A confidential drop-in youth center for LGBTQIA+ teens ages 13–18 in the Lake Norman area, offering peer connection and activities in a safe, supportive space. Location is kept private for participant safety; contact the organization directly for access details.

Email: [email protected]

A fully affirming, theologically progressive faith community welcoming LGBTQ+ individuals and allies of all backgrounds. Weekly Sunday gatherings are held in Cornelius and online via Zoom.

Address: 21209 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031

Website: Inclusion Community

Support for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults ages 11–24, including drop-in hours, support groups, mental health counseling, case management, and housing assistance for youth experiencing homelessness.

Website: Time Out Youth

Support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, friends, and allies. The chapter offers community check-in support meetings, one-to-one peer connections, workshops and speaker requests for schools and organizations, and both national and local resources. PFLAG Charlotte also runs Apoyando Con Amor, a program offering support in Spanish for Latino/Hispanic families.

Phone: 704-942-6857

Website: PFLAG Charlotte

Email: [email protected]

The leading national suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people, offering free, confidential support 24/7 through phone, text, and online chat. Trained counselors are available to talk through anything from crisis moments to everyday struggles, and the organization also provides peer support communities, educational resources, and mental health information for youth, families, and allies.

Phone: 1-866-488-7386

Text: START to 678-678 

Website: The Trevor Project