PFLAG New York City

Founded in New York, NY in 1973, PFLAG NYC is the historic founding chapter of PFLAG, a national family-based movement dedicated to celebrating and supporting LGBTQ young people. The organization began when courageous parents stood up for their gay children, sparking a national movement that now includes over 550,000 members and supporters across more than 350 chapters throughout the United States. Rooted in the legacy of Jeanne Manford, who marched in the 1972 Christopher Street Gay Liberation Day Parade with her son carrying a sign reading "Parents of Gays: Unite in Support for our Children," PFLAG NYC embodies a commitment to love, acceptance, and family solidarity. Today, the organization operates as a dynamic partnership of parents, allies, and LGBTQ individuals working together to transform communities across New York City. PFLAG NYC recognizes that family support and acceptance are crucial factors in positive outcomes for LGBTQ youth, and this understanding guides all their work. Whether through intimate support groups that help families stay connected, school-based initiatives that create safe learning environments, or community education that builds understanding and inclusion, PFLAG NYC serves families, schools, and communities with compassion and expertise. The organization's mission remains unchanged: to create a better future for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth and adults by fostering understanding, celebrating diversity, and building inclusive spaces where all people can thrive.