Belmont LGBTQ Alliance

10/26/2026

On Intersex Awareness Day, Betsy Driver and Riki Wilchins trace a movement that challenged medical secrecy and is still fighting to make consent matter.

10/21/2026

Thanks to all who came to the Belmont LGBTQ+ Fall Social at Comella’s last evening. New friends were made and old friendships renewed. We enjoyed pizza and games — Q***r Mad Libs was a hit!

10/20/2026

Join us TONIGHT!! It’s our annual Fall Social: Tuesday, October 20th, 6:30pm-8:00pm! Hosted by Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance and Belmont Against Racism (BAR)

Meet other community members and enjoy complementary appetizers & pizzas. Comella’s Belmont 11 Brighton Street, Belmont

10/14/2026

Join us for our annual Fall Social: Tuesday, October 20th, 6:30pm-8:00pm! Hosted by Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance and Belmont Against Racism (BAR)

Meet other community members and enjoy complementary appetizers & pizzas from Comella’s Belmont 11 Brighton Street, Belmont comellasrestaurants.com

Full menu is also available to participants comellasrestaurants.com

RSVP https://forms.gle/QmC4c1twSdGcH1wUA

10/13/2026

Join us for our annual Fall Social Tuesday, October 20th 6:30pm-8:00pm! Hosted by Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance and Belmont Against Racism (BAR)

Meet other community members and enjoy complementary appetizers & pizzas from Comella’s Belmont 11 Brighton Street, Belmont comellasrestaurants.com

Full menu is also available to participants comellasrestaurants.com

RSVP https://forms.gle/QmC4c1twSdGcH1wUA

RSVP below for the Fall Social: Tuesday, October 20th, 6:30-8:00pm at Comella's Belmont. We can't wait to see you in November!

10/11/2026

Today is NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY!. Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day, an observance that has significance for many LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. Founders Jean O’Leary and Robert Eichberg chose the date to commemorate the massive turnout of 500,000 people who marched in Washington, D.C. for LGBTQ+ civil rights in 1987.

According to Kelley Robinson, president of the Human Rights Campaign, “everyone deserves the freedom to live authentically and unapologetically. Coming out to one’s community, family, friends and loved ones should be a joyous event, a recognition that a person is entering a new chapter in their life and in their journey of self-discovery.

At a moment when the nation’s most powerful people long for a future that dims our light and forces us back into the closet, coming out is also an act of defiance. But for too many others, coming out is still challenging, difficult, and even unsafe. That’s why those of us who are able to be ourselves publicly must continue to do so, to live loudly and proudly, so we can create a world where all people can be free–no matter what.”

We encourage you to support LGBTQ+ individuals, families, friends, and LGBTQ+- friendly businesses and institutions. Challenge any hateful or unsupportive rhetoric when you hear it.

We, in Belmont, want to create a safe and affirming environment for people of all ages to come out without fear, knowing they will be held in love, kindness, and understanding.

Fran Yuan and Sharon Rich, Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance

Letter to the editor - the Belmont Voice. (Image from haring.com)

09/29/2026

Join the Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance and many other amazing Belmont organizations! Note the location!!

09/29/2026

Join the Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance and many other amazing Belmont organizations!

09/23/2026

Wonderful Trans Poetry Night at Belmont Books. Stephanie Burt, Trace Peterson, Catherine Rockwood, Myles Taylor and more read their poetry to an inspired audience. With QT Library , Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance cosponsored the event.

08/21/2026

TICKET SALES, SPONSORSHIP, AND AD OPPORTUNITIES ARE LIVE🎟🌈🏳️‍⚧️💕

In less than 75 days, we will gather at Jack’s Abby for Come OUT & Celebrate 2026 - an evening with friends and community members - as we work together to raise $150,000 for our FREE LGBTQ+ youth programs. We hope you will join us for this night of fun and inspiration!

Tickets include a delicious buffet dinner from the Jack’s Abby kitchen, featured entertainment by Zon Legacy Phoenix, one drink ticket (alcoholic or non), and the priceless knowledge that you are fostering communities where LGBTQ+ youth thrive. We've sold out 5 years in a row, so get your tickets TODAY! Early bird tickets are $55 before September 10th. Get them at https://givebutter.com/Gayla2026!

Affirm your commitment to LGBTQ+ youth by sponsoring or buying ad space
for this night of community celebration! Sponsorships start at $500, and come with various benefits for you and your guests. Advertisements start at $50 and are a great way to promote your business/organization to the wider community. These can be purchased through the same link as tickets!