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Become a member

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.

Upcoming Events

The GLO Market

What: Join us in supporting local queer-owned businesses and organizations!
When: Saturday, September 21, 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: The GLO Center

Rainbow Kids: Nature Center Outing

What: Join us at the Nature Center for the program “Reptiles & Amphibians” – featuring live reptiles and amphibians and a focus on the separate species of each group! This activity features an indoor portion and a guided hike, each lasting about 45 minutes.) Who: To give LGBTQ+ families with kids 11 and under an opportunity to meet with each other and connect with nature.This event is for LGBTQ+ kiddos aged 5-11, accompanied by a grownup (this is not a drop-off event – grownups must stay with their kids.) 
When: Saturday, September 28, 2 PM – 4 PM
Where: Springfield Conservation Nature Center

8 Week - Youth Therapeutic Support Group

What: The GLO Center is partnering with Beyond Healing to offer a new therapeutic support group to provide a safe, open space for adolescents to explore their identities, find community, and develop healthy coping skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. To reserve a spot, email therapy@beyondhealingcenter.com. Who:  For LGBTQIA+ teens ages 14-18. 
When: Every Friday from 6-7 PM, starting September 27th through November 15th.
Where: Springfield Conservation Nature Center

2024 Annual Meeting

What: The annual meeting is a time for GLO members to come together, elect board members, and celebrate all that we have accomplished this year! 🎉
It will include live music, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar (which will include non-alcoholic drink options as well). Who: The annual meeting is free for GLO members. If you need clarification on your status as a member, please email aaron@glocenter.org for more information. When: Monday, September 30, 5:30 PM – 8 PM
Where: This year’s annual meeting will happen in a new location (provided upon RSVP).

GLO 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. October Book: Native Son by Richard Wright
When: Sunday, October 6, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: The GLO Center