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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.

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. 

It’s important to note that each membership level builds upon the previous, ensuring that you enjoy all the benefits from lower tiers as you advance. From the Supporter Level at $1/month to the Champion Level at $100/month, your support means the world to us.

Advocate

$ 12 50
Monthly
  • Voting Rights
  • Participate in decision-making by exercising your voting rights at the annual meeting.

  • Digital Thank You Card
  • Receive a personalized digital thank-you card expressing our gratitude for your support.

  • GLO Center Sticker
  • Show your support with an exclusive GLO Center sticker to display proudly.

Ally

$ 25 00
Monthly
  • Voting Rights
  • Participate in decision-making by exercising your voting rights at the annual meeting.

  • Digital Thank You Card
  • Receive a personalized digital thank-you card expressing our gratitude for your support.

  • GLO Center Sticker
  • Show your support with an exclusive GLO Center sticker to display proudly.

  • Recognition on Website
  • Your name will be featured on our website's supporter page as a valued Partner

Partner

$ 50 00
Monthly
  • Voting Rights
  • Participate in decision-making by exercising your voting rights at the annual meeting.

  • Digital Thank You Card
  • Receive a personalized digital thank-you card expressing our gratitude for your support.

  • GLO Center Sticker
  • Show your support with an exclusive GLO Center sticker to display proudly.

  • Recognition on Website
  • Your name will be featured on our website's supporter page as a valued Partner

  • GLO T-Shirt
  • Show off your dedication to our community with a unique t-shirt available only to Partner & Champion Level members.

Champion

$ 100 00
Monthly
  • Voting Rights
  • Participate in decision-making by exercising your voting rights at the annual meeting.

  • Digital Thank You Card
  • Receive a personalized digital thank-you card expressing our gratitude for your support.

  • GLO Center Sticker
  • Show your support with an exclusive GLO Center sticker to display proudly.

  • Recognition on Website
  • Your name will be featured on our website's supporter page as a valued Partner

  • GLO T-Shirt
  • Show off your dedication to our community with a unique t-shirt available only to Partner & Champion Level members.

  • Exclusive Event Access
  • Gain VIP access to select GLO Center events throughout the year.

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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

Winter Landscapes: Art Class

What: The December class focuses on winter landscapes. Parents and guardians are invited to attend with their children, making it a perfect family bonding activity!
Who:
LGBTQ+ families and ally families with kids aged 0-5. 
When: Monday,
December 9, 5 PM – 6:30 PM

 
Where: The GLO Center

Women & Non-Binary Support Group

What: Allows women and woman-aligned folks to come together and build community with each other. Queer women and nonbinary people, whether they are cis, trans, gender nonconforming, or other gender identities to socialize and engage in peer support. 
When: 
Tuesday, December 10, 5:30PM – 8:30PM

 
Where: The Third Place, 416 W Commercial St

Winter Morning: Art Exhibition

What: Join us at The GLO Center’s Winter Art Exhibition to see local featured LGBTQIA+ artists – and most art will be for sale! Entry is free – wine, nonalcoholic beverages, and charcuterie will be provided while you browse the gallery collection!
When: Saturday, December 14, 2 PM – 5 PM

 
Where: The GLO Center

Family Support & Education Meetings

What: Many people don’t know where to turn when a child, family member, friend, or other loved one comes out as LGBTQ+. The GLO Center is partnering with PFLAG Springfield/SWMO to help you better understand, support, and celebrate your loved one. 
When: December 17, 5 PM – 7 PM
Where: The Third Place – 416 W Commercial St