RESOURCES FOR TEENS
You’re in the right place if you’re looking for info about: gender-affirming clothing, finding community, food and shelter, gender identity and sexuality, being intersex, or taking care of health issues (mental, physical, sexual).
clothing
point of pride
Free chest binders (specially-designed chest compression garments) to any trans person who needs one and cannot afford or safely obtain one.
rainbow wardrobe
Free gender-affirming care in a welcoming, private, and supportive environment. LGBTQIA2S+ individuals can try on clothing that affirms their gender identity, without the discomfort or anxiety they might face in traditional retail settings. All items are available at no cost.
underdare
Physical location for LGBTQ+ folks to shop for gender-affirming and other community specific garments. With multiple brands and inclusive sizing, Underdare offers a comfortable, safe, nurturing, appointment only setting for people to touch, try on, and purchase affirming undergarments.
finding community
freeing ourselves & finding community (drop-in program)
Free drop-in program at Family Tree Clinic for LGBTQ+ teens (ages 13-17) and young adults (ages 18-24) from 3:30–6:30pm on Mondays. Participants have a meal together, get free bus cards and have real conversations with in community. Some recent activities: yoga with Reviving Roots, metalsmithing, music therapy, black queer icons, art therapy.
LGBTQI+ youth events
Calendar of events for queer and trans youth in the Twin Cities metro area.
quatrefoil library & community center
Quatrefoil Library’s diverse and ever-developing collection of books, DVDs, zines, and periodicals, quiet study/reading areas, and programming—such as author readings, group meetings, and special events—provides community members with a multitude of options for connecting with their identities, histories, and each other within the broader queer ecosystem.
queerspace youth center (drop-in program)
Weekly drop-in hours for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth ages 13-24. This is an inclusive third space where you can make Queer friends, participate in group activities, and access resources to affirm your identity. Come as you are and hang with us. Meals and snacks are provided.
so what if I am? (drop-in program)
Weekly drop-in group every Tuesday from 4:30-6:30pm for LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-21. Find community and be who you are. (Look under “therapeutic supports” on the website link for more info on this drop-in group.)
transforming families
Monthly meetings where transgender, gender non-conforming, and questioning youth and their families come together to support each other in a welcoming and respectful space. Separate breakout groups for parents, kids, siblings, and teens.
food
hunger solutions
Interactive map to find food shelves and free meals. (statewide)
second harvest heartland
Interactive map to find food shelves and free meals. You can also call or text for help finding free food at 866-844-3663. (statewide)
youth service network
Find free food, includes some programs specifically for youth.
gender identity & sexuality
gender spectrum
Resources to help with understanding the multiple dimensions of gender. In the course of a person’s life, the interests, activities, clothing, and professions that are considered the domain of one gender or another evolve in ways both small and large.
healthy bodies, safer sex
A comprehensive guide to safer sex, relationships and reproductive health for trans or non-binary people and their partners.
it’s pronounced metrosexual
Your free, uncopyrighted, totally-accessible online resource for learning (on your own) & teaching (others, by sharing and facilitating) about gender, sexuality, & social justice.
scarleteen
The largest resource online wholly dedicated to providing truly comprehensive and highly inclusive sex and relationships education, information and support that centers young people.
trans student educational resources
Trans-related infographic series from Trans Student Educational Resources (TSER), a youth-led organization. Each infographic includes related references, links and discussion. The Gender Unicorn infographic is a visual tool for exploring gender and sexual identity.
health
bridge for youth
When you can’t go home, when you feel shut out, when you just need a break, The Bridge for Youth is a safe and welcoming place that’s open and available whenever you need us—24/7/365.
- Need immediate help? Text 612-400-SAFE, or call 612-377-8800
- https://bridgeforyouth.org/programs/outreach-and-support/
face to face clinic
Mental health support, medical care, pregnancy testing & prenatal care, STI & HIV testing, health education & help with health insurance for youth ages 11-24. All of Face to Face’s programs and staff are LGBTQ+ welcoming and affirming, so you don’t have to worry about being mistreated or judged.
family tree clinic resources
Educational brochures & zines for the trans community on: primary care, insurance & pharmacy, binding & packing, tucking/breastforms & shapewear, hormones, MNsure, crisis resources and more. There’s also a comprehensive list of general resource links.
MN sexual health hotline
Sex-positive, judgment-free health support, operated by Family Tree Clinic. There’s a chat option on the website and additional sexual health resources.
- Call or text 1-800-783-2287
- https://sexualhealthmn.org/
myself myhealth
Created in collaboration with teen and young adult leaders who care about the sexual health of our community, this website helps sexually active teens and young adults find the help they need at a clinic that’s right for them. Links to safe, confidential and nonjudgmental clinics in the greater TC metro area.
reclaim
Individual, relationship and family therapy for queer and trans youth ages 12-25. They specialize in gender identity and sexual orientation exploration, and also treat other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression and pervasive trauma.
youth health connect
Interactive map to find youth-friendly services near you, including: health, pharmacy, dental, vision, harm reduction and mental health in addition to shelter/housing resources. (you can filter your search for LGBTQ+ friendly resources.)
intersex
dsd teens
Learn about growing up and differences of sex development (DSD) (also commonly called disorders of sex development or intersex variations). Our site was made by and for young people with DSD. We have teamed up with expert doctors from around the world to give you up to date information on DSD, puberty, growing up, and your life.
interACT
Everyone deserves bodily autonomy. That’s why interACT works to empower intersex youth and advance the rights of all people with innate variations in their physical sex characteristics through advocacy, public engagement and community connection.
shelter/housing
avenues for youth
Avenues programs provide safe shelter and housing options for youth, as well as holistic supports to meet a youth’s mental, physical, and life-long goals. For youth in Minnesota who are 16-24 years old, and their children, who are experiencing homelessness.
bridge for youth
Resource for youth experiencing crisis or homelessness looking for where to go next. Emergency shelter options, supportive housing options, and crisis line (call 612-377-8800 or text 612-400-7233)
homeless youth handbook
Homeless youth handbook for LGBTQ+ youth. Resources in the “Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ)” chapter include: shelters, addiction treatment, hiring rights, military service, medical treatment, foster care rights, sexual assault, bullying/emotional abuse and hate crimes, marriage and scholarships.
safezone
Drop-in day center for youth ages 14-24. Services include: basic needs, one-on-one support with a case manager, housing assistance, education & employment assistance, youth justice support, medical and mental health support.
youth services network MN
Comprehensive resource directory includes: shelters, basic needs drop-in centers, health & wellness, food, mental/emotional health, resource hotlines, education, pregnant & parenting youth, employment. (site not specifically for LGBTQ+ youth)
