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Become a member

Become a Member

The GLO Center exists because of its members. Our members are the people who show up, give what they can, and make sure this community has a home.

Members sustain the Center through financial contributions, volunteer time, or often a combination of both. A gift of $12 or 12 hours of volunteer service qualifies you for a GLO membership for one year. If you’ve met this qualification and were not offered the chance to become an official member of The GLO Center, email Aaron Kitchens at aaron@glocenter.org.

Beyond keeping the lights on, our members play an important role in the life of the organization. As a member, you are part of GLO’s formal governance structure. Members are invited to participate in the annual membership meeting each fall, where they vote on candidates for the Board of Directors. This ensures that community members have a direct voice in the leadership and future of the Center.

Being a GLO member is far more than a donation. It means you are part of a community that shapes, sustains, and protects this space for LGBTQIA+ people in our region.

Upcoming Events

GLO Market

What: The GLO Market supports local queer-owned businesses and resources. Started in 2023, GLO Markets aim to showcase local talent where patrons can purchase from over 20+ LGBTQIA+ artists, resources, and entrepreneurs.
When: Saturday, October 31 @ 12PM – 4PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO

Banned Book Club

What: Join GLO at our Banned Book Club, where we’ll be reading a series of books that have been or could be banned, followed by discussions on the books, novels, and writings.
When: Sunday, November 1 @ 12PM – 1:30PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO

Post-Election Decompression Day

What: Regardless of the outcome of the midterm elections, we all need some space and time to decompress and take care of ourselves. GLO, PFLAG, and PROMO will be hosting a Post-Election Decompression Day. We’ll be eating snacks, relaxing, doing art, playing board games, or otherwise just spending time together!
When: Wednesday, November 4th @ 12PM – 3PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO

GLO Movie Night: Bound (1996)

What:Join us for GLO Center Movie Night featuring a screening of Bound (1996). Free admission! Tickets are first come, first served. 
When: Saturday, November 7th @ 4PM
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here: The Moxie Cinema – 305 S Campbell Ave #101, Springfield, MO