Resources

You Don’t Have to Carry This Alone.

Rainbow Roots has curated a list of trusted organizations that provide specialized care, community, advocacy, and education for LGBTQ+ families. These groups offer forms of support beyond what any single platform can provide, whether that’s local connection, parent education, youth programming, or legal guidance.

We share these resources not to add to your to-do list, but to remind you that support can come from many directions, at your own pace and on your own terms.

Because:

You deserve a circle of support.

Your child deserves a village of protection.

PFLAG Logo is white PFLAG letters on dark green background

Support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families through a national network of local chapters and online resources.

PFLAG helps families by providing community connection, educational materials, and support tools for navigating coming-out experiences and family dynamics

Best for:

Parents seeking local, in-person or virtual support groups, education, and peer community.

CenterLink logo, a round image containing colors from the Progress Pride Flag with the words "centerlink, the community of LGBTQ centers" in bold white lettering.

A national coalition connecting more than 270 LGBTQ+ community centers across the U.S., with searchable listings of local centers offering support services, youth programs, mental health resources, and community-building activities.

Best for:

Families looking for local LGBTQ centers and services.

Gender Spectrum logo, an image with a lime green background and the words "gender spectrum" in bold white font

Education, training, and family support focused on understanding gender diversity in children and teens. Gender Spectrum offers webinars, guides, and online support communities to help families create gender-affirming environments.

Best for:

Parents with transgender or gender-diverse kids seeking compassionate educational resources and community support.

Colage logo, a square magenta with a large bold white "C"

A peer-led support community for people with LGBTQ+ parents or caregivers. COLAGE connects children and youth through shared lived experiences, mentoring, and events that build confidence and belonging.

Best for:

Families where children have LGBTQ+ parents and are seeking affirming peer connection and community support.

Family Equality logo, the words "FAMILY EQUALITY" in all caps, with two intersecting circles to the left of the words.

Provides advocacy, resources, and guidance for LGBTQ+ families, including information on family building, parenting, and community connection. Family Equality works to make the legal and lived experiences of LGBTQ+ families easier through tools and supportive programs.

Best for:

Parents and families needing structured support resources and connection to community networks.

Brave Trails Logo, an illustration containing elements of summer camp like a river, trees, and birds, with the words "Brave Trails" written in blue script, topped by a rainbow

A national leadership and community organization creating joyful, affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth through summer camp programs, year-round programming, and mentorship.

Best for:

LGBTQ+ youth seeking connection, confidence, and a sense of belonging, and parents looking for affirming, well-structured programs led by experienced, trauma-informed staff.

NCLR Logo, the white block capital letters NCLR on a gradient rainbow background

A public interest law firm providing free legal help and legal education on issues affecting LGBTQ+ people and their families.

Best for:

Cases involving discrimination, parenting rights, and civil rights protections.

Lambda Legal Logo; blue block lettering of "Lambda Legal" on white background.

A national legal organization defending the civil rights of LGBTQ+ people through litigation, legal information, and help desks where individuals can get guidance on discrimination, family law, identity documents, and more.

Best for:

Families and individuals seeking rights-based legal support and education.

The Trevor Project Logo, an image of orange block lettering that reads, The Trevor Project, For Young LGBTQ+ Lives

The leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ young people. The Trevor Project offers 24/7 confidential support via phone, text, and chat, along with educational resources for parents, caregivers, and educators.

Best for:

LGBTQ+ youth who need immediate emotional support, and parents seeking trusted crisis and mental health resources for their children.

Human Rights Campaign Logo, featuring a navy blue square with a bold yellow equal sign to the left of the words, "Human Rights Campaign."

The largest civil rights organization working to achieve full equality for LGBTQ+ people in the United States. HRC provides policy updates, educational resources, and family-focused guides, including support for parents navigating school, healthcare, and community advocacy.

Best for:

Parents looking to understand LGBTQ-related policy issues, access family education resources, and stay informed about protections affecting their children.