Youth Pride Inc.

Youth Pride Inc. Direct service, support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQIA2S+ youth and young adults in Rhode Island since 1992! Youth Pride Inc.

Our drop-in center in Providence offers programs, services, a basic needs pantry, community & more!

๐Ÿ–ค๐ŸคŽโค๏ธ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿฉท๐Ÿฉต๐Ÿค (YPI) is an affirming space for le***an, gay, bisexual, trans, q***r, questioning young people to build community, develop connections and be themselves. Youth come together from a wide range of backgrounds and join with one another over common issues and activities, sometimes as simp

le as playing video games or sharing a meal. All of our programs are free of charge and include individual counseling, weekly discussion groups, leadership trainings, social events and wellness activities. In the end, youth experiences at YPI can be transformative.

Find Youth Pride, Inc. at celebrations throughout Rhode Island this June! ๐ŸŒˆNK Pride* Sunday, June 7th* Parade: 12 PM* Fe...
06/03/2026

Find Youth Pride, Inc. at celebrations throughout Rhode Island this June! ๐ŸŒˆ

NK Pride
* Sunday, June 7th
* Parade: 12 PM
* Festival: 1 PM - 3 PM

South County Pride
* Saturday, June 13th
* Festival: 12 PM - 7 PM

Woonsocket Pride
* Sunday, June 14th
* Festival: 12 PM - 6 PM

Rhode Island Pride
* Saturday, June 20th
* Festival: 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
* Parade: 8 PM

Newport Pride
* Saturday, June 27th
* Parade: 11 AM
* Festival: 12 PM - 5 PM

โ˜€๏ธ At long last, summer is here! Check out our weekly drop-in and programming calendar at Youth Pride, Inc! ๐ŸŒˆ
06/02/2026

โ˜€๏ธ At long last, summer is here! Check out our weekly drop-in and programming calendar at Youth Pride, Inc! ๐ŸŒˆ

Happy Pride month! Hereโ€™s our June calendar with drop-in times and weekly groups at Youth Pride, Inc! ๐ŸŒˆ
06/01/2026

Happy Pride month! Hereโ€™s our June calendar with drop-in times and weekly groups at Youth Pride, Inc! ๐ŸŒˆ

๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Haunted. Supernatural. Chilling.๐Ÿ”ฎ On Thursday, October 15th, 2026 step into the spine-tingling world of the Goosebump...
05/28/2026

๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Haunted. Supernatural. Chilling.

๐Ÿ”ฎ On Thursday, October 15th, 2026 step into the spine-tingling world of the Goosebumps Gala โ€” an unforgettable night benefiting Youth Pride, Inc. and the LGBTQ+ youth and young adults who rely on us every day. Inspired by the iconic book series that defined a generation, this immersive fundraiser blends nostalgia, camp, eerie elegance, and unexpected thrills into one hauntingly good evening.

๐Ÿ•ฏ๏ธ Guests will experience a themed cocktail, interactive activities, music, dancing, drag, raffles, silent auction, live entertainment, and surprises lurking around every corner โ€” all while helping ensure that LGBTQ+ young people across New England and beyond have access to affirming community, resources, and support. For more than 30 years, Youth Pride, Inc. has served as a lighthouse for youth navigating identity, isolation, and uncertainty, especially as many continue to face hostility both nationally and in their own backyards.

๐Ÿ‘ป Whether you arrive as the mysterious protagonist, the final survivor, or the creature under the bed, the Goosebumps Gala invites you to embrace the strange, the bold, and the beautifully different.

๐ŸŒˆ Because every young person deserves a place where they donโ€™t have to be afraid to be themselves.

๐ŸŒ To purchase tickets for or to sponsor the Goosebumps Gala, visit: bit.ly/goosebumpsgala

โœ‰๏ธ Please contact [email protected] with any questions or for more information.

Supporting Transgender Youth & Their Families: A Statement on the Medical Records SubpoenaSince 1992, Youth Pride, Inc. ...
05/26/2026

Supporting Transgender Youth & Their Families: A Statement on the Medical Records Subpoena

Since 1992, Youth Pride, Inc. has been a lighthouse for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults across Rhode Island and beyond. No matter how dim the landscape may become, we remain unwavering in our mission to illuminate the way forward.

We know this is a frightening and confusing time for trans youth and their families. While we may not have all the answers, we will never stop providing support to our community, however we can. Our organization is proudly led by and serves the trans community. We are not going anywhere.

Trans youth exist. We love them, support them, and stand beside them and their families โ€” always.

Thank you to the families of trans youth and to everyone in the community working to keep trans youth safe. We are grateful to the RI Office of the Child Advocate, the ACLU of RI, the Lawyersโ€™ Committee for RI, Democracy Forward, GLAD Law, the RI Legislature, and others for your solidarity with our community.

Our doors remain open Monday to Friday at Youth Pride, Inc. for drop-in, programs, case management, and more. For immediate support, contact BH Link, Trevor Project, and Trans Lifeline. For a free and confidential legal information line, contact GLAD Law Answers.

Youth Pride, Inc. will be closed Monday, May 25th 2026 for Memorial Day!
05/22/2026

Youth Pride, Inc. will be closed Monday, May 25th 2026 for Memorial Day!

Ahead of a busy Pride season, our team paused for a day of professional development, preparation, and connection. Youth ...
05/20/2026

Ahead of a busy Pride season, our team paused for a day of professional development, preparation, and connection. Youth Pride, Inc. is fueled by a multigenerational effort to ensure that LGBTQ+ youth become happy, thriving LGBTQ+ adults. Next month, be on the lookout for us at Pride celebrations across the state! ๐ŸŒˆ

If you donated $50 or more during 401Gives, your tote bag is officially on the way! ๐Ÿ“ฌKeep an eye out for a colorful pack...
05/19/2026

If you donated $50 or more during 401Gives, your tote bag is officially on the way! ๐Ÿ“ฌ

Keep an eye out for a colorful package featuring our exclusive Youth Pride, Inc. tote bag, designed in-house by an LGBTQ+ young adult artist. Thank you for your generosity and for investing in the lives of LGBTQ+ youth in our community. ๐ŸŒˆ

Missed out? The tote bag will be available for purchase on our website beginning in June while supplies last! ๐Ÿ‘œ

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Youth Pride, Inc. will be closed Thursday, May 14th for staff development!
05/13/2026

Youth Pride, Inc. will be closed Thursday, May 14th for staff development!

๐ŸŽ“ Youth Pride, Inc. invites you to Lavender Graduation, a community celebration of LGBTQIA+ students in Rhode Island com...
05/07/2026

๐ŸŽ“ Youth Pride, Inc. invites you to Lavender Graduation, a community celebration of LGBTQIA+ students in Rhode Island completing high school, GED, college, and vocational programs!

๐Ÿ“† This tradition will take place in our center on Friday, June 13th from 4 to 6 PM โ€” dinner is served at 4 PM and a ceremony begins at 5 PM!

๐Ÿ’ To register for Lavender Graduation, email [email protected] or confirm with a YPI staff member!

โ—๏ธ Please note: young adult drop-in for 18 to 24-year-olds will continue as normal from 3 to 7 PM.

โญ๏ธ YPI alum and invited guests of Lavender Graduates are invited to join us from 4 to 6 PM.

Address

743 Westminster Street
Providence, RI
02903

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
2:30pm - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
2:30pm - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
2:30pm - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
3pm - 7pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/youthpride

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