‘Youth Pride Inc. News’ Articles

Youth Pride Inc. is proud to announce that applications for the Lipsky/Whittaker Scholarship Fund will be accepted now through May 25th, 2012. The Lipsky/Whittaker Scholarships will be awarded to Rhode Island youth who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQQ) or the child of LGBTQQ parents. The scholarship was [Continue]

14 AND UNDER DAY In April we will again hold a special day for youth who are 14 years old or younger and their parents/guardians/supportive adults. Our next 14 and Under Day will be held on Saturday, April 21, from 11am to 2pm at Youth Pride Inc. (743 Westminster Street in Providence). This monthly event [Continue]

OPEN HOUSE Many thanks to those who attended our Open House on January 30th! We had an official ribbon cutting ceremony with Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Roberts and Mayor Angel Taveras, and tours of the space were provided by our youth. GSA CONFERENCE Youth Pride Inc. will be holding its annual Gay/Straight Alliance (GSA) conference on [Continue]

Youth Pride Inc.’s Food Pantry has reopened at our new location (743 Westminster St., Providence), and we are searching for a few volunteers! Over 1,200 local families, including many of the youth that we serve, utilize the food pantry each year. Support for the pantry is generously provided by funding sources including the Rhode Island [Continue]

New Programming Youth Pride, Inc., is rolling out a new monthly programming schedule for the New Year. Programming will continue to focus on educating our youth around issues of health and wellness, improving life and social skills, HIV and safer sex education, and of course the LGBT community and its history. Youth participants help guide [Continue]

Youth Pride Inc. is settling into its new home on Westminster Street and trying to finish all the unpacking and organizing. This year YPI # column to list the reasons why. Youth: YPI youth inspire us daily with their courage, intelligence, and insight. They keep us focused on our mission through their direct participation in [Continue]

YPI Moving In November We are excited to announce that Youth Pride Inc. is moving from its current location on Chestnut Street to a new space at 743 Westminster Street in Providence. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * [Continue]

It’s back to school time and Youth Pride, Inc. staff, board and youth are working in high gear on many exciting ventures including the two below—our annual event/fundraiser and an intergenerational potluck/open mic night. We hope you can join us! Annual Event Youth Pride’s annual event/fundraiser will be held on Thursday, November 10th at [Continue]

Annual Event Save the Date! Youth Pride’s annual event/fundraiser will be held on Thursday, November 10, at the Biltmore Hotel in Providence. This year’s theme is “Stepping Up, Stepping Out” and will include dinner, dancing, award presentations, and a silent auction. This is a fantastic opportunity to have a night out while supporting the [Continue]