RESOURCES & SUPPORT
When You Need More Than Words
🆘 If You Need Help Right Now
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out to one of these free, confidential services immediately.
Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
| Organization | How to Reach Them | Available | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Call or text 988 | 24/7 | 988lifeline.org |
| Crisis Text Line | Text HOME to 741741 | 24/7 | crisistextline.org |
| Trans Lifeline | Call 877-565-8860 | 24/7 | translifeline.org |
| The Trevor Project | Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678 | 24/7 | thetrevorproject.org |
All services are free and confidential. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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These organizations offer support, resources, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.
The Trevor Project Crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth. www.thetrevorproject.org
Free Mom Hugs A grassroots organization offering visible, affirming support to LGBTQ+ people and their families. www.freemomhugs.org
Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Advocacy, education, and resources focused on equality and dignity for LGBTQ+ people. www.hrc.org
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These organizations work to protect civil rights, promote justice, and support people facing systemic harm.
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Legal advocacy and resources focused on protecting civil liberties and constitutional rights. www.aclu.org
Black Lives Matter A global movement affirming the dignity, safety, and value of Black lives. www.blacklivesmatter.com
Women's March Advocacy and organizing focused on gender equity, safety, and human rights. www.womensmarch.com
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These organizations provide guidance, advocacy, and support for immigrants and mixed-status families.
RAICES Legal services, advocacy, and education for immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. www.raicestexas.org
National Immigration Law Center Defending and advancing the rights of immigrants with low income. www.nilc.org
Immigration Advocates Network Free legal resources and tools for immigrants navigating the legal system. www.immigrationadvocates.org
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These resources help people find faith communities that affirm LGBTQ+ identities and lived experiences.
GayChurch.org A directory of Christian churches that openly affirm LGBTQ+ people. www.gaychurch.org
Believe Out Loud Resources and connections for LGBTQ+ people seeking inclusive faith spaces. www.believeoutloud.com
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These resources offer mental health support, counseling referrals, and emotional care — particularly for LGBTQ+ people, people of color, and those navigating trauma, grief, or crisis.
NAMI — National Alliance on Mental Illness Information, support groups, and mental health resources. Helpline: 1-800-950-6264 www.nami.org
Psychology Today Therapist Finder Search for affirming therapists by location, identity, and insurance. www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Open Path Collective Affordable therapy ($30–$80 per session) for individuals and families in financial need. www.openpathcollective.org
Therapy for Black Girls A directory connecting Black women and girls with affirming mental health professionals. www.therapyforblackgirls.com
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These resources offer Christian contemplative practices that some find grounding. They are shared for spiritual practice, not as affirming institutions.
Upper Room Daily devotionals and prayer resources rooted in Christian faith and practice. www.upperroom.org
Centering Prayer — Center for Action and Contemplation Resources for Christian contemplative prayer focused on silence, presence, and trust in God. www.cac.org
A Note About These Resources
Voices for Justice Designs is not affiliated with these organizations and does not provide professional, medical, or legal advice.
These links are shared in the spirit of care — to help people find support beyond this space when it’s needed most.
The resources below are shared as starting points for support, care, protection, and connection beyond this space.
