About Rainbow Alley

Rainbow Alley is a safe, brave space where LGBTQ+ youth (ages 10-17) and their allies find support and acceptance. We provide events, activities, health services, and life-skill building, all in a warm and welcoming environment. Please check our calendar for upcoming events.

Rainbow Alley is a drug, alcohol, tobacco, and hate-free space.

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Join us for Summer Academy!

Join us for our annual summer camp! Summer Academy aims to provide our 10-17 year old LGBTQ+ youth with a week full of experiences that will expose them to different activities, resources, and environments. This program is completely FREE, with lunch, transportation, and activities included.

Participants can look forward to poetry workshops, field trips, games, and much more!

Space is limited, so sign up today to secure your spot.

Queer Prom 2024 - Visit the Flickr Album

Programs & Events

See what's coming up for Rainbow Alley and stop by to check out our space!


Vent Room is a virtual space intended for high school students 13-17 years old to connect with each other. Students from all around the Colorado area are welcome!  Registration is required - click the button below to see upcoming dates and to join.

Rainbow Alley Drop In - Every Wednesday and Thursday, 4:00 - 7:00 PM

Rainbow Alley Drop-In is a safe, supportive, and accepting space for LGBTQ+ youth. Drop-in programming consists of activities, community building, referrals, and resources all in a warm and welcoming environment.

Cooking around the world - second Friday of each month, 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Learn how to cook food from around the world! Rainbow Alley will have a new guest every month teaching us how to make their favorite cuisine. We provide the equipment and ingredients. Come hungry!


Come join fellow queer youth in starting an exciting campaign at Rainbow Alley's Dungeons & Dragons club! Please click the button below to check if we're currently accepting new registrations.



HoliGay 2023 - Visit the Flickr Album



Trusted Adults Virtual Space

Please join us virtually on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 6:00 - 7:00 PM in our Trusted Adults Virtual Space! This space is for adults who have queer young people in their lives and are looking for support, information, or are seeking community.

For additional LGBTQ+ family resources, visit the Family Support section of our Resource Directory.


Monster Bash 2023 - Visit the Flickr Album

Crisis Resources & Online Chat Support

Need help right now?

Colorado Crisis Services

Colorado Crisis Services

Support is one step away. Call, text or walk in. 24/7 crisis support available statewide.
Call 844-493-8255
Text “Talk” to 38255

 

The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project

Trained counselors understand the challenges LGBTQ young people face.
Call 866-488-7386
Text “Start” to 678-678

Trans Lifeline

Trans Lifeline

Trans Lifeline provides trans peer support for our community that’s been divested from police since day one. Run by and for trans people.
877-565-8860

Want to chat?

Q Chat Space Online

A Community for LGBTQ+ Teens

We’re glad you’re here

Find and give support, have fun, connect around shared interests and get good information. Chat with like-minded peers in live chats designed for you & by you, facilitated by folks who care. Click here to check out Q Chat Space!

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Queer Prom 2023 - Visit the Flickr Album

Additional Resources

Sharon F. Hester, LPC
2855 Speer Boulevard, Suite C
Rooted Acorn Counseling
Credentials
MS in Clinical Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Addiction Counselor
Types of services provided
Addiction, Anxiety, Coming Out/Living Authentically, Depression, Therapists & Counselors, Trauma
Business Phone Number
303-493-9947
Text to Contact Information
303-493-9947
Business Website Address
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Credentials
Licensed Social Worker
Types of services provided
Anxiety, Coming Out/Living Authentically, Couples, Eating Disorders, Life Skills, Self-Harm/Suicide, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Therapists & Counselors, Trauma
Business Phone Number
(720) 893-0519
Enjoying the playground
1800 N. Pontiac St. Denver, CO
An intentionally inclusive school that inspires learning and transforms lives
Business Category
Types of services provided
Community Organization, Job Training & Education
Business Phone Number
7203169571
Text to Contact Information
7203169571
Business Website Address
Facebook Page

2023 Career Exploration Series - Visit the Flickr Album


Rainbow Alley at The Center on Colfax