Nonprofits
LGBTQIA+ led nonprofits in Maine.
Queerly ME
Queerly ME’s mission to foster strong support networks and strengthen community belonging for LGBTQIA+ adults in Maine is bolstered by three strategic initiatives to create and increase 1) LGBTQIA+ visibility, 2) resource accessibility, and 3) opportunities for community building outdoors.
Queerly ME is the only LGBTQIA+ led nonprofit present in all 16 counties of Maine annually. Queerly ME is creating of a statewide community network where LGBTQIA+ people can develop critical support systems, share affirming resources, and access the restorative power of the outdoors.
A queer-centered gear library and education center based in Portland with programs across Maine & New Hampshire.Kindling Collective
Maine Trans Net
A community based organization led by transgender people for transgender people based in Portland.
Community-led organization offering fly fishing and nature-based programs in Maine and across the US with a focus on community building and equitable access. Programs are queer-centered, and unless otherwise specified are open to anyone who is marginalized by normative outdoor culture spaces. Confluence Collective
Equality Maine
Advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and building community with LGBTQ+ youth and older adults in Maine for over 40 years. Based in Portland with statewide services.
Out In The Open
A multiracial, majority working class, grassroots, movement and capacity building organization based in Wabanaki territory throughout the states of Vermont and Maine.
A youth-led, membership organization building the power of LGBTQ+ young people in Maine (aged 14-25) through intersectional organizing for LGBTQ+, racial, and economic justice. Based in Portland.Portland Outright
ACT UP Maine
Downeast Rainbow Alliance
A coalition of young adults, health care workers, educators, organizers, LGBTQ+ community members and allies. Based in Washington county.
Rainbow Arts Collective supports LGBTQIA+ artists in a variety of artistic disciplines to strengthen connections across the state and create spaces and opportunities for Maine’s queer arts community and the public.Rainbow Arts Collective
Equality Community Center
A collaborative workplace for LGBTQ+ and allied social justice seeking non-profit organizations based in Portland.
L/A It’s Happening Queer
A group of local queer organizers creating spaces and opportunities for our Lewiston Auburn LGBTQIA community to thrive.
Campfire Institute
Wilderness Enrichment adventures for girls & LGBTQ+ youth. Statewide
OUT Maine
Building the welcoming and affirming communities urgently needed for Maine’s LGBTQ+ youth. Based in Rockland with statewide services.
A collective of Two-Spirit, Indigiqueer, LGBTQIA+ kin, Elders, Knowledge Carriers, youth and allies from Wabanaki territory and across Turtle Island.Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance
Pride Committees
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A series of events celebrating Midcoast Maine's vibrant queer community and raising funds for OUT Maine.
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