Dear OUT MetroWest community,
As 2024 draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible impact we’ve made together this year for LGBTQ+ youth – and share my deep gratitude to each of you for the ways you show up for queer and trans young people every day.
Having joined OUT MetroWest as Executive Director in June, I am proud and humbled by all that our small-but-mighty team has accomplished in just six short months. Since July, our staff has supported youth with over 100 programs, with weekly gatherings for middle and high school youth and monthly events for both elementary-age kids and young adults. They’ve hosted special events – such as our annual BBQ Bash for youth and families – spoken on panels, built partnerships with local schools and organizations, and led trainings for hundreds of individuals through our community education sessions. Read more about our program highlights in our full newsletter here.
As we look to 2025, we are preparing for the challenges ahead and the work to be done. The need for affirming, accessible spaces for LGBTQ+ youth continues to grow, and we remain committed to expanding our reach and ensuring that every LGBTQ+ youth in MetroWest who needs support can find it with us, at no cost.
If you have already made a donation this year – thank you. And if you have not yet made a gift this year, we hope you will consider a year-end donation to OUT MetroWest to ensure that more LGBTQ+ youth can access these vital programs, resources, and community. Whether you can make a one-time donation, a monthly recurring gift, or sign up to volunteer with us – you can create real impact for LGBTQ+ youth locally.
Together, we will continue creating a future where queer youth are empowered, supported, and celebrated. Thank you for your belief in our mission and for being a champion for LGBTQ+ youth.
With gratitude and joy,
Mel Pace (they/she)
Executive Director
(Pace is pronounced pah-chay)
