and rewarding lives as productive and contributing members of society. Our goal is to empower individuals in achieving these objectives.
To fulfill our mission we rely on volunteers and the generosity of individuals and businesses. Your donation will fund existing programs and groups like our popular young adults group - 2030+Q, Grey Matters - a group serving our 40+ LGBT community, Transgender Meetup & Support Group, our Referral Network, and many other programs and services. Please see our programs and services list.
Your donation also goes towards events and services such as on-site HIV testing and education, Our "It Gets Better" tolerance education initiative, our transgender day of remembrance, and many others - please see our list.
What & How to Donate
Make a gift donation
Making a gift donation is fast and easy with our online donation option. Simply use your credit or debit card and click the "Donate" button - any amount is greatly appreciated. It's that simple!
This option is ideal for one-time, sustaining, in-honor or memorial gifts. The Center depends on donations from generous individuals like you to continue to build and strengthen our local LGBT community. Host a house party
Throw a party or organize a holiday gathering and ask that a donation be made to the Center in lieu of gifts. Contact us for tips.
Volunteer
Make an invaluable gift of your time and energy. Contact the Center to sign-up.
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Become a corporate sponsor
Make a difference by partnering with the Center as a sponsor of our many events and programs. Contact us for more information.
Clean out your closet
Do you have clothes that you no longer use, arts supplies, outgrown kids and baby items or other items in good condition? Please consider donating them to the Center. Larger household goods may be donated as well. Contact the Center to schedule a pick-up or a drop-off. Better yet, simply host a yard-sale and donate the proceeds to the Center.
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Use AmazonSmile
If you frequently shop at Amazon, most of your purchases may be eligible in helping support the Center. Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Center by shopping at AmazonSmile. You get the same products, the same variety, and the same prices all while helping our organization. For more information and to get started click here. Look us up as "Gay and Lesbian Center of Bakersfield".
Quick Note: You must use the URL smile.amazon.com each time you shop on Amazon in order for your purchase to be eligible for a donation. Bookmark this page for ease.
If you frequently shop at Amazon, most of your purchases may be eligible in helping support the Center. Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Center by shopping at AmazonSmile. You get the same products, the same variety, and the same prices all while helping our organization. For more information and to get started click here. Look us up as "Gay and Lesbian Center of Bakersfield".
Quick Note: You must use the URL smile.amazon.com each time you shop on Amazon in order for your purchase to be eligible for a donation. Bookmark this page for ease.
The Gay & Lesbian Center of Bakersfield is a non-profit organization, 501(c)(3), serving the LGBT community of Greater Bakersfield. For more information about charitable contributions, please contact us.