We Are Family

We Are Family Check out our website [waf.org] for the most up-to-date information on programs and events calendar.

We Are Family is South Carolina's oldest nonprofit that provides life-affirming and life-saving programs for LGBTQ+ young people that have a lasting and measurable impact! We Are Family (WAF) is SC’s oldest nonprofit that provides life-affirming and life-saving programs for LGBTQ+ young people, with a focus on those who are BIPOC and/or low-income. Founded in 1995, we cultivate affirming statewide

programs and community initiatives for SC's young people by providing direct services, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that have a lasting and measurable impact. We offer a wide variety of youth programming and movement building initiatives focused on:
• leadership development and social support;
• health and wellness;
• community engagement and advocacy

Simply put, We Are Family is where q***r youth thrive!

AND WE ARE BACK!!! The SC Bloom Virtual Retreat schedule is here! Swipe to see the full schedule! From Tuesday, June 30t...
06/17/2026

AND WE ARE BACK!!! The SC Bloom Virtual Retreat schedule is here!

Swipe to see the full schedule! From Tuesday, June 30th - Friday, July 3rd join us on Zoom for ✨FREE ✨workshops on preserving heritage, embracing your power, building relationships and more. This event is open to all ages. Twenty participants will receive a virtual gift card or wellness funds sent to them. Zoom links to be sent out via email before June 30th.

❤️Visit www.waf.org/sc-bloom to sign up! Share this with anyone who wants to be a part of a community in bloom 🌸

Questions? Email [email protected]

"This is more than just a building. It's a safe space, a place where you can come and be exactly who you are. You just b...
06/12/2026

"This is more than just a building. It's a safe space, a place where you can come and be exactly who you are. You just belong." — Adam, WAF Youth Ambassador, age 15.

Every week, young people like Adam gather at We Are Family for Safe Space. Your support makes that possible.

https://waf.charityproud.org/Donate/Index/43502

Park Circle Pride was a whirlwind of fun, but Pride Month isn’t over yet! As June comes to a close, join WAF, PFLAG, and...
06/08/2026

Park Circle Pride was a whirlwind of fun, but Pride Month isn’t over yet! As June comes to a close, join WAF, PFLAG, and QT Camp for a Pride-themed movie night on June 30th—an opportunity to unwind, rest, and relax together after a full month of celebration.

Don’t forget to vote for your favorite movie here: https://forms.gle/hdLjftg6eY5y14ft7
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Park Circle Pride fue un torbellino de diversión, ¡pero el Mes del Orgullo aún no ha terminado! A medida que junio llega a su fin, únete a WAF, PFLAG y QT Camp para una noche de cine con temática del Orgullo el 30 de junio—una oportunidad para desconectar, descansar y relajarse juntos después de un mes lleno de celebración.

No olvides votar por tu película favorita aquí: https://forms.gle/hdLjftg6eY5y14ft7

06/07/2026

Pride Month is still going strong! 🌈✨

Make plans to connect with community this week:
💜 SafeSpace
💜 SC BLOOM
💜 Tanger Pride

And mark your calendars for SC BLOOM’s Virtual All Ages Retreat, June 30–July 3!

We hope to see you there. 🏳️‍🌈


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¡El Mes del Orgullo sigue con toda su fuerza! 🌈✨

Haz planes para conectar con tu comunidad esta semana:
💜 SafeSpace
💜 SC BLOOM
💜 Tanger Pride

¡Y no olvides apartar las fechas para el Retiro Virtual para Todas las Edades de SC BLOOM, del 30 de junio al 3 de julio!

Esperamos verte allí. 🏳️‍🌈

Today is Give Out Day — and We Are Family is in it.A generous donor has committed $2,500 to match your gift today. That ...
06/04/2026

Today is Give Out Day — and We Are Family is in it.

A generous donor has committed $2,500 to match your gift today. That means together, we can raise $7,500 for LGBTQ+ young people in South Carolina by midnight tonight.

Every dollar goes toward making sure young people like Annie have community, mental health support, and a place to belong.

Show up for them today: https://waf.charityproud.org/Donate/?cid=28949

Some shops sell clothes — our social enterprise Closet Case Thrift Store builds community 💜Don't miss this week's Thrift...
06/01/2026

Some shops sell clothes — our social enterprise Closet Case Thrift Store builds community 💜

Don't miss this week's Thrifty Thursday Sale featuring a free clothes swap and our fill-a-bag sale!

Stop by, bring a friend, and discover why Closet Case is more than just a thrift store.

Tucked away at 1801 Reynolds Ave in North Charleston, Closet Case Thrift Store is one of those rare finds that makes you wonder how you ever shopped anywhere

your bestie because we are officially ONE WEEK away from the most fabulous night of Pride Month!! 🪩Whether you’re servin...
05/30/2026

your bestie because we are officially ONE WEEK away from the most fabulous night of Pride Month!! 🪩

Whether you’re serving a red-carpet moment, dancing until the lights come up, reconnecting with old friends, or making brand-new memories, Q***r Adult Prom is the place to be.

Don’t be surprised when you open Instagram the next morning and immediately wish you’d been there. 😬 Grab your tickets, plan the fit, and get ready for a night you’ll be talking about long after Pride Month is over.

See ya on the dance floor 💃✨🕺

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/charleston-q***r-adult-prom

05/29/2026

Welp, this sure does look familiar (2025 Pride-goers IYKYK) 🫠

Unfortunately the weather tomorrow is not looking too great. Pride FMM will now be taking place on June 27th from 11am-4pm! 🌈

Tell your friends, tell your neighbors, tell your favorite pen pals - whoever you may want! Let them know we will see y’all at the end of the month with our Pride flags waving ✨🏳️‍🌈

Stay Magical,
The FMM Crew

Pride starts now 💜🌈Join us June 2–7 for a full week of community, celebration, connection, and joy at Park Circle Pride!...
05/29/2026

Pride starts now 💜🌈
Join us June 2–7 for a full week of community, celebration, connection, and joy at Park Circle Pride! From the Raising of the Flag to Q***r Adult Prom, SafeSpace, and Q***r Youth Fest, there’s something for everyone all week long.

✨ Park Circle Pride | June 2–7
Come celebrate with us, build community, and show up proudly as yourself.

***rJoy
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El Pride comienza ahora 💜🌈
¡Únete del 2 al 7 de junio para una semana llena de comunidad, celebración, conexión y alegría en Park Circle Pride! Desde el Izamiento de la Bandera hasta el Baile de Graduación Q***r para Adultos, SafeSpace y el Festival Juvenil Q***r, hay algo para todas las personas durante toda la semana.

✨ Park Circle Pride | 2–7 de junio
Ven a celebrar con nosotros, crear comunidad y mostrarte con orgullo tal como eres.

***r

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1801 Reynolds Avenue , Unit B
North Charleston, SC
29405

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