The Lesbian and Gay Community Center provides space and opportunity to nurture, celebrate, and empower our diverse LGBT community through programs, events, and collaboration.

* To provide a welcoming, fun, safe, and inclusive gathering place for meetings and events
* To enhance access to resources by serving as a central point of information and referrals to local organizations
* To initiate and cooperate on programs serving the LGBT population
* To host social events and promote a sense of community
* To present opportunities for learning, topical dialogues, and forums for discussion
* To promote a more efficient use of nonprofit funds through affordable meeting space, pooled office costs, and project collaboration.
* To reduce isolation among marginalized and under-served groups within the community
* To increase public awareness and understanding of the LGBT community
* To inspire a sense of pride, wellness, and responsibility among individuals in the LGBT community
* To channel advocacy of fairness and equality for the LGBT community
* To strengthen community development by fostering interaction among organizations and individuals
* To incubate start-up groups to address unmet needs in the LGBT community