The purpose of Chi Psi Omega is to promote equality and awareness in the LGBTQ community. Chi Psi Omega believes family is the cornerstone of our society. We strive to make a difference through community service outreach, promoting tolerance and understanding of the LGBTQ community, and ensuring the continuing education of our neighbors. This organization
Interfaith Equality Coalition
The Charlotte Interfaith Equality Coalition advocates and promotes equality and justice grounded in our faith perspective for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in the Charlotte area. Our goal is to raise visibility and dialogue around the challenges these everyday North Carolinians face.
BnT Printing
Need high quality business cards, flyers, postcards, brochures, or catalogs? Look no further than BnTPrinting.com! Our cutting edge technology and streamlined business process allows us to increase production quality while reducing cost. BnTPrinting.com has been helping businesses of all sizes with their printing and marketing needs.
Carolina Cougars
The Carolina Cougars is a Flag Football team founded in August, 2009 by Stephen Stepp to represent the state of North Carolina and the great city of Charlotte! Our focus is to provide a positive, social, welcoming environment through the team characteristic inherent to football while capturing the athletic and competitive nature of flag football.
QC Dinner Group
QC Dinner Group is a an eclectic and welcoming foodie group for Charlotte area residents that gathers for semi-monthly dinners in the Charlotte area to try a new restaurant or to visit a favorite.
Charlotte Speed Demons
Formed in 2010, the Charlotte Speed Demons are a women’s flat track roller derby team unlike any other in the region. While others incorporate some level of showmanship (stage names, stage makeup or nontraditional sports attire), the Speed Demons have chosen a different direction. To help reinforce the fact that roller derby is a sport,
Bear Encounters
Billed as the biggest monthly bear party in Charlotte. The monthly parties are for Bears, Cubs and their Admirers!
Jennifer Lynne Photography
Jennifer Lynne offers an on-location photographer for all your family, personal and business portrait, and wedding/commitment ceremony needs. Jennifer Lynne Photography has been serving the Charlotte population for five years including the LGBT community.
Infini Massage and Bodyworks
Out-call based practice in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular, Sports Massage and Reflexology. Licensed and Insured. NCLBMT #07257
David Lari Studios
David Lari Studios provides photography and other artistic services as well as serving as a resource for connecting with other photographers and aspiring models.
Charlotte Atheists & Agnostics
Charlotte Atheists & Agnostics has developed a mission statement that will guide the events and projects we host. The mission statement of CAA is: To create and foster a close-knit community of non-believers and to put a positive face on atheism through education, public outreach and community service. We welcome and encourage membership from persons of
Charlotte Nude Yoga
Our goal is to provide an opportunity for male community and holistic social interaction between supportive, centered individuals who enjoy the practice of yoga as well as the company of other naked men. We strive to provide an atmosphere of camaraderie, body-acceptance, and sensuality (not sexuality). Although sensuality is an intrinsic part of this group
FLO (For Lesbians Only)
Ladies come out to the sexiest monthly event for specifically for you. FLO (FOR LESBIANS ONLY) is a Monthly party .designed for just you in mind. Come and experience the event that centers around bi-sexual and lesbian women only. Usually the Third Fridays of every month at Hartigan’s, but check the calendar.
Mecklenburg County Department of Health
The Mecklenburg County Department of Health works to reduce HIV, syphilis and other sexually transmitted infection by promoting health and enabling individuals and communities to increase control over conditions affecting their health. The website provides testing and counselling sites as well as case management referral services.
Creative Loafing
While not a specific LGBT publication,. Creative Loafing has made its distinctive mark in the Charlotte market by emphasizing quality writing, hard hitting stories, and entertainment/arts/people profiles that offer appreciable attention to the LGBT community. The link below will take visitors to their LGBT coverage.
SugaWalls Entertainment
A promotional company based in North Carolina that gives the mature gay men & women (as well as our heterosexual, bisexual friends) a safe outlet to experience the most entertaining nightlife in the community. Started in 2004 in Greensboro and now have blossomed to Charlotte. SugaWalls Entertainment’s mission is to give the LGBT community the
Pocket Rocket Guide – Charlotte
Charlotte’s Pocket-Sized Gay Guide — Is that a Rocket in your Pocket? Everybody wants to know what is going on… Now once a month you can put it all in your POCKET! The Pocket Rocket Guide is simple, convenient and effective. For two years, the Pocket Rocket Guide in Atlanta, GA has successfully connected the
InterstateQ
InterstateQ.com is the commentary and opinion blog of journalist and activist Matt Comer. InterstateQ.com brings you serious, insightful and in-depth discussion and commentary on the important local, state and national political, religious, cultural and social issues of the day.
Pozitively Speaking
Based in Charlotte, Pozitively Speaking is a site dedicated to fighting the stigma of HIV/AIDSthrough education, community involvement, the collaboration with local businesses and personal testimony throughout the Carolinas. The site offers regional HIV testing, prevention and care resources; news headlines and a blog. The site owner is also a co-host on the POZIAM Radio Show.
Dalliance Films
Dalliance Films is an emerging motion picture production company committed to developing the independent motion picture industry and the independent artists of the Charlotte, NC Region. We are independent film! Be certain to check out their upcoming, film “Timing”!
QNotes
QNotes is the LGBT arts, entertainment and news publication based in Charlotte, N.C. With a strong and robust presence online at goqnotes.com, and a free print circulation of approximately 10,000 distributed every other week, we are the largest and most trusted source of news, politics, opinion, entertainment, art, lifestyle, community events and more for LGBT North
LGBT Bar Association
The LGBT Bar Association in Charlotte is voluntary professional association of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender attorneys, judges, paralegals and law students and allies who provide a GLBT presence within Charlotte’s legal community. We are still in the “formation” process but any who are interested in joining us is welcome. Membership is open to attorneys, paralegals, and
Sophisticated LYFE Entertainment
Sophisticated Lyfe Entertainment is the premier upscale event producer for the 25+ LGBT community in the Carolinas. Producing events with DIVERSITY in mind.
Kabarett Vulgare
Kabarett Vulgare is a bastardization of Weimar Era cabaret and the American Sideshow tradition, performed by a collective of artists from all different mediums and backrounds. Our goal is to provide an outlet for artists to ‘think outside the box’, and to engage the audience and challenge their perspective of what they consider bizzarre and
Campus Pride
Campus Pride represents the only national nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization for student leaders and campus groups working to create a safer college environment for LGBT students. The organization is a volunteer-driven network “for” and “by” student leaders. The primary objective of Campus Pride is to develop necessary resources, programs and services to support LGBT and ally
Gay Charlotte Film Festival
Launched in 2009, the Gay Charlotte Film Festival is a project of the Charlotte LGBT Center As one of the newer Gay Film Festivals in the country, organizers try to feature established and up and coming LGBT films.
The Charlotte Gay and Lesbian Fund
The Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund (the Fund) was created to positively impact the underfunding of nonprofit organizations serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. The Fund award grants to organizations that support the LGBT community, as well as bridge building initiatives that seek to cultivate alliances and support with the non-gay community
Wesley Mancini Foundation
The Wesley Mancini Foundation is one of a few United States foundations dedicated solely to supporting the LGBT community. The founder and president, Wesley Mancini, has been a long-time donor to both the Charlotte arts community and to local, state and national LGBT causes. Mancini established the foundation in 2000 in response to heavy censorship
Just Twirl
Just Twirl is an Event Planning & Promotion Service based in Charlotte, NC and focused on the LGBTQ community. Definition of Twirl: To revolve rapidly, as in DANCE!”Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we’re here, we should dance”
D-UP! Charlotte
Prevention is sexy. Our mission is to recruit, engage, and train key influential young men of color who have sex with men (YMCSM) in the community to influence their social networks and make a difference in the greater Charlotte area.
Charlotte Roller Girls
Established in 2006, Charlotte Roller Girls, Inc. (CLTRG) is a skater-owned and operated organization comprised of women and men from all walks of life. Formed to promote the sport of roller derby and enrich the Charlotte community, the league and its members donate time and a portion of bout proceeds to local charitable causes. By
HRC Carolinas
The North Carolina Steering Committee of the Human Rights Campaign is a diverse volunteer group of individuals working each and every day to bring the mission of HRC to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender and straight-supportive people in this area. By taking part in community events, prides, town hall meetings and partnerships with other organizations,
Drake Dentistry
We offer general and cosmetic dentistry services which are economically affordable. We continue to strive to be Charlotte’s premier provider of general dentistry services. Drake Dentistry is a Leadership Sponsor of Pride 2011.
Friendly Computers
Friendly Computers is your one-stop-shop for all of your computer needs. We offer complete computer repair in your home or office. From laptops to servers and smartphones to gaming systems, no problem is too big or too small. We can help with viruses, spyware, internet safety, failed hard drives, wireless networking, data security, and much,
Armin’s Catering
Armin’s Catering has raised the catering “standard” in Charlotte. Known for their magnificent dishes and well-planned menus, AC’s inspired presentations and love for the culinary experience help raise the “bar.” The result is a dramatic, elegant presentation of sumptuously creative menu items. Armin’s is a well respected and utilized caterer in the Charlotte LGBT
Connie J. Vetter, Attorney at Law
Attorney Connie J. Vetter is proud to offer legal services to North Carolina’s diverse community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals and couples. Her law practice is dedicated to personalized legal representation and exceptional client service. Attorney Vetter operates a client-focused practice where the law is explained in understandable language – no legalese here –
Big Mammas House of Burlesque
Big Mammas House of Burlesque is the critically acclaimed epitome of classic Vaudeville, Variety and Burlesque show updated to encompass, sideshow, comedy, music, dance, girls, magic, humor, and did we mention pretty girls??? Come and experience LIVE variety entertainment at it’s Best!
PFLAG Charlotte
The parents, families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, celebrate diversity and envision a society that embraces everyone, including those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Only with respect, dignity and equality for all will we reach our full potential as humna beings, individually and collectively. PFLAG welcomes the participation and
Charlotte Business Guild
The Business Guild is a network of LGBT professionals, business owners, employees and individuals in the Charlotte area who meet to nurture a network of business contacts; encourage fellowship and support among community business, professional and charitable pursuits; and provide and promote positive role models in the LGBT community.
MeckPAC
Mecklenburg LGBT Political Action Committee (most commonly known as just “MeckPAC”) is registered with the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization whose mission is to mobilize the LGBT community and its many allies in Charlotte/Mecklenburg County to vote and participate in city/county elections; to educate city/county elected officials about issues of
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