The national Black, Trans-led LGBTQ nonprofit reflects on its milestones and announces new programs serving the Atlanta community
ATLANTA, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — As Transgender Day of Remembrance approaches, national LGBTQ+ nonprofit Destination Tomorrow reflects on its impact within the Atlanta community after one year of operating a community center tailor-made to serve queer and Trans individuals living in southern states.
Within the first year of operation, Destination Tomorrow’s Atlanta Center hosted four free name change clinics for TGNC individuals, an HIV testing event with nonprofit 3Keys at The Welcome House and a weekly food pantry in partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Additionally, the center made history in May when it became the first LGBTQ+ organization to receive a grant from the City of Atlanta. The grant provided funds for a first-of-its-kind mentorship program for LGBTQ+ youth, which is in the process of being developed. OUT Georgia Business Alliance also recognized Destination Tomorrow as the state’s Nonprofit of the Year, acknowledging the center’s significant impact on the community.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to provide critical services to our Transgender siblings in Atlanta,” said Alex Santiago, Destination Tomorrow’s Chief Operating Officer. “This work has never been more critical given the rising violence and anti-TGNC discourse across the nation. Our center looks forward to continuing to create a space of inclusivity for members of all identities and invite all within the Atlanta community to join us in this necessary work.”
Destination Tomorrow plans on hosting several new initiatives before the end of 2023, including:
- A day-long Trans Day of Remembrance celebration at Atlanta City Hall on Monday, 11/20, beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. The celebration will feature panel discussions, a town hall, workshops and a commemorative slideshow honoring those whose lives were lost of anti-Trans violence over the…
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