Youth Pride Inc. is the only nonprofit in Rhode Island specifically dedicated to meeting the needs of LGBTQIA2s+
Youth 24 and under.
PROGRAMS + SERVICES
We are a drop in space
This means our youth are encouraged to utilize our space in whatever comfortable and respectful way they see fit.
In addition to a wide variety of programming and groups, YPI can provide youth support with:
• Basic Needs Pantry
• Services
• Licensed Clinicians
• Counseling by appointment
Drop-In Center
Monday-Wednesday
ages 14-24
Mondays: 2:30-6
Tuesdays: 2:30-6
Wednesdays: 2:30-6
Thursdays: 3-6 Pride Side (ages 10-13 only)
Fridays: 3-8 (ages 18-25 only)
We are Here to bring people together.
From cooking skills to arts + crafts, YPI hosts more than eight groups connecting individuals with different interests and identities including:
• Gender Spectrum
• Queer Gourmet
• The Way Out
• Dungeons + Dragons
• Little Unicorns
• Pride Side
We are facilitators.
YPI offers a variety of LGBTQIA2S+ trainings. We specialize in professional development trainings geared towards adult learners but we also go into schools and classrooms to speak with students
Board Statement
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VOLUNTEER
There are so many opportunities to volunteer with YPI from helping out with our basic needs pantry and clothes closet organization to lending a hand at public-facing events.
Adult volunteers at the center are invited to help out during the hours our youth are not in the space.
Interested in learning more or getting involved?
DONATE
Your donation to Youth Pride, Inc., is tax-deductible and helps us continue the life-changing work that we do. With your help, YPI can continue providing one-on-one counseling, running support groups, administering free and confidential HIV testing, providing safer sex items, hosting social and educational events, facilitating professional development training, and serving as a safe space for LGBTQIA2S+ youth to grow up feeling empowered and valued.
THE INSIDE SCOOP
Youth Pride, Inc. publishes a monthly newsletter, The Inside Scoop that covers local and national LGBTQIA2S+ news in addition to YPI updates! Some editions feature a ‘Meet Me’ section that introduces readers to someone affiliated with YPI. The Inside Scoop also has a running ‘Monthly Spotlight’ column that highlights an individual, group, or organization positively impacting the LGBTQ community.