Resources & Support

A drop-in space for LGBTQIA2S+ youth ages 13–24. It offers free gender-affirming gear, a clothing closet, a food pantry, hygiene and safer sex supplies, check-ins, affinity groups, counseling referrals, and events. It's run by New Avenues for Youth.

Portland's long-running LGBTQ2SIA+ community center. It hosts community groups and runs the People's Pantry, a free food program open to everyone.

A drop-in center for LGBTQIA2S+ people, especially those who are low-income or unhoused. It offers peer support, help finding housing and health services, harm reduction supplies, recovery support, and community.

Community and support for LGBTQ+ older adults: socials, outings, trans-specific gatherings, virtual talks, help finding resources, and case management for Multnomah County residents.

A free national line for LGBTQ+ older adults and their caregivers. You can call to talk, or for help finding local resources.

Free, confidential support for Oregonians 60 and older dealing with loneliness, isolation, depression, or anxiety.

Oregon's statewide LGBTQ2SIA+ advocacy group. They work on policy and elections, and keep a list of support groups across the state.

LGBTQ+-focused primary care clinics. They offer primary care, behavioral health, transgender health care, HIV and STI testing, and an on-site pharmacy, regardless of ability to pay.

HIV and STI testing, PrEP and PEP help, housing services, and food support through Esther's Pantry, for people living with or affected by HIV.

Low-cost STI testing and treatment, confidential HIV testing, PrEP, and Doxy-PEP. No one is turned away for inability to pay, and no ID or insurance is needed. Appointments only.

Sexual and reproductive health care for all genders, including gender-affirming hormone care, STI and HIV testing, birth control, and financial help. Telehealth is available.

Affirming behavioral health and holistic medical care, especially for LGBTQIA2S+ people and people living with chronic illness. They accept Oregon Health Plan.

Connects trans and gender-diverse people of all ages with OHSU providers for hormones, primary care, surgery, voice therapy, hair removal, and fertility care. Children and teens are seen through the Doernbecher Gender Clinic.

Free legal help changing your legal name and gender marker, including court forms and updating state and federal records. Drop-in clinics are held around the Portland area, and help depends on income.

Oregonians can change the sex on an Oregon birth record to M, F, or X once without a court order, using a notarized application (Form OHA 2673). The fee is $35 plus the cost of new certificates.

At any Oregon DMV office you can choose M, F, or X (not specified). You don't need proof of your gender, just your current card and the replacement or renewal fee.

The county circuit court's guide to changing your name or sex by court order, using the statewide identity change forms.

File a complaint if you've been treated unfairly at work, in housing, or at a business because of your sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Report a hate crime or bias incident and get support, whether or not you want to involve police.

Takes on civil rights cases that could protect many people. You can ask for help, but they can't take every case and don't handle private disputes.

Free legal information and resources about discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status. It's not legal advice, and they can't help with emergencies.

Connects you with a local lawyer for a first consultation of up to 30 minutes for $50 or less. People with moderate incomes may qualify for reduced rates through the Modest Means program.

A free 24/7 line for anyone struggling with alcohol or drugs, and for the people who love them. They can also help you find treatment.

The local AA office keeps a searchable meeting list, including LGBTQ meetings in person and online. They also run a 24-hour phone line.

This LGBTQIA2S+ drop-in center offers peer support, harm reduction supplies, and help connecting to recovery and housing programs. See its listing under community centers.