The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland
About The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland
For nearly five decades, the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland has been a cornerstone of support and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community in Northeastern Ohio. Founded in 1975, the Center embodies a mission to enrich lives through advocacy, support, education, and celebration—recognizing that the LGBTQ+ community is an integral and thriving part of the greater Cleveland, OH region. Throughout its history, the organization has established itself as a trusted community partner by maintaining multiple locations and continuously evolving to meet the changing needs of those it serves. Today, positioned in the heart of the Gordon Square Arts District, the Center stands as a visible beacon of inclusion and acceptance, demonstrating the organization's deep roots in Cleveland's cultural landscape. The Center's vision reflects a profound belief that the LGBTQ+ community deserves to be embraced and celebrated as valued members of the Northeast Ohio community. By combining advocacy efforts with direct support services and educational initiatives, the organization creates meaningful spaces where individuals can find connection, resources, and affirmation. The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland represents a legacy of commitment to social justice, community building, and the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights and wellbeing in the Cleveland area and beyond.