Services.

PFLAG is the extended family of the LGBTQI community.
We're made up of LGBTQI individuals, family members and allies. Because together, we're stronger.

Gatherings

PFLAG meetings and social gatherings provide an opportunity to learn about relevant services in the area, discuss local and national trends, and share personal experiences. LGBTQIA individuals, their families, friends, allies...all are welcome.

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Postponed Due to Covid-19
Parent* Support Group
3rd Thursday of each month
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7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
410 Second Ave.
Sterling
(1st Presbyterian Church)
 
* including foster parents, guardians, and other full-time caregivers

Promotes a safe space for parents to…

• share their struggles and stories 
• ​find commonalities 
• get some questions answered

 
Prior to your first visit,
please contact 
PFLAG Sauk Valley at
pflagsaukvalley@gmail.com
or call (815) 408-0604.
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Annual Picnic
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Held each September, this event commemorates the founding of PFLAG Sauk Valley. All are welcome, even if you've never attended a PFLAG event before. 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
12:30 - 3:00 p.m.

NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR: 
Woodlawn Arts Academy
patio and lawn area
(back of building)

Rather than traditional potluck style, each person should bring their own meal,
beverage, tableware, etc.  
No alcohol permitted.
 
Tables and chairs will be available, but you’re welcome to bring your own. 
 
Bring a mask for those moments when you are not eating or social distancing.
 
The picnic also serves as the organization's annual meeting, which highlights goals and accomplishments, but any official business will take 10 minutes or less. :) 

Two new members will be joining the Board. Lisa Zacharski and Nicole Oberg. They are replacing Sarah Schlegel and Joe Strabala-Bright.

Scholarships

LGBT students and LGBT allies may apply for one of the annual college scholarships made available to Sauk Valley area high school students who advocate and educate their schools, communities, themselves and/or their families about human rights, particularly with regard to LGBT issues. Academic persistence, extracurricular activities, and community involvement also factor into the awards. Scholarships are for $500. PFLAG thanks the Barb and George Schwamberger family for their generous support of the scholarship program. 2021 applications are due by April 2, 2021. High school counselors receive application forms, but forms may also be requested directly: 

Youth Outlook

youthoutlook.org

Weekly social setting for youth to meet other LGBTQ+ young people.  We provide a safe and comforting space for them to talk about a variety of important topics.  Youth Outlook provides dedicated programming related to safer sex, healthy relationships, and HIV/AIDS prevention and education. 

Sterling Drop-In 
Thursdays, 6:30-9pm
Suggested for 12-20 year olds

Due to COVID-19, we are meeting virtually. Please contact Karol.Teal@youth-outlook.org for link.
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Become a member of PFLAG Sauk Valley

We appreciate your friendship. Won’t you join us? 
Membership allows us to continue providing peer-to-peer support, educating people on issues important to the community, and advocating for inclusive policies and laws.
        Individual Membership: $25
       Household Membership: $35

Please mail your name, contact information, and check payable to:
          PFLAG Sauk Valley
          c/o 1st Presbyterian Church
          410 2nd Ave,
          Sterling, IL 61081

(Thanks First Presbyterian for providing a welcoming space for PFLAG!) 

OR Register online at bit.ly/pflagsvmember! (submit payment via PayPal)