Services.

PFLAG is the extended family of the LGBTQIA+ community.We're made up of LGBTQIA+ 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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Creating Connections: A support group for LGBTQ+ folks and allies

3rd Sunday of every month
except June and Sept.
​4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Zoom and in person
410 Second Ave.
Sterling
(1st Presbyterian Church)
Narthex - main level
 
Most sessions will launch with a focused 20 minute program/discussion topic. The remaining time will be open discussion and supportive conversation. 
 
For a zoom link,
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 17, 2023
12:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Lowell Park, Dixon - Reagan Bath House Shelter (look for the rainbow signs that will lead you to the riverfront)

Chicken and pulled pork will be provided. Please bring a dish to share along with your own place settings and beverages. 
 
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. :) We will begin the short program at 1 PM. 

Scholarships

LGBTQ+ students and LGBTQ+ allies may apply for one of the annual college scholarships made available to Sauk Valley area high school and higher education students who advocate and educate their schools, communities, themselves and/or their families about human rights, particularly with regard to LGBTQ+ issues. Academic persistence, extracurricular activities, and community involvement also factor into the awards. Scholarships are for $500. PFLAG thanks all our donors for their generous support of the scholarship program. 2023 applications are due by April 1, 2023. PFLAG Sauk Valley posts the new scholarship materials annually in late winter. High school counselors receive application forms and rubrics, 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

If you would like to attend via zoom, please contact sterling@youth-outlook.org ​ for the 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 Sterling for providing a welcoming space for PFLAG!) 

OR Register online at www.pflagsaukvalley.org/membership.html.