Community Groups in Seattle

Mixed-gender social and support organization for bisexual, bi-curious people, and their partners in the Puget Sound area. Supports the community through educational speaking events, support groups, and social gatherings.

Queer-straight alliance chorus for LGBTQ+ youth, friends, and allies, providing a safe space for queer youth to sing. Also home to Fluidity, an adult SSAA choir that performs to support nonprofit organizations.

Nonprofit supporting 18+ transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, genderfluid, gender diverse, intersex, two-spirit, agender, and questioning individuals through direct services including support groups, advocacy, and financial aid. Based in Tacoma, serving all of Washington state.

Nonprofit organization offering various support groups for the LGBTQ community and people living with HIV/AIDS, including AA groups, spiritual groups, social groups, book clubs, game nights, and substance abuse support. Located on Capitol Hill.

Promotes the health and well-being of the Latinx LGBTQ community through culturally appropriate disease prevention, education, support services, immigrant rights advocacy, legal services, and community building. Founded in 1991.

Seattle's LGBTQ+ community center providing health services, peer support groups, arts programming, mutual aid, and wellness resources. Offers free HIV/STI testing, mental health counseling, and youth programs.

Nonprofit advocacy organization elevating the rights of Two-Spirit, trans, and gender diverse communities in Washington state through grassroots organizing, direct services, impact litigation, and events like Trans Pride Seattle and Trans Advocacy Day.

LGBTQ+ affirming 55+ senior organization on Capitol Hill, providing community programs and advocacy for elder LGBTQ+ adults. Formerly known as Generations Aging with Pride, focused on promoting belonging, eliminating discrimination, and honoring older community members.

Washington state's LGBTQ+ and allied chamber of commerce, the largest in North America. Founded in 1981, GSBA connects over 1,300 small business, corporate, and nonprofit members through networking, advocacy, scholarships, and community events.

Nonprofit social and charitable organization (the Abbey of St. Joan) that provides funds and services to other nonprofits within the LGBTQ+ community of Seattle and King County. Part of the international Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence movement promoting queer visibility and erasing stigma.

One of the oldest transgender organizations in the United States, founded in 1977. Provides peer-led support groups, advocacy, resource navigation, community organizing, and education for transgender and gender diverse people in the Puget Sound region.

Community center for LGBTQ+ youth (ages 10-22) on Capitol Hill. Offers drop-in programming, support groups, mentoring, leadership development, and social activities in a safe and affirming environment.

Provides legal services and community programming for transgender and queer low-income people and other marginalized communities. Focuses on legal advocacy and education by and for LGBTQ+ communities.

Grassroots advocacy organization building power among LGBTQ communities and allies in Washington state to work towards economic, racial, and gender justice through community organizing, education, and developing grassroots leadership.

Community health organization fighting health inequity for nearly 40 years. Provides wraparound care including nutritious food access, stable housing, and vital health resources for people living with HIV, diabetes, kidney disease, and other life-challenging illnesses.

Confidential meeting space for LGBTQI and questioning individuals in the greater Seattle area who have ever identified as Muslim. Provides a safe, private community for connection and support.

Provides support and advocacy for bisexual, trans, lesbian, and gay survivors of abuse and domestic violence. Founded in 1987, it is dedicated to assisting LGBTQ+ victims through crisis support, safety planning, and community education.

Founded in 1994, this organization researches, interprets, and communicates the history of LGBTQ+ people in the Pacific Northwest for study, education, and enjoyment.

Provides peer emotional support and personal development services to the LGBTQ community. Offers no-cost peer coaching, support groups, housing services, employment programs, and free HIV testing for those impacted by HIV/AIDS, mental health issues, or addiction.

Seattle chapter of the nation's largest family and ally organization for LGBTQ+ people. Provides peer-to-peer support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals, their parents, families, and friends.

Multicultural community health organization providing culturally relevant HIV medical case management, reentry planning, transitional services, emotional support, and counseling for communities of color in Seattle.

Donor-based philanthropic organization funding LGBTQ+ community nonprofits across the Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, ID, MT, AK). Provides grants, scholarships, and fellowships to support LGBTQ+ students, scholars, and community advocates.

LGBTQ+ professional network for the legal community. Provides mentorship programs and resources related to diversity and equity in the legal profession, the courts, and under the law in Washington state.

Non-gendered singing community for queer, trans, and gender-expansive individuals of all identities and voice types. Curates re-humanizing singing spaces and hosts social events like nature walks alongside regular rehearsals.

Skill-share program offering camping trips, workshops, and volunteer opportunities for queer and trans adults in Seattle. Focuses on building practical skills and community through hands-on activities.

BYOB(ook) silent reading club for the LGBTQ+ community, meeting monthly at Ada's Technical Books and Charlie's Queer Books on Capitol Hill. An accessible, alcohol-free social space for connection over shared identity and a love of reading.

LGBTQ+ performing arts organization featuring a concert band and other ensembles. Performing instrumental music in Seattle since 1998, welcoming LGBTQIA+ community members, allies, and musicians of all skill levels.

Works to register LGBTQ+ people to vote and develops candidate ranking systems to publicize where candidates stand on LGBTQ+ issues in the greater Seattle metropolitan area. Founded in 1977 as the Seattle Municipal Elections Committee.

Home to the Seattle Men's Chorus and Seattle Women's Chorus, among the largest LGBTQ+-identified choruses in the world. Founded in 1979, the organization builds community and illuminates the experiences of LGBTQ+ people through innovative choral performances.

The oldest LGBTQ-focused community mental health agency in the world, founded in 1969. Provides counseling, behavioral health services, substance abuse treatment, and support groups for the LGBTQ community in Seattle/King County.

Long-running monthly book club for queer women (inclusively and expansively defined), meeting second Saturdays at Gay City Health. Discusses lesbian literature and provides a social space for readers in the Seattle LGBTQ+ community.

City advisory group that addresses and presents concerns of LGBTQ+ Seattleites to the Mayor, City Council, and all City departments. Recommends policies and legislation and works to ensure equitable treatment of LGBTQ+ residents.

Community meetups, social events, and workshops for people beyond the gender binary in Seattle.

Producers of Seattle PrideFest, one of the largest free Pride festivals in the country, held annually in June at Seattle Center and Capitol Hill. Organizes community celebrations, performances, and vendor markets.

Social and recreational organization for gay and bisexual men over 40 and their admirers. Part of Prime Timers Worldwide, offering regular social activities, friendships, and community connection.

Seattle chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a collective of queer nuns committed to erasing stigma, increasing queer visibility, promoting safer sex practices, and assisting marginalized members of the LGBTQ+ community through charitable work and community events.

LGBTQ+ Latinx community group building community, sharing resources, and fostering spaces for learning and growth in Seattle.

Film screening organization providing access to films by, for, and about the LGBTQ+ community. Produces the Seattle Queer Film Festival and offers a video and media literacy youth training program.

Supportive, empowering, and affirming community for LGBTQ+ and differently-oriented South Asians in the Pacific Northwest. Part of the Trikone network providing social connection and cultural community.

Queer and trans people of color-led grassroots organization serving the Queer and Trans Pacific Islander (QTPI) community in South King County. Addresses challenges and builds on the strength and resilience of Pacific Islander LGBTQ+ communities.