Rainbow Cafe LGBTQ Center

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Rainbow Cafe LGBTQ Center Rainbow Cafe is a 501c3 nonprofit serving the LGBTQIA+ community and friends of Southern Illinois. Est. 2000.

Located in Carbondale, Il., Rainbow Café provides a safe and welcoming environment for people who are gay, le***an, bisexual, transgender, or questioning their orientation, and their friends, by creating a space in which they are affirmed and offered non-judgmental support and access to personal, community, health, and spiritual resources.

Guess What? Ticket sales close this weekend! October 31st @ 11:59p!Don't miss your opportunity to attend our 26th Annive...
10/28/2026

Guess What? Ticket sales close this weekend! October 31st @ 11:59p!

Don't miss your opportunity to attend our 26th Anniversary Gala! We have amazing food, speeches, awards, and entertainment lined up! You do not want to miss this!

Get you tickets here: https://givebutter.com/RC26

Want to help Rainbow Cafe make this years annual fundraising Gala a smashing success? 💪Consider sponsoring! A sponsorshi...
10/24/2026

Want to help Rainbow Cafe make this years annual fundraising Gala a smashing success? 💪Consider sponsoring!

A sponsorship to our Gala allows for us to continue working towards our mission for another year! From Drop In to the Trans Resource Fairs, your sponsorship allows us to continue doing the essential work of supporting the LGBTQ+ community of Southern Illinois!

Depending on the level of sponsorship, those who sponsor get benefits from marketing, to t-shirts, to complimentary tickets, or even gift baskets!

Make A Difference By Sponsoring Here: https://givebutter.com/sponsor-RC26

Do you love Rainbow Cafe? Do you want to support us in an impactful, meaningful way? Donate to our Auction at our 26th A...
10/22/2026

Do you love Rainbow Cafe? Do you want to support us in an impactful, meaningful way? Donate to our Auction at our 26th Anniversary Gala!

Our auction is one of the most anticipated activities for our annual Gala, and we love to make a great impression! From art , to oil changes, to facials we need your help! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Email us at [email protected] to participate! 💚

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️This Sunday!
10/21/2026

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️This Sunday!

Don't forget to grab your tickets to Rainbow Cafe's 26th Anniversary Gala! Ticket sales close at 11:59p on 10/31! Join u...
10/20/2026

Don't forget to grab your tickets to Rainbow Cafe's 26th Anniversary Gala! Ticket sales close at 11:59p on 10/31! Join us for food by Bake Me Happy, Food Co., cash bar service by Hunan Restaurant, and live entertainment by local entertainers! Plus our silent and live auctions!

Get Your Ticket Here: https://givebutter.com/RC26

Want to sponsor or donate an auction item? Email us at [email protected]

The Founders' Legacy Scholarship Application is open until 11:59pm Sunday, Nov. 1st. Please tag or share this opportunit...
10/14/2026

The Founders' Legacy Scholarship Application is open until 11:59pm Sunday, Nov. 1st. Please tag or share this opportunity with LGBTQIA+ college students in Southern Illinois that are enrolled in the 2026-2027 or 2027-2028 school year.

The recipient must be able to attend the Rainbow Cafe Annual Gala on Saturday, Nov. 14th to accept their award.

Use the QR code to access the application and read eligibility requirements, or use this link: https://forms.gle/B1JhyzgK7CaAdDSq6

Thank you to everyone who celebrated the grand opening of Rainbow HQ with us last week! We are so excited to continue se...
10/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who celebrated the grand opening of Rainbow HQ with us last week! We are so excited to continue serving the community from this new location 💟

Are you or someone you know someone in need of counseling services? Adults, Youth, Couples, Families: We can help! Check...
10/13/2026

Are you or someone you know someone in need of counseling services? Adults, Youth, Couples, Families: We can help! Check out some of the amazing new providers accepting new clients now at RainbowHQ! 🫶🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Email [email protected] to get scheduled!

10/11/2026

Address

900 E Walnut Street, #6
Carbondale, IL
62901

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+16185259922

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