PFLAG Chariton/Lucas County

03/11/2026

For over 53 years, PFLAG National has been on the frontlines of LGBTQ+ advocacy, and 2026 is no exception. In spite of relentless legislative attacks, our powerful and ever-expanding network of over 360 chapters and over 550,000 members and supporters nationwide are taking action—and securing wins—in statehouses, courtrooms, schoolboards, and beyond.

In this past year alone, we have sued President Trump to protect necessary medical care for trans youth under 19; expanded our network with over 40 new chapters, mainly in rural communities; launched our nationwide, grassroots advocacy campaign, Fighting For Our Pride; achieved a major win in Michigan for inclusive education; and so, SO much more.

The challenges we face aren’t going away, but with your support, neither will we. As we honor our 53rd anniversary, we ask that you support our mission with a $53 donation. Your tax-deductible gift ensures we have the resources to keep up our life-saving work at a time when the stakes have never been higher.

This is our moment to fight—for love, for liberty, for each other. 🏳️‍🌈 Give today at pflag.org/53years

03/11/2026

53 years!! Happy birthday, PFLAG National 🎉 We are grateful for the vision executed by Jeanne Manford and the continued leadership at all levels of PFLAG today 🫶🏻🏳️‍🌈🫶🏻🏳️‍⚧️🫶🏻

Celebrating 53 YEARS of LGBTQ+ advocacy! 🎉 What began as just a small meeting of parents led by our founder, Jeanne Manford, on March 11, 1973, has grown into a powerful nationwide coalition fighting for LGBTQ+ justice and equality. 🏳️‍🌈

Later today, PFLAG National CEO, Brian K. Bond (he/him), will be speaking on our SXSW EDU featured panel, Beyond Bans: Defending LGBTQ+ Stories and Literacy Freedom. Join us for this critical and urgent conversation at 3pm ET/2pm CT/12pm PT, broadcasting live at sxswedu.com/watch. The livestream will be recorded and available to watch at its conclusion on YouTube at youtube.com/.

03/10/2026

Author, speaker, and advocate Ben Greene is coming to discuss his book, "My Child Is Trans, Now What?" This creates a space for parents, caregivers, and loved ones to learn how to build a joy-centered world for their transgender and nonbinary loved ones.

For more information, visit: bgtranstalks.com

03/09/2026

03/08/2026

Happy International Women's Day 💖

To all trans women, le****ns, q***r women, nonbinary women, gender nonconforming women, aro/ace women, Black women, Indigenous women, Latina/e women, AANHPI women, immigrant women, disabled women, grandmothers, mothers, and daughters—to all women fighting as sisters for intersectional justice, PFLAG is here for you.

Happy International Women’s Day 🏳️‍🌈💗🏳️‍⚧️

03/06/2026

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"By the time I came out to my mom in 1977, I knew about . So when my mom told me that she wanted me to see a psychiatrist I told her I’d go if she went to a PFLAG meeting. She said no. I said no. Big mistake. We both would have been better off. But 13 years later, my mother went to her first PFLAG meeting. She became such an activist that I had to remind her that *I* was the gay one, that this was *my* issue." — Eric in the introduction to season 1, episode 6 (listen via link in bio). To all the proud, sash-wearing “PFLAG moms” and allies, thank you.
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Image: Eric Marcus with his mother, Cecilia Marcus, at the 1993 March on Washington for Le***an, Gay, and Bi Equal Rights and Liberation. Credit: Courtesy of Eric Marcus.

02/28/2026

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"I don't care if you are _____," too often implies
"I am determined not to recognize how that part of your identity might be seen by others as a problem, and how that reality impacts you from day to day."

While at first it may sound kind, or at the very least tolerant, our LGBTQ+ siblings, neighbors, children, and friends deserve better than mere tolerance. They deserve to be loved, cared for, and celebrated as complex and whole human beings, just like any one else. 🫶🏻🏳️‍⚧️🫶🏻🏳️‍🌈🫶🏻

02/27/2026

Want to learn how to be a better advocate for the LGBTQ+ community this year? Here's some wonderful tips from PFLAG National to get you started. Check out their more in depth resources at the link below. If you have a concern regarding local, state, or national legislation or policy that affects LGBTQ+ people, and you want to get involved, reach out! Let's support one another in doing this work together. 💪🏻 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ 🫶🏻

02/18/2026

Come out and support PFLAG Chariton/Lucas County and enjoy a delicious meal! Drive thru at Carpenter's Hall from 4pm-6:30pm. Meal is $13 and includes French Dips with Au Jus, Pasta Salad and a Dessert. We hope to see you there!

Wednesday drive through- bringing back french dip sandwiches! Come see us from 4-6:30 🙌

02/18/2026

Our hearts are with Rev. Jackson's family.

“Today, as we learn of the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, we mourn the loss of a giant among us. When many refused to acknowledge the existence and struggle of LGBTQ+ people, Rev. Jackson saw us, affirmed us and demanded equality inclusively. In his address to the Democratic National Convention in 1984, Rev. Jackson named us specifically as part of the fabric of the ‘American Quilt.’ He has shown up for and marched with the LGBTQ+ movement through the AIDS crisis, marriage equality, and ever after. Rev. Jackson’s leadership and allyship for LGBTQ+ people will be felt profoundly by his PFLAG family. We will honor his legacy as we continue to strive to achieve justice and equality for all.” —Brian K. Bond, CEO of PFLAG National

02/10/2026

Here's a quick update: tonight's support group has been postponed due to illness. No worries, though— we're excited to host a special virtual pop-up support meeting later this week! Can't wait to see you there. 💛

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, February 7th, at 11:30 am in the meeting room of the Chariton Public Library for our uplifting monthly support gathering. Everyone’s warmly welcome—whether you’re looking for inspiration, connection, or some guidance.

💛 To create a safe and uplifting environment, let's remember:💛
Speak from the heart: Share your thoughts with kindness and compassion.
Trust in each other: What's shared in the meeting stays within our supportive community.
Be present: No recording and/or streaming during meetings, let's focus on the moment!

02/10/2026

Here's a quick update: tonight's support group has been postponed due to illness. No worries, though— we're excited to host a special virtual pop-up support meeting later this week! Can't wait to see you there. 💛