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Ohio LGBTQ+ Nonprofit Guide

Our goal with this LGBTQ+ Ohio Nonprofit Guide is to support individuals finding the community they might be seeking.

2026 LGBTQ+ Ohio Pride Guide

To #FindYourPride, our 2026 guide has sections organized by city and by date.

2025-26 Guide to Ohio’s LGBTQ+ Legislation (136th General Assembly)

To help you differentiate one bill from another, we have put together this easy-to-use reference guide to Ohio LGBTQ+ legislation.

10 things LGBTQ+ Ohioans should know about absentee voting

Voting as an LGBTQ+ person can be overwhelming, so we’re breaking down your absentee options step-by-step.

Hey, LGBTQ+ Ohio! Get That Checked Before It’s a Problem: Common Health Conditions That Sneak Up On You

Many LGBTQ+ adults avoid going to the doctor because they have had bad experiences in the past.

I established an LGBTQ+ scholarship at Ohio University to honor my friend. SB 1 forced me to move it off campus.

My decision was a direct response to current state policies that limit public universities’ ability to serve LGBTQ+ students openly and affirmatively.

This News is So Gay (8/12/26): Talking authenticity and intersectionality with Shar Jossell

Ken Schneck and Shar Jossell discuss her experiences as a noted journalist and culture critic.

As the need for foster parents skyrockets, this Ohio lesbian couple has opened their home and hearts

Currently, over 700 children in the custody of Summit County Children Services are in need of a safe, loving and caring family.

A photo of a performance taking place at Lebanon Pride is in full color. In front of the photo, Lebanon Councilman Mike Cope is in black-and-white with a screen filter, as if he is watching the performance.
Ohio council member encourages residents to surveil local Pride celebration

Lebanon Pride’s organizers say the official’s Facebook post could ‘jeopardize’ attendees’ ability to ‘feel very safe and welcome’

Ohio council member finally passes Pride Month resolution by beating another councilmember at her own game

Maple Heights City Council has voted down a nearly identical resolution every year since 2021

Audio Ohio Mama Bears bring representation to little free libraries…one queer book at a time

'Our focus is trying to get these books into communities where kids might not have access to them in other ways.'

10 things LGBTQ+ Ohioans should know about in-person early voting

Voting as an LGBTQ+ person can be overwhelming, so we’re breaking down the process step-by-step.

Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Trans comic book creator gains new superpowers in Ohio

Black Lightning creator Jenny Blake Isabella came out as trans in her 70s. The comics industry embraced her.

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