Rainbow Families continues our Support Group for those in the LGBTQ+ community who have experienced grief and loss as part of their family building journey. The aim of the group is to create a safe and comfortable space to share stories, resources and healing. These are peer-based groups and not to be considered a replacement for therapy or counseling.
Summer 2022 Dates: April 19, May 17, June 21
Sessions are Virtual - Available Nationwide - Rainbow Families Membership Not Required
No charge
Experiences of grief and loss can include, but are not limited to:
Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy and safety to interact. We ask that participants join all 3 sessions.
Thanks to the generosity of Leidos Corporation, registration fees for this Support Group are covered. There is no charge.
Rainbow Families is pleased to offer a new topic to our current list of LGBTQ+ support groups. This is for current LGBTQ+ single parents, and for prospective parents considering single parenting. In these meetings, we'll discuss the joys, concerns, questions, even frustrations of being an LGBTQ+ parent, PLUS choosing to do so without a partner. These are peer-based groups and not to be considered a replacement for therapy or counseling.
2022 Summer Dates: May 19 | June 16 | July 21
Sessions are Virtual - Available Nationwide - Rainbow Families Membership Not Required No Charge for Rainbow Families members
It is hoped registrants will attend all 3 sessions to receive the most benefit from this type of support group. Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy and safety to interact.
If you would like a fee waiver, reach out in confidence at support@rainbowfamilies.org No refunds. Dates/times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately.
Rainbow Families is delighted to continue our Support Group for LGBTQ+ people who are currently pregnant, or new to parenthood with a child under 9 months.
This program is facilitated by a licensed psychologist who specializes in reproductive health. These are peer-based groups and not to be considered a replacement for therapy or counseling.
Dates: April 10 | May 22 | Jun 26 Registration closes once series begins.
Sessions are virtual and open to participants nationwide
No Charge for Rainbow Families members
Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy and safety to interact.
Facilitated by: Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington
Rainbow Families is pleased to continue our Support Group for LGBTQ+ people seriously considering or going through Assisted Reproductive Technology as part of their family planning journey.
Dates: April 10 | May 22 | June 26 Registration Closes once Series Begins
Sessions are Virtual - Available Nationwide - Rainbow Families Membership Not Required No Charge for Rainbow Families Members
Info HERE, including times and more. Be sure to visit the Rainbow Families booth and say hello!
It's FREE, Family-Friendly, and a Beautiful Location
Calling all Pride Parade-goers! Capital Pride is Back in Person This Year
Our beautiful families, prospective parents and allies will be together to show our pride, and remind everyone how LOVE MAKES A FAMILY. Please come - enjoy the fun - bring wagons for the kids - let's have a great turnout.
New this year - Capital Pride Alliance have assured us that RAINBOW FAMILIES WILL BE PLACED AT (OR NEAR) THE FRONT OF THE PARADE LINE UP
We have space for 100 walkers - sign up today!
NO CHARGE however we are asking for a suggested $20 donation to help us offset the cost.
We are then holding an INCREDIBLE family fun area at the end of the parade route, from 4pm to 7pm. We will gather at 17th and P / Stead Park playground for games, activities, face painting, a drag queen story time and much more! More details will be posted here as they become finalized.
Capital Pride is Back in Person This Year, and We Couldn't be Happier!
Join us Saturday to walk in the parade and enjoy the Rainbow Families FUN ZONE, then be sure to stop by the Rainbow Families DC booth Sunday at the festival!
Raffles, merch, learn more about our services for the community - say hello!
It's Summertime! Join Rainbow Families for a picnic, playdate, plus gathering and connecting in the gorgeous setting of Fairfax County's Burke Lake Park.
We've rented "Pavillion C" which can seat all of us at picnic tables, there'll be grills you can use, we'll have crafts and books and more! All LGBTQ+ families (and those who love us) are welcome. Bring some games to share, your picnic food, a nice blanket or two - and enjoy being outdoors with our community of incredible Rainbow Families.
We'll meet rain or shine! No refunds after 6/15/22. As a 501c3 non-profit in service to the LGBTQ+ family community, we never want financial constraints to be a prohibitive factor in attending. If you need a reduction or waiver in the registration fee please email us in confidence.
Yes! Resuming one of our most enjoyable gatherings from pre-lockdown days. Our Summer LGBTQ+ Family picnic, playdate and parent gathering at the gorgeous Rockburn Branch Pavillion in Elkridge, MD
Our last one was wonderful. Great weather, lawn games, families hung out under the Pavillion, and new friendships were formed. Bring your lunch, snacks, sunscreen, perhaps some toys to share - and let's have a great time!
MAP OF PARK AND WHERE TO MEET
There is a per-family registration fee, which helps us pay for the Pavillion rental and other expenses. If the fee is cost prohibitive, please email us in confidence for a waiver. No refunds, this is a rain or shine gathering.
Family Camp Weekend 2022We had a RECORD Camping Weekend in 2021 - Swimming, Dance Party, More! Come Join an EVEN MORE EXCITING Rainbow Families Camp Weekend 2022
Registration Open Soon ~ Save the Date
About: Our Family Camp Weekend provides LGBTQ+ families with the very unique opportunity to forge personal connections and build community with one another. Together, parents and children spend the entire weekend enjoying the rustic outdoors, beautiful scenery, and fun activities. A wonderful way for our children to be among other families like theirs.
Camp Tockwogh is in Worton Maryland, about a 2.5 hour drive from the DMV. A 309-acre family-friendly YMCA campground, located on the Chesapeake Bay. Learn more about Camp Tockwogh HERE.
Read: Schedule TBD
Read: FAQ's and Important Updates TBD
Assistance: In addition to the historic reduction in cost thanks to our sponsors, YMCA has a financial assistance program. Stay tuned for more info.
Click HERE to Register Directly with Hillwood Estate. Still only $5 per adult.
Festivities scheduled to include:
PICNIC INFO:
Important: Rainbow Families does not want financial constraints to prohibit attendance at our events. If you need registration assistance for this or any event, please email our Executive Director, Darren Vance in confidence. While this is a Hillwood Estate hosted event; please review our standard terms & conditions here regarding liability and photos.
After wonderful Great Wolf programs in the east, Rainbow Families is pleased to add our first annual LGBTQ+ family celebration in the west
Reservations Open March 1, 2022 - SAVE THE DATE!
About Rainbow Families: We are an LGBTQ+ nonprofit organization based in Washington DC. For 39 years we've offered connections, education, support and empowerment for LGBTQ+ families, including parents and prospective parents. Learn more at our website and Instagram