Businesses, churches, and other partners who are queer-affirming

Why we have this resource:

In a state where it can feel increasingly risky to live openly and honestly, we believe it matters to name and celebrate the places that are committed to safety, dignity, and joy for LGBTQIA+ people.

Jacksonville is home to vibrant, affirming spaces where queer folks can gather, worship, learn, heal, create, and simply be. From inclusive faith communities and mental health providers to welcoming coffee shops, arts venues, and community organizations, these places are actively working to create belonging in a time when belonging is not guaranteed.

This page is a living resource—a growing list of businesses, churches, nonprofits, and community spaces that have demonstrated a clear commitment to affirmation and safety. Some are explicitly LGBTQIA+-led. Others are strong, public allies who back up their welcome with action.

You deserve spaces where you are not merely tolerated, but celebrated.

If you know of an affirming space we should include, please let us know. We’re building this together.

Congregations

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Crossroad Lutheran Church

Redeemer Episcopal Church

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church

Christ Episcopal Church - Ponte Vedra

South Jacksonville Presbyterian

Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian

Progressive Spirit (UCC)

San Marco Methodist Church

    • Park Place Lounge

    • Hardwicks

    • InCahoots

    • Eclipse Bar

    • Walrus

  • Supportive places for connection, peer support, and community building:

    • COLORS Community Center – LGBTQIA+ resource hub offering support groups, HIV testing, job support, workshops, Queer Markets, and more.

    • JAX LGBTQ+ Peer Support Group – Peer-led community support for adults (meetings and social events).

    • LGBTQ+ Young Adult Group – Social meetups for queer young adults (arts, connection, peer space).

    • Free To Be LGBTQ+ AA – Inclusive sobriety support group for queer folks.

    • PFLAG Jacksonville – Support, advocacy & education for LGBTQ+ people and families.

    • Jax Leaders & Allies – Coalition connecting queer resources and community organizations in Northeast Florida.

    • JASMYN - We partner with organizations across NE Florida to accommodate the needs of LGBTQIA+ youth. JASMYN supports the empowerment of LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults.

    • CAN Community Health - “We believe that ending epidemics starts with breaking barriers to care. We are committed to providing stigma-free healthcare.”

  • Hair Peace - hair salon

    Beauty Junkie - hair salon

    Style Cult - hair salon

    Chamblins - bookstores

    5-Points Vintage - resale store

    Affirmation for All Therapy