REGIONAL RESOURCES

Amador County GLBTQQ Support Group – Amador County Mental Health – call Mary Pulskamp at 209-223-6412 for info

Bear Watch of Yuba/Sutter & Nevada County – We are a group created for gay men to have a social group for events and outings. Bear Watch is intended for bear-type gay man, but is not restricted to just bears. Any gay man in the Yuba/Sutter & Nevada County area may join. It is a group for locals as most of the events will be in or near the Yuba/Sutter & Nevada County areas. All are more than welcome to attend any of the events, as all events are open. bearwatch.us

Central Valley Stonewall Democratic Club – We are committed to advance equal rights for all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. We will support public policies that advance that mission in the United States, the State of California, and the greater Central Valley area. We will help elect qualified, openly lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people to public office, as well as Democratic Party candidates that support equal rights for the LGBT community. We will work to sensitize and educate all Democratic candidates and office holders, the Democratic Party in general, and the community at large, to the issues and concerns of the LGBT community. Conversely, within the LGBT community we will promote the Democratic Party’s broad message of economic justice and social equality. cvstonewall.org

Diversity R Us – We are a social Support group for the local Yuba City-Marysville GLBT. We meet often & have “Social” events. Diversity of Friends, individuals gathering often in a safe, relaxed and accepting enviornment to socialize and become strengthened by our diversity. We open our Group to all individuals seeking a social contact with our diverse community without judgement or intolerance. groups.yahoo.com/group/diversityrus

Foothill Lesbians and Gays Social Network (FLAG) – we are an organization serving the gay , lesbian and “gay friendly” community in the beautiful Sierra Foothills of Northern California. Our goal is to create, and sponsor social gatherings and events that will appeal to the broad base of our group who enjoy getting together with others and sharing quality time and their experiences. We believe that strong communities begin with solid relationships and our primary purpose is to build a greater sense of community through social interaction, open communication and shared information. Membership is Free. We do ask for a small donation at each event to cover the cost. flagamador.webs.com

Gaysonoma.com – We are an online Guide to an events calendar, personals, gay (and gay-friendly) local businesses, community organizations, classifieds, and more for the Sonoma County LGBT community. www.gaysonoma.com

“If The Shoe Fits“, is a gay and lesbian organization located in the Sierra Foothills of El Dorado County. Our organization has been in existence for 20 years. Our main purpose is to provide social and recreational activities in a safe social environment for our members and invited guests who share common interests. We publish a monthly newsletter which is available upon request. itsfnews.org

LGBTQ Youth Modesto – GLBTQ Youth in Modesto and surrounding areas. myspace.com/lgbtqmodesto

Nevada County Pride – We are a social network of gays and lesbians in western Nevada County in California. We are open to all members of the LGBT community and encourage everyone to initiate, organize and support events for our group: Monthly Potlucks at private or public venues, Attendance of cultural events, Outdoor activities, Restaurant gatherings. nevadacountypride.org

Out In The Mother Lode – We are a social network for fun and support among the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community in the central sierra foothills. outinthemotherlode.org

PFLAG Sonora/Mother Lode Chapter – We meets on the third Tuesday of January, April, July, and October, at 6:30pm, at the Tuolumne County Library. Plus we have other events scheduled throughout the year. P.O. Box 361, Soulsbyville, CA 95372; 209-533-1665, pflagsonora.org

Rainbow Frontier – We are a website to build a community of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered adults who live in rural/frontier areas of Northeastern California. Our hope is that this Web site will help support feelings of safety, inclusion and community. admistered by Plumas County Public Health Agency and funded by the California Department of Health Services Office of AIDS. Health Education Division, Plumas County Public Health Agency, 1-800-801-6330 or 530-283-6358, rainbowfrontier.org

Sierra Gay Men’s Network – We are a news & blog with a composite of stories, comments, articles, stories, etc., in a printed and online newsletter, that is of importance the Gay Men and their friends in the Sierra Foothills of California. sgmn.org

Sierra Hope – We are committed to instilling hope, fostering knowledge, encouraging sensitivity, and providing support to our communities for HIV & AIDS, other chronic diseases and related social issues. Sierra HOPE, 1168 Booster Way, P.O. Box 159, Angels Camp, CA, 95222, 209.736.6792, sierrahope.org

Sisters of Scota Foothills Chapter – We are the Foothills Chapter of the Women’s Motorcycle Club. We ride mostly in the foothills as our base is out of Grass Valley. We are a fun group of Sisters that like to ride, hangout, support functions eg: Susan G Komen, breast cancer organizations to name a few. soswmcfoothills.org

Solano Pride Center We provide services that support the well-being of the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender, Questioning, and Intersex people of Solano County. We were originally known as the Advisory Committee for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Youth, was established in January 1998. The first youth group began meeting in April of that year in Fairfield and was an immediate success. In July 1998 the GLBTQ Youth Advisory Committee broadened its focus and changed its name to the Solano Pride Center. In 2001, we became an official 501 3(c) non-profit organization. Solano Pride Center, 1125 Missouri St., Suite 203-D, Fairfield, CA 94533, 707-427-2356, solanopride.org

Stanislaus Pride Center – We provide resources to strengthen and support GLBT persons in Stanislaus and surrounding counties. The SPC has three areas of focus: culture and community; education and information; health and wellness. stanpride.org

Stonewall Alliance of Chico – We have been an important connection for the GLBT community for eighteen years. Our volunteers strive to provide information and referrals for people like you. We enter classrooms to tell our personal stories. The Harlen Adams Memorial Library has over 1,200 books for your reading or research enjoyment. Since 1994 our youth services have given area youth a safe space to ask questions and make friends. stonewallchico.org

Transgender Law Center — The Transgender Law Center works with community members and allies to make California a state in which we can all fully and freely express our gender identities. 870 Market St., Room 823, San Francisco, 415-865-0176, transgenderlawcenter.org

River City Gems, Celebrating Feminine Expression, A social and support group serving the crossdressing and transgender community of Northern California, info@rivercitygems.org

Colage, Equal Justice For People with LGBT Parents & Our Families, a national movement of children, youth, and adults with one or more lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or queer (LGBTQ) parents. 1550 Bryant Street, Suite 830, San Francisco, 415-851-KIDS, colage@colage.org

Our Family Coalition, Bay Area LGBT Family Organization, Promotes the rights and well-being of Bay Area LGBT families with children 870 Market Street, Stuite 872, San Francisco, 415-981-1960, info@ourfamily.org

TransGender San Francisco (TGSF), Largest transgender organization in the United States! TGSF is a group for all members of the Transgendered Community. 415-839-9448, transgendersanfrancisco@yahoo.com

Trans:Thrive, A drop-in center by and for the trans community. 815 Hyde Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, 415-409-4101, Foster a healthy trans community empowered by the leadership of its peers.

Valley Ministries – We are a church which exists to communicate God’s love, to celebrate God and accept all people in order to encourage maturity in Christ, empowering people to share God’s love. Join us for worship. Although Valley Ministries offers a ministry oriented to the g/l/b/t community, All are welcome and encouraged to attend! We worship as a congregation every Sunday at 10:30 am. You can find us on 4118 Coronado Ave, Stockton. 209-464-5244, General Email: valleyministries@valleyministries.com, valleyministries.com

Western Slope Mens Social Group · We are a Rural NorCal/Sierra’s Gay Men’s Group. We are a non-sexual online discussion forum for gay & bisexual men living on or near the Western Slope of the Sierra Nevada’s (geographically between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe). Our online Yahoo! Group is also designed to help bring the local gay male community together to network with others for social events and support concerning a wide range of topics and needs. Our group is NOT for sexual hook-ups and the members directory is suppressed to protect the identities of our members and to guard against email leaching and bashing. groups.yahoo.com/group/WesternSlopeMensSocialGroup

Yuba-Sutter Unity – We are a group of social fellowship, support, education and community involvement. (formerly Yuba-Sutter Pride) gayyubasutter.com, Yahoo Group: groups.yahoo.com/group/Yuba-Sutter-Unity