Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center is a community-led organization rooted in the lived experiences and voices of Allentown's LGBTQ residents, serving as a gathering place where all members of the community can find connection, healing, and celebration. Founded on the belief that every LGBTQ person deserves access to safe, affirming spaces, the Center fosters an environment centered on queer joy and liberation, with particular attention to supporting the most marginalized populations within the community. Operating from its downtown Allentown location, Bradbury-Sullivan welcomes LGBTQ individuals of all ages, races, cultures, religions, abilities, and backgrounds, recognizing that authentic community building requires embracing intersectionality and addressing the unique challenges faced by people with multiple marginalized identities. The organization's commitment extends beyond programming to include critical supportive services—from referrals to affirming healthcare providers to connections with community resources—reflecting a deep understanding that thriving requires meeting people's practical needs alongside emotional and cultural support. Bradbury-Sullivan's referrals team actively works to connect community members with essential resources, demonstrating a hands-on approach to removing barriers to care. The Center acknowledges its location on the unceded lands of the Lenape people and maintains a commitment to cross-movement solidarity and Indigenous justice. By combining arts and culture, youth development, health advocacy, education, and community organizing, Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center embodies a holistic vision of LGBTQ liberation in the Lehigh Valley, where every person can experience belonging and contribute to building a more equitable region.
Allentown, PA