When you die, who do you want taking care of you? It’s not something anyone wants to think about, but as Queer people, especially in the current climate, it is a consideration that we don’t have the luxury to ignore.
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The Seattle T4T Clothing Swap hosts regular events where Trans people can come and "shop" for all the gender-affirming clothes, shoes, accessories, and other things that their heart desires — all for free, powered by a community donation.
Few can claim the same level of talent and skill as Jonathan Mathews, a local interior designer, a leader in event design and planning, and a producer of high-quality events with culinary delights and crafted spirits.
Red Panda Muay Thai martial arts school, which first opened its doors in August of 2024, is dedicated to teaching the art of Muay Thai, with a focus on serving the expansive Queer and Trans community.
The inaugural Seattle Trans Underground Film Festival (STUFF), by and for Trans people, is planned for October 17–19 at the Northwest Film Forum.
Our designs also serve as a medium for healing and transformation, turning our experiences of growing up in poverty into a powerful expression of resilience, both personal and collective.
When someone vandalized our Pride flag and destroyed our garden pots in June of 2024, they probably thought they’d scare us into silence. Instead, they accidentally created “the Gayest house in Raymond.”
The Alliance for Education again gave out almost $100K in awards this year to principals and educators in Seattle Public Schools who are advancing educational justice and racial equity. One of those teachers is Kels Isaacson.
Among those cultivating Queer club scene electricity are local DJs Mixx America and Summersoft, some of many Black and Queer entertainers in the area who have become staples in the community.
At Diversity Alliance of the Puget Sound (DAPS), we don’t march — we mobilize. Our Securing Our Own People (SOOP) teams are already boots on the ground for over 10 events this Pride season, and we’ve fully led health and safety at two.

