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Next Level HRCF Program

Next Level at GLO

The GLO Center has been awarded a $10,000 grant to implement Next Level, a national program from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRCF) designed to support LGBTQ+ young adults in building wellness, career pathways, and financial health.

The Next Level program provides skills-based education and resources that help participants navigate biased employment and financial systems and gain increased economic stability. The initiative centers the experiences of Black and Brown, transgender, and non-binary job seekers between the ages of 18-30, while remaining open to all LGBTQ+ community members under the age of 50.

The program launches in early 2026 and includes both in-person and virtual participation options, along with direct support for participants.

Economic empowerment is essential for equality. When LGBTQ+ people, especially the most marginalized among us, have the tools and confidence to succeed, our entire community benefits.

Curriculum Pillars

Through a series of interactive workshops and guided sessions, participants will explore three key pillars of success:

Wellness

Fostering emotional resilience and personal well-being.

Career Pathways

Developing professional skills, navigating workplace bias, and planning long-term goals.

Financial Health

Understanding personal finances, credit, and strategies for economic independence.

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Upcoming Events

🏳️‍⚧️ Trans Day of Visibility 🏳️‍⚧️

What: Celebrate this year’s Transgender Day of Visibility with START! We’ll have food, resources, artists, and a wide variety of local vendors to shop with & support.
We encourage our transgender community & allies alike to attend, share this day of growth & celebration with one another, and show that our community is stronger together.
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hen: Saturday, March 28 @ 1PM – 5PM
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here: Drew Lewis Foundation @ The Fairbanks
This event is FREE to the community. Interested trans artists can sign up, and vendors can purchase table space

🎙️ Stand Up for GLO with Cassie Duncan ✨

What: The GLO Center is thrilled to announce the Second Annual Stand Up for GLO fundraiser – featuring “Your Dad’s Fav Stand-Up Comedian,” Cassie Duncan!
Kansas City–based comedian Cassie Duncan brings sharp, personal humor to the stage, drawing from her experience as a trans woman while covering a wide range of relatable (and wildly funny) topics. She’s performed across the Midwest – from South Dakota to Nebraska to Iowa – and has hosted for nationally touring comedians Jay Jurden and Amber Autry at the Comedy Club of Kansas City.
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hen: Sunday, March 29 @ 7PM
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here: Springfield Comedy Club
Stand Up for GLO is an annual fundraiser aimed at supporting The GLO Center’s mission to bring more queer entertainment and art to the Ozarks!

🎙️ Stand Up for GLO with Cassie Duncan ✨

What: Join us for a powerful evening of music and community at a special concert benefiting The GLO Center, featuring acclaimed cellist and vocalist Molly Healey.
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hen: Sunday, April 12 @ 5PM – 6PM
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here: Brentwood Christian Church
To learn more about Molly and stream her music, click ‘About the Artist’ below!