The Billy DeFrank LGBTQ Youth Space is proud to co-sponsor San Jose State University’s Transgender Awareness Week, March 8–11, 2010.  This collaborative event will feature national renowned Trans experts along with local activists to educate the SJSU campus and local community about Transgender people.  The week will feature art, film, scholarship and performance to present the intricacies of life for people who identify as transgender.  Feature events for the week will include an award-winning photodocumentary, “Transfigurations” by Jana Marcus; film screening of “Diagnosing Difference,” followed by a panel including the filmmaker, Dr. Annalise Ophelian and Cecila Chung, Chair-San Francisco Human Rights Commission; and a Cabaret Benefit Performance by Calpernia Addams.

Heart Song - Evolution "Beyond the Union of Two"

Come out in support of our local gay men's chorus.

As we take on the path into spring, the Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus continues the Evolution of its 27th season with Heart Song - Beyond the Union of Two. Our director, Jonathan Ulrich, who is featuring new arrangements of his own will introduce a sized up chorus of over 50 men. This show explores the types of love beyond just two people. Love of Family, America, the Earth and Community as well as each other.

The Sunday show features special guest The Lollipop Guild from SFGMC.

More information and online ticketing is available here.

We are pleased to announce that the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center is partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to help achieve a complete and accurate count of every U.S. resident in the 2010 Census. Conducted every 10 years, the census defines who we are as a nation. It guides critical decisions on the national, state and local levels that affect Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people. The 2010 Census will be the first to report counts of both same-sex partners and same-sex spouses. Transgender individuals will be counted as the sex they identify.

One of the shortest census forms in history, the 2010 Census form asks 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. It’s easy, important and safe. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share respondents’ answers with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities. All Census Bureau employees take the oath of nondisclosure and are sworn for life to protect the confidentiality of the data. The penalty for unlawful disclosure is a fine of up to $250,000 or imprisonment of up to five years, or both.

Please spread the word and let others in our community know about this important effort. Take a look at the Census LGBT Fact Sheet to learn more.

The Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center has moved to a volunteer status. In 2009, the board and the interim executive director took a hard look at the operations of the Center and decided to operate by volunteers, which includes members of the board of directors. What we have done in so little time is remarkable: we've initiated a senior nutrition program, improved an award winning teen center...and that doesn't include the ongoing social and support programs!

By donating to the Center, you are acknowledging that you believe in us and the great work that we are doing. Consider becoming a monthly member: it's the best gift you can give to the community.

The DeFrank Youth Center provides a safe and confidential space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, questioning young adults and allies 13-25 to hang out. Professional counseling is offered for ages 16-25.

These services are offered though a partnership between the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center and  Family & Children Services, under contract with Santa Clara County Mental Health Department, and funded by California’s Mental Health Services Act.

Learn more about our fantastic Youth Center and Youth Counseling

Wednesday nights, ongoing (check the Events Calendar for any weekly schedule changes)

Early Bird: 6:30-7PM
Regular Games start at 7PM and end ~8:45
$15 Buy In, with additional game packs available

Cash prizes, with all net proceeds directly benefiting the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center

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Do you know how the Billy DeFrank Center is operated?  Most of the people you see managing the Center, answering the phones and writing letters are volunteers. We rely heavily on the support of the community and not just for money: volunteerism is what keeps us going, and we need your help -- we are looking for talent at every level!  If you are interested in devoting your time and efforts to the future of your LGBT Community Center, please go to the Volunteer Center and tab and fill out the Volunteer Application. Also, check out the Volunteer Calendar for the date and time of the next volunteer orientation or training session.  We would love to have you!