Shine Cville

Supporting social and educational opportunities for LGBTQ+ youth in Charlottesville, Virginia.

03/26/2026

We’re hiring ✨

Seeking a dynamic & energetic individual with a strong background in restaurant bar operations, a commitment to the Charlottesville LGBTQ+ community, and the drive to enhance a fun, inclusive, and high-energy destination. 🌈🍸

You’ll work alongside our Events & Marketing Manager to coordinate & promote some of our existing LGBTQ+ events:
✨ Pride Happy Hour
✨ Leather & Gear Night
✨ Q***r & Trans Open Mic
✨ Drag Shows
✨ Shine Cville socials

AND take the lead on bringing something new to life…

🌙 FIREFLY After Dark 🌙
Think monthly late-night hangs geared towards the LGBTQ+ community —
💃 Dance parties
🎮 Game nights
💘 Q***r speed dating
…and so much more.

Charlottesville is craving more q***r nightlife—and we’re ready to build it. We just need the right person to help make it happen. 💥

👉 View the full job description & apply via the Indeed link in our bio!

03/13/2026

Shine was proud to join Western Albemarle High School’s Always Better Together celebration this week. Students stopped by our table to make colorful keychains, learn about Shine, and connect with a community that celebrates and supports LGBTQ+ youth in the Charlottesville area. Shine On!

02/17/2026

Shine’s 2026 scholarship is now open! Apply for a $500 scholarship for a local Charlottesville LGBTQ+ student taking their next steps. Use the link in our bio or scan the QR code with your phone to apply today!

02/14/2026

Shine Social is back for 2026! Join us for bingo at the Jefferson Madison Regional Library on Tuesday, March 10th. Free bingo, prizes, and food sponsored by Side by Side. Register using shinecville.com/events or scan the QR code with your phone. We hope to see you there!

09/25/2025

Rock painting was a success! Thank you to Firefly for hosting us again, and thank you to all the students who showed up to paint some fun designs and meet new people! Stay tuned for more info on next month’s event!

08/29/2025

Shine's first school-year kickoff event went amazing! Thank you to all the students and teachers who showed up and made bracelets with us at today! Our next event will be September 24th 4:30-6PM. Check shinecville.com/events for more details in the coming weeks!

08/22/2025

One week until Shine's 2025-2026 School Year Kick-Off! Join us next Thursday, August 28 from 4-6 PM at in Charlottesville for an afternoon of community, food, games, and creative activities to celebrate the new school year together. Coins for games provided by Shine!

Register today at shinecville.com/events

07/25/2025

"Thank you! I'm so grateful for this opportunity." - Shine's 2025 scholarship recipient.

We're proud to award this year's Shine Scholarship to a local student whose strength and determination reflect the values we aim to uplift. Thank you to our community for helping make this possible!

05/07/2025

Shine was thrilled to sponsor Charlottesville High School’s QSA booth at their Senior Picnic! We provided water, face painting materials, and a basket of goodies for a raffle. It was a great turnout!

05/01/2025

Shine Cville is offering a $500 scholarship to support one LGBTQ+ graduating senior in Charlottesville as they take their next step—whether that’s college, trade school, or entering the workforce.

The funds are unrestricted, which means you can use them in whatever way supports you most.

Applications are now open, and the winner will be announced in July 2025! Scan the QR code or visit shinecville.com/scholarship to apply today!

04/30/2025

Shine will begin by providing funding to existing LGBTQ+ clubs, organizations, and partners who want to offer programs but need financial support to do so. We can provide food, activity materials, prizes, and digital marketing to promote the activities!

Check out our prize for the first raffle at Charlottesville High School’s Senior Picnic!

Shine on!

Address

Charlottesville, VA
22901–22908

Telephone

+14342182236

Website

http://shinecville.com/events, http://shinecville.com/scholarship

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