C.A.R.E.

Carbondale Assembly For Radical Equity

Get in touch with us!

Email carbondalecare@proton.me or find us on social media:

Ongoing Projects

Rainbow Refuge

  • Help trans people move to Carbondale from places that are hostile to LGBTQ+ individuals
  • Connect trans people to community, housing, jobs, and medical services in the area

Local LGBTQ+ Support

  • Connect local queer and trans people with local services and with each other
  • Engage in mutual aid projects
  • Create a database of LGBTQ+ friendly resources, spaces, and businesses in the area

Housing

  • Improve the affordability and quality of housing in Carbondale and southern IL

How to Get Involved:

Join a meeting

CARE meets every 2 weeks at the Rainbow Cafe LGBTQ Center in Carbondale

Come to an event

CARE hosts events and fundraisers throughout the year. Find us on Facebook or Instagram (@carbondalecares) to see what we’re up to next!

Donate

Donations are always welcome and greatly appreciated! To donate, use $RainbowCafeLGBT on CashApp, and note “CARE” in the memo. You can also write a check to Rainbow Cafe LGBT Center with “CARE” in the memo line.

Have another question?

Reach out! We’re always happy to hear from you.