Trusted Resources for Every Step of Your Journey
Finding the right support shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Explore trusted, affirming resources for crisis support, mental health, education, legal advocacy, families and youth, community connections, and more.
Explore Resources by Category
Start with the area that best matches what you’re looking for. Each category brings together trusted resources to help make finding the right support simpler.
Crisis Support
Find crisis lines, emergency resources, and immediate support for times when urgent help is needed.
Mental Health
Explore affirming mental health resources, counseling options, peer support, and wellness services.
LGBTQ+ Education
Find inclusive educational resources for LGBTQ+ individuals, families, educators, and allies.
Legal & Advocacy
Find trusted legal resources, advocacy organizations, and information to help you understand your rights and available options.
Families & Youth
Explore affirming resources for LGBTQ+ youth, parents, caregivers, and families seeking guidance, support, and understanding.
Community Groups
Connect with affirming organizations, local groups, and welcoming communities that foster belonging, connection, and support.
Featured Resources
A few trusted organizations and services that can be especially helpful when you need support, information, or a place to begin.
The Trevor Project
Provides crisis support, suicide prevention resources, and information for LGBTQ+ young people.
PFLAG
Supports LGBTQ+ people, their families, and allies through education, advocacy, and local community connections.
988 Lifeline
Provides free, confidential crisis support by call, text, or chat for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
Find the Right Resource
Browse resources by topic to find organizations, services, and information that match what you need. Each resource is organized to make it easier to know where to start.
Crisis Support
988 Lifeline
Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
The Trevor Project
Provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services specifically for LGBTQ+ young people.
Mental Health
NAMI — LGBTQ+ Mental Health
Offers mental health information, support resources, and guidance for LGBTQ+ people, including help finding affirming mental health care.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapist Directory
Search for LGBTQ+-affirming therapists and counselors by location and find providers whose experience and services match your needs.
LGBTQ+ Education
GLSEN
Provides educational resources, research, and tools to help create safer, more inclusive schools and learning environments for LGBTQ+ students.
PFLAG Educational Resources
Offers educational guides, publications, and resources to help LGBTQ+ people, families, and allies build understanding, support, and affirmation.
Legal & Advocacy
Lambda Legal
Provides LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV with legal information, Know Your Rights resources, and a Help Desk for questions related to discrimination and civil rights.
ACLU LGBTQ+ Rights
Provides information about LGBTQ+ civil rights and works through litigation and advocacy to challenge discrimination and protect equal rights.
Families & Youth
Family Acceptance Project
Provides research-based resources and guidance to help families and caregivers support LGBTQ+ children and youth, strengthen family acceptance, and promote well-being.
Gender Spectrum
Provides information, resources, and support for families and caregivers of transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive children and youth.
Community Groups
LGBT Center of Central PA
Offers LGBTQ+ community programs, support groups, education, and opportunities for connection throughout Central Pennsylvania, including programming in Lancaster.
CenterLink LGBTQ+ Center Directory
Find LGBTQ+ community centers and organizations offering local programs, services, support, and opportunities for connection across the United States and beyond.
Need Help Finding the Right Support?
If you’re not sure which resource fits your situation, RFTF can help you understand your options and find a place to start.
