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Click the underlined name or logo for more information about the organization. The page will open in a new window. The List is alphabetical. ▲ Click this symbol to return to the top of the page. |
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APFL is leading the way in educating the community and providing the latest medical treatment and Social Services in a caring, compassionate environment that meets the needs and serves the best interests of all people affected by HIV and other infectious diseases. The logo is the link. 2817 E. Oakland Park Blvd. , Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306 954.537.4111 |
Care Resource is South
Florida's oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization serving both Dade
and Broward Counties. Our unique "total care" approach includes working with our affected communities in creating and/or implementing prevention strategies, community outreach and education initiatives, testing, medical care, research protocols, as well as individual and family counseling and support services. This wide array of programs collectively strives to respond to every area of need of our HIV at-risk and infected communities. 3510 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 300, Miami, FL 33137 305.576.1234 |
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Centrally located in Fort Lauderdale, ArtServe
is a
multi-purpose facility that offers a shared office environment and venue at
affordable costs to the more than 350 nonprofit cultural organizations and
10,000 artists living and working in Broward County. 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. 954.462.9191 |
Frontrunners, an international organization with chapters in most American cities and around the world, offers gay men and women with an interest in running an opportunity for athletic and social interaction. Open to men and women of all ages, the group holds regular runs on Miami Beach. 305.757.5581 | |||||||||
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The
Atlantic Coast Dinghy Club
is a fun,
activity-oriented group for gay and gay friendly sailors and boating
enthusiasts. Visitors to the area and new residents are welcome.
The club is open to boat owners and non-boat-owners. There are a variety of sailing/boating events planned throughout the year in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, as well as The Keys and beyond, including the Bahamas. Day trips and/or overnight raft-ups are generally held at least once per month. Contact acdcboard@yahoogroups.com for more info. |
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| Care Resource | ▲ | Metropolitan Community Church | ▲ | |||||||
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Care Resource is South
Florida's oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization serving both Dade
and Broward Counties. Our unique "total care" approach includes working with our affected communities in creating and/or implementing prevention strategies, community outreach and education initiatives, testing, medical care, research protocols, as well as individual and family counseling and support services. This wide array of programs collectively strives to respond to every area of need of our HIV at-risk and infected communities. 993 E Oakland Park Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334 954.567.7141 |
Circle of Light,
2100 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 305.535.2287
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| A voice that seeks to instill awareness in the freedoms of a democratic society. Educating future leaders and supporting the community at large. Maintain an ongoing rapport and increasing viability with political entities.” | ||||||||||
| Flamingo Freedom Band | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||||
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South Florida's own Gay, Lesbian and
Transgendered concert band.
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Florida Great Outdoors is a social, recreational and educational membership organization. Great Outdoors offers day and overnight trips and other activities specifically designed for any active individuals who are comfortable with same-sex relationships-gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, and other intelligent people 3389 Sheridan St., Hollywood, FL 33021 Upcoming Events |
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| Florida Storm Soccer | ▲ | Miami Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce | ▲ | |||||||
| These guys are Winners! They won their first IGLFA World Cup Tournament last year in Boston. Our own Gay soccer team practices in Holiday Park at 3 PM on Saturdays. For more information and tournament schedules click here: Florida Storm |
4500 Biscayne Boulevard, #300, Miami, FL
305-534-3336 |
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| Fort Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||||
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The Fort Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus is the
first gay performing-arts organization in the state
of Florida. The chorus was founded in February 1986 by Gary E. Keating (who
then went on to create and for many years direct the South Florida Lambda
Chorale here in Fort Lauderdale), after he attended a holiday concert of the
New York City Gay Men's Chorus performed in the fabled Carnegie Hall the
previous December. For more information on how you can help (and have fun at the same time!), call our voice mail at 954.832.0060 or email us at FTLGMC@hotmail.com. |
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FrizMar Resources
was founded in 2002 by a group of men in Fort Lauderdale, Florida who
wanted to provide financial support to A.S.O.'s (AIDS Support Organizations)
in the State of Florida through their Special Events and Fundraising
Efforts.
52 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 169,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 954.629.5892
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| The center provides a variety of services to the South Florida Gay and Lesbian community as well as an opportunity for social interaction outside of the nightclubs. Free confidential HIV testing, 1st & 3rd Fridays 2:30-6:30 PM, 1st & 3rd Mondays 1:30- 4:00 PM. 1717 N Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. 954.463.9005 | ||||||||||
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GITA is a gay Italian and American social group. The purpose of the group is to promote Italian Culture in all of its forms. We will explore Italian music, art, language, movies, cooking, travel, beauty and sex. Our group is open to anyone who wants to participate in our activities. To become a member of GITA you need not be gay, Italian, American, or anything else. There are no rules and there are no fees or dues. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for like-minded people to interact with each other to have fun. GITA is going to be activity oriented. Lots of activities and lots of fun.
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Gold Coast Couples is a social organization for Gay and Lesbian couples that like to meet and socialize on a personal level with other couples outside of the bar scene. Regular events are scheduled. PO Box 70781, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33307 For more info or to join click here: e-mail |
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These events are social gatherings for HIV+ GAY
men. No boring lectures, seminars or speakers. We
come to meet each other. Some guys come to meet Mr.
Right or get away from Mr. Wrong, others to meet old
friends and new, some to 'be pos' (as opposed to
closeted at home), and a number of newbies. |
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| Metropolitan Community Church | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||||
| The Sunshine Cathedral. Fort Lauderdale's chapter of MCC is one of the largest in the country. The church is centrally located and convenient to both locals and tourists. Service Times 1480 S.W. 9th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 954.462.2004 | ||||||||||
| The Outlawz | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||||
| The Outlawz are a group of volunteer cowboys providing South Florida with an alternative gay country western dance experience for all interested dancers and their friends regardless of sexual orientation. The Outlawz promote ALL local gay & gay-friendly country-western venues and provide a casual, social atmosphere, through hosting country dances and dance lessons in a friendly open environment. | ||||||||||
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| The PALS Project is a resource for HIV-POZ men in Broward County and the Ft. Lauderdale area. The PALS Project brings new ideas and a new approach to an epidemic now tired and old, but all the more dangerous. One-On-One Sessions. To make an appointment, email us at kfegenbush@glccsf.org or call Kris Fegenbush at 954.463.9011. | ||||||||||
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| The Pet Project's goal is to promote and preserve the human/animal bond for persons living with life threatening or severely disabling diseases. For these people their beloved pets offer companionship, love, diversion and a reason to get up each morning.1164 E Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park, FL 33334 954.568.5678 | ||||||||||
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| Food Bank and Thrift Store. The mission of The Poverello Center is to provide life-saving food and basic living essentials with the highest degree of understanding, respect and love for individuals living with HIV. 2292 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305. 954.561.3663 | ||||||||||
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Front Runners Fort Lauderdale is a group of people who enjoy
running, walking, and inline skating. They meet at
Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale: Wednesdays
at 7:00 PM and Sundays at 6:00 PM. 954.567.8419 |
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| South Florida Tennis Club | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||||
| SFTC is a not-for-profit organization formed to develop and coordinate tennis activities for Gay and Lesbian persons and friends of Gay and Lesbians persons in the South Florida area. SFTC also serves to provides its' members with social activities in the gay and lesbian community. Any Gay or Lesbian person or any friend of Gay and Lesbian persons is eligible for membership upon acceptance of a membership application and payment of a membership fee. | ||||||||||
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| Sunshine Athletic Association has offered social and athletic opportunities for the South Florida Gay community since 1981. SAA offers a great addition to the usual ways of socializing. They have five sporting groups and a social group and two annual service projects which bring the community together on a regular basis. 954.776.2322 | ||||||||||
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Celebrating South Florida's
diversity through the choral arts.
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Southern Country South Florida (SoCoSoFo) is a community-based all-volunteer nonprofit corporation dedicated to the promotion of Country & Western activities within the gay and lesbian community, providing a casual, non- pressured atmosphere for people to meet and enjoy other Country & Western dancers. Southern Country South Florida is a proud member of the International Association of Gay and Lesbian Country Western Dance Clubs (IAGLCWDC). |
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Women in Network (WIN) is
a social and networking organization for Lesbians.
We offer the opportunity to experience a sense of friendship and community while working toward the common goals of pride, achievement, and harmony. Now celebrating our 18th year, we are holding fast to our ongoing commitment to the health & education of women. Our mission is to promote and unite women through business & social networking. Join us and enjoy quality women in a networking environment while experiencing friendship and community. Women in Network, P.O. Box 9744, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310 - 9744 Tel: 954.564.4WIN (954.564.4946) |
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