Rainbow Community Center Of Contra Costa County

Youth Programs Fostering a positive self-identity for all LGBTQI+ youth and young adults ages 11-25, Rainbow offers structured programs, youth mentoring, social activities, and virtual drop-in youth spaces. Our youth programs help address internalized homophobia, promote resilience, and help youth decide when and how to more safely and bravely disclose their gender identities and sexual orientation. Our youth program has proudly offered a variety of activities, including game nights, movie nights, hot topics discussions, quarterly youth dances, field trips, and more. Additionally, Rainbow continues to provide a support group for parents/guardians of Transgender/Gender Nonconforming (TGNC) children ages 11 and younger, while the TGNC children participate in a concurrent activity-based social group, all virtually.

Senior Services Rainbows senior program provides a safe space for LGBTQI+ seniors to gather, socialize, and create a supportive community. LGBTQI+ seniors are more likely than their straight peers to be isolated, so we aim to increase support, help address internalized homophobia and shame, and ensure seniors have access to a supportive network of peers. Activities include senior lunches, social groups, youth/senior events, and social outings.