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LGBTQIA+ Volunteer Opportunities

Help the GLO Center provide support to the LGBTQIA+ community! We are always looking for allies to help out with our events and otherwise. Examples of volunteer opportunities at GLO include:

  • Join a Committee!
  • Center welcoming attendant
  • Tech advisor
  • Pride event planning and assistance
  • Any/all other event assistance
  • Jim House Community Garden attendant
  • Peer Group Facilitator
  • Pro Bono Professional Services or Advice
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Volunteer Process

We’re excited that you’re interested in volunteering with The GLO Center! Getting started is simple:

  1. Fill out the Intereste Form – Complete the interest form below.
  2. Attend a Volunteer Orientation – Orientations are held on the first Saturday of every month (unless otherwise noted) to help you learn more about GLO, our mission, and how you can get involved. 

Once you’ve completed these steps, we’ll connect with you about volunteer opportunities that fit your interests and availability. Thank you for wanting to make a difference in our community!

Check out our Event Calendar for the latest information on the upcoming Volunteer Orientations. 

Volunteer Interest Form

If you think you can be of assistance in any other way, we welcome you to send us your idea! All you have to do is email us at collins@glocenter.org or complete the volunteer interest form below.

Upcoming Events

Gender Affirming Care @ GLO

What: A patient navigator from a local provider will be at The GLO Center to discuss gender-affirming care! 🏳️‍⚧️   
When: Every Friday Noon – 4 PM
  
Where: The GLO Center
Who: Adults 18+  
Walk-ins welcome—no appointment needed! 

Ru Paul's Drag Race Trivia Fundraiser

What: Hey queens! 👑 Join us in a trivia night based on the hit TV phenomenon RuPaul’s Drag Race. Sashay in dressed as your favorite queen/king/they or any drag, have snacks, compete against your fellow queens, and win prizes! 
When: Saturday, April 26th 6 PM
  
Where: The GLO Center
🎟️ Tickets are pay what you want ($10 donation suggested).

Old School Support Group

What: Join us for our off-site visit! 🌈
GLO is excited to offer lesbian, gay, bi, and transgender adults aged 50+ opportunities to connect with each other and build community.
The Old School Group is a social space where people can meet others, form friendships, and share their life experiences.
When: Saturday, April 26th 4 PM
  
Where: Cielito Lindo (3530 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO 65807)
The group is geared towards 50+ but there is no age limit, younger people can attend. No RSVP Necessary.

Old School Support Group

What: Join us for our off-site visit! 🌈
GLO is excited to offer lesbian, gay, bi, and transgender adults aged 50+ opportunities to connect with each other and build community.
The Old School Group is a social space where people can meet others, form friendships, and share their life experiences.
When: Tuesday, April 29th 9 PM
  
Where: The GLO Center  
The group is geared towards 50+ but there is no age limit, younger people can attend. No RSVP Necessary.

Rainbow Kids: Earth Day Art Class

What: The GLO Center is partnering with Springfield Regional Arts Council (SRAC) to bring you a series of monthly art classes. 
We hope you join us for this session in the style of Keith Haring!
When: Monday, April 28th 5 PM
  
Where: The GLO Center
Please RSVP via email to collins@glocenter.org with how many adults & children you anticipate bringing.

Women & Non-Binary Support Group

What: To provide women and woman-aligned folks to come together and build community with each other.
Who: For queer women and nonbinary people, whether they are butches, femmes, cis, trans, gender nonconforming, or other gender identities to socialize and engage in peer support.
 
When: Tuesday, April 29nd 5:30 PM 
Where: The Third Place – 416 W Commercial St

APO @ GLO: Medicaid Specialist

What: The APO Community Health Team will be at GLO to provide information, answer questions, and offer support for those needing assistance in Medicaid enrollment.   
When: Every 4th Monday 1 PM – 4 PM
  
Where: The GLO Center
Walk-ins welcome—no appointment needed! 

Men & Non-Binary Support Group

What: To provide men and man-aligned folks the opportunity to come together and build community with each other.
Who: For queer men and nonbinary people, whether they are cis, trans, gender nonconforming, or other gender identities to socialize and engage in peer support.
 
When: Thursday, May 1st 6 PM 
Where: The Third Place – 416 W Commercial St

GLO Volunteer Orientation

What: Interested in being a GLO Volunteer? This orientation will familiarize you with the GLO Center’s work and prepare you to be a GLO volunteer.
When: Saturday, May 10th 3 PM – 4 PM

Where: The GLO Center

APO @ GLO: Prevention & Harm Reduction

What: The APO Prevention Team will be at GLO to provide information, answer questions, and offer select supplies for sexual health and harm reduction. 
W
hen: Every 2nd Monday 1 PM – 4 PM  
Where: The GLO Center
Walk-ins welcome—no appointment needed! 

The GLO Market

What: A monthly event supporting 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, May 17th 10 AM – 2 PM

Where: The GLO Center

GLO Movie Night @ The Moxie

What: Moonage Daydream (2022) is a documentary film about the legendary musician and artist David Bowie, directed by Brett Morgen. Unlike traditional documentaries, the film is an immersive audiovisual experience that blends never-before-seen concert footage, interviews, and personal archives with Bowie’s own narration and music! 
When: Saturday, May 17th 4 PM
  
Where: Moxie Cinema – 305 S Campbell Ave #101