Sunny The Rainbow Cow's Countdown to Pride FairCountdown
​Our mission is to serve the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community and its allies through advocacy, support, outreach, resources, and education, promoting equality for all.
Welcoming our new
Rainbow Sponsor
Geneva Theater,
Celebrating their 90th year.
Click to go to website

Here's how it is...
The success of Pride Fair and our other events/activities was because of your help, sponsorship, & donations.
2017 was a record year for donations.
​NOW, MORE THAN EVER, WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
​As a not for profit organization we rely solely on your support.
This time of year we set up at farmers and city markets to meet with people and solicit donations which help fund Pride Fair.  Without people willing to help work our booth, we won't be able to be at these events, the result of which is less money to run Pride Fair.
Please consider donating or help out.  We hope to be at Whitewater's City Market (from 4-7) on the following dates...
 July 17, July 31, & Aug 14
Please consider helping out.

We welcome donations,contributions, and services from individuals, organizations, and businesses.  

 Our next monthly meeting
July 13 at 6pm. 
We still have a lot of planning to do for Pride Fair.  This month will be a slightly more relaxed atmosphere with a cook out by the hosts, Jody and Beth.  An RSVP would be appreciated so that we can plan for food and drink.
Address Map:  N1558 Wooddale Dr
​Lake Geneva, WI 53147
There's parking in the driveway and along the road.

Last Year's Pride Fair

Rainbow Bowling going on Summer Hiatus 
With busy summer schedules, bowling doesn't seem to be a high priority.  Wednesday nights at Lake Geneva Lanes are very quiet; it's not hard to get a lane.  If you're looking for something to do the 2nd Wed of the month, try bowling.  There's a chance others will do the same.  
We are hoping in the fall that we can make LGBT bowling more of a regular event.

Three new links for college and about-to-be college students!

1. Resources and Advice for LGBT College Students:  A Guide for Instructors, Students, Friends, and Family Members

2.  Resources for Transgender College Students

3.  College Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students

Great News!  Aurora Health Care is working on improving LGBT inclusion.  This includes trans services.  More details will be posted as they become available.

Aurora Health Care is a platinum sponsor of Pride Fair.
To our friends, allies, supporters,
​and those who have yet to make up their mind:
We've just posted some great events for the fall and beyond.  Please consider supporting these great causes.

Our recent Platinum Sponsors:  Lamar Advertising and Aurora Health Care

A new link....CLICK HERE
Transgender in the Workplace: A Career & Resource Guide for Employees & Employers

THE RAIN COULDN'T DAMPEN ANYONE'S SPIRITS AT MKE PRIDE PARADE.

Pride Fair 2018
"The Fair on the Square"
​Aug 18
Vendors and Organizations: it's not too early to get your name in. 
We will be in downtown Elkhorn
at the Square (Veteran's Park)

A note about our phone number.  When the number is called, it automatically is forwarded to the Director's home phone and cell.  If there is no one around to answer it, the answer machine kicks in.  Don't be thrown by a message saying you've reached Jody and Beth.  Leave your message and we'll get back to you.  
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Questions about updating or changing your documentation?  Check out NCTE's Document Center.  CLICK HERE.

FAQ on the Withdrawal of Federal Guidance on Transgender Students
With the Trump Administration lifting transgender guidelines to schools, the NCTE has a website that explains the current state of trans issues and Title IX.

Good article on CBS News to help people find their way through the jungle of transgender terms.

New trans link for information.  Many thanks to our friend who suggested it.  If you know of any good links, let us know.

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At the Walworth County Fair

Keep up to date with trans rights and legislation at the National Center for Transgender Equality website.

To School GSA's and Diversity Groups
    
We are looking for representatives from your organizations to attend our meetings.  We need your input.

Are you planning an LGBT or diversity-related event?  Contact us about helping to sponsor it.
From the Director:
It's been great being at local events and meeting so many nice people.  Visibility and letting people get to know and learn about us is such an important part of the LGBTQ community becoming a part of the community as a whole.  The two questions we get asked most often are, "what's LGBT?" and "are there any places in the area where members of the LGBTQ community can get together?"   Granted, Walworth County is not exactly a hotbed of LGBT activities (although we're trying to provide some events).  I am asking our website visitors and friends to help us out.  If you know of any LGBT friendly places where people can get together (bars, restaurants, etc) or of any official (or unofficial) gay bars in our area, please let us know.  By clicking on the button, you can tell us.  We can then share what we know with those who ask.  Thank you.

A group of organizations have collaborated on preparing a guide for schools who have students who are transitioning.

Affordable Colleges Online.org have resources dealing with SUICIDE PRVEVENTION
CLICK HERE

I Think I Might Be Trans: 
8 Important Notes On Questioning and 50+ Resources to Get You Started (click below)

Now available from Netflix and Amazon Instant Video....
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Elkhorn's OctoberFest 2015
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2015 Elkhorn Christmas Parade
     If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support please call:

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline   1-800-273-TALK (8255)

The Trevor Project  The nation’s only 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention lifeline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people ages 13 to 24.
1-866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)

The GLBT National Help Center     
Hotline:1-888-THE-GLNH (888-843-4564)
Youth Talkline:1-800-246-PRIDE (800-246-7743)
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THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED OUR CHRISTMAS IN JULY PICNIC. A GOOD TIME WAS HAD BY ALL.

Resource for parents and professionals working with children dealing with talking about gender.
Click Here

UW Childrens Hospital has a nice webpage that lists resources for both trans youth and their parents.

Link to Transgender Trends for 2015 --->  Click Here

Interesting films available on DVD from Netflix ---> Click Here

On Point Radio Program on LGBTQ Homeless Youths.  
Click on button to stream.
What We Provide
  • discussion and support groups
  • community-building events
  • links to LGBT information and resources
  • links to LGBT-Friendly services
  • speakers/presenters on LGBT-related issues
LGBT of Walworth County does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion (creed), gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all of our visitors, members, staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.  We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect and that equality should be had by all.


OUR LIST OF SERVICES AND BUSINESSES IS GROWING...CHECK OUT OUR COMMUNITY PAGES

A discussion of how schools can be LGBTQ-inclusive:  Click Here

Lambda Legal has a guide on transgender rights:  Click Here

Thank you for visiting us.  We are constantly adding to our list of media resources and links.  Please visit us again.  Contact us with questions or comments.

Looking for help and/or information?   Our resource page now has links to information on general LGBTQ issues, transgender issues, for school professionals, and for parents.

Please consider getting involved.  Any help or support you can give is crucial to our survival.  Visit our "get involved" page.

Our Facebook page, LGBT of Walworth County, is updated daily with links to some of the latest news articles from around the world.

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LGBT of Walworth County is grateful to the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Lakes in Elkhorn, Wisconsin for it's support  It's welcoming designation means that it openly welcomes and supports members of and issues related to the LGBT community. 


We want to hear from you.  How can we better meet your needs?  Please, contact us and let us know.  Click here to send email.