40%
of the 4.2 million homeless youth identify as LGBTQ+.
19.1%
of children aged 12 and over in out-of-home care identify as LGBTQ+.
The Reality
Displaced LGBTQ+ youth experience higher rates of chronic mental health and physical health issues.
Who we are
A community grounded in safety, affirmation, and support, where LGBTQ+ youth are empowered to grow. Courage+ is the resilient, evolutionary family of change agents for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults, that cares for the full person to help them turn internal safe spaces into external brave spaces.
What We Do
Courage+ is an LGBTQ+ affirming organization dedicated to providing safe housing, supportive programming, and community-centered care for youth and young adults both in and out of out-of-home care.
Ways To Help
However you show up, through time, resources, or donations, you’re helping build safety and belonging for LGBTQ+ youth.
One-time or recurring financial support
Every dollar given allows us to provide integral support, resources, and housing to LGBTQ+ youth.
Everyday Needs
We accept donations of paper goods, canned goods, pantry items, unopened cleaning products.
Amazon Wishlist
Search through this shopping list and send things directly to our LGBTQ+ youth.