Programs @ TCP
Parents4Parents
For: Parents & Families of LGBTQ People
Parents4Parents is a community for parents and adult family members of LGBTQ people of all ages. The group is free and open to all who are seeking support, education, discussion, and community. P4P is an affirming space for LGBTQ people and offers understanding and support to those who may be struggling with or striving to embrace their child’s identity.
In Person Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Online Meetings:
More Info: P4P on Facebook | Parents4Parents
For: LGBTQ Youth 11 – 18 years old
Prism is an LGBTQ+ youth group for youth ages 11-18 years old. Prism offers fun and educational programming, resources, support, and mentorship focused on LGBTQ+ middle and high school aged youth in the Mid-MO area.
In Person Meetings: 1st – 3rd – 4th Thursdays, 6:30-8:00p
Online Meetings: 2nd Thursdays, 6:30-7:30p
(No meeting on 5th Thursdays.)
Contact: prism@thecenterproject.org
More Info: Prism on Facebook | Prism
Gender Blender
For: Transgender & Non-Binary Adults
A social and supportive space for transgender and non-binary adults to connect, have fun, and access resources. It is a community-based space providing a welcoming, affirming, non-judgmental place to meet with other trans and non-binary adults.
Meetings: 1x/month – Coming January 2022!
Contact: blender@thecenterproject.org
More Info: Gender Blender
MidMo PrideFest
For: Everyone!
Each August, Columbia is home to Mid-MO PrideFest is an annual celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and ally community in Mid-Missouri. This family-friendly event includes entertainment, food, vendors, information on community organizations and more.
Contact: stevend@midmopride.org or janet.davis@midmopride.org
