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The LGBTQIA+ Community Center of the Ozarks

Our Mission

The GLO Center

The GLO Center is a nonprofit that serves the LGBTQIA community in the Ozarks through support, resources, education, and advocacy, to create a more inclusive and welcoming community where all can thrive.

Statements

Moral Panic/Divisive Topics

The GLO Center stands in solidarity and support of students, educators, and community members across the country who voice their opposition to new state laws regarding divisive topics and restricting bodily autonomy. This proposed legislation will negatively impact marginalized groups, specifically harming individuals and communities based on gender, sexuality, and race…..

Become a Member

As a nonprofit, the GLO Center relies on membership and donations to continue to provide support, resources, education, and advocacy to the local LGBTQIA+ community. Join your local LGBTQ community center in this vital work by becoming a sustaining member today. Members receive voting rights at annual meetings.

General Membership

$ 1
Monthly
  • Voting rights at annual meeting

Support Membership

$ 12 50
Monthly
  • Voting rights at annual meeting

Advocate Membership

$ 50
Monthly
  • Voting rights at annual meeting

Thrive Membership

$ 100
Monthly
  • Voting rights at annual meeting
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Let's Get Together

Events & Programs

Want to meet other LGBTQIA+ people? The GLO Center is a place to be yourself, a place to meet others in the community, and a place to find information about the community at large. Basically, it's YOUR place for LGBTQIA+ community.

Upcoming Events

October Banned Book Club Meeting

What: Join GLO in our monthly book club, where we will be reading a series of books that have been or could be banned, followed by a discussion on the books, novels, and writings. Book – The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
When: Sunday, October 1, 1pm – 2:30pm (Every first Sunday)
Where: The GLO Center

Queer Film Series: "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2"

What: A special screening of “A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge” at Alamo Drafthouse! This event is a part of our Queer Film Series, an initiative by The GLO Center and Alamo Drafthouse to celebrate and discuss important pieces in queer cinema.
When: Tuesday, October 24, 7pm
Where: Alamo Drafthouse Springfield

Pride in the Park: An LGBTQIA+ History Celebration

What: A celebration for LGBTQIA+ History Month in October. We’re excited to bring you a brand-new event to commemorate our community’s history and achievements!
When: Saturday, October 28, 11am – 3pm
Where: Phelps Grove Park

Rainbow Kids - Trunk or Treat

What: Wear your costumes and get candy! This event is for LGBTQ+ kiddos aged 5-11, accompanied by a grownup. Friends ages 5-11 and siblings of any age are also welcome.  
When: Saturday, October 28, 4pm – 6pm
Where: The GLO Center Parking Lot