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We offer support groups for allies with LGBTQ+ loved ones, providing a safe and understanding space to share experiences and seek advice, while navigating their loved ones' journeys.
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As a volunteer-driven organization, we're fueled by individuals who share a common vision: An equitable, inclusive world where every LGBTQ+ person is safe, celebrated, empowered, and loved.
What We Do
We offer support groups for allies with LGBTQ+ loved ones, providing a safe and understanding space to share experiences and seek advice, while navigating their loved ones' journeys.
Find a Support GroupOur voices unite to spark change. From educating policymakers to empowering equality advocates, we strive for a world that celebrates LGBTQ+ diversity and champions justice for all.
Take ActionWe offer programs and resources to educate our members, allies, and the broader community on LGBTQ+ issues and experiences, with a particular focus on Northern Colorado.
Explore our ProgramsWe host events to support LGBTQ+ allies and their families. From booths at Pride events to crafting sessions to make “portable hugs” and social gatherings like BBQs, and Friendsgiving.
Upcoming Events
Reggie Johnson
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Reggie’s passion for the LGBTQ+ community comes from having four rainbow connections among her kids and grandkids. She was born in Fort Collins over 6 decades ago and is striving to continue to make PFLAG an integral part of Northern Colorado history. Currently retired, her hobbies include photography, playing the piano, and watching trivia game shows!
Jen Wallen
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Jen serves on the PFLAG board to make a difference for LGBTQ+ loved ones, friends, and community members. She has a degree in Applied Computing from the Women’s College at DU and works for Oracle as a Senior Manager. Hobbies are Yoga, Knitting, and Paddleboarding.
Kurt Peters
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Kurt is a transgender man who has been active in helping the LGBTQ+ community since high school. Being born and raised in Fort Collins, finding something Northern Colorado specific was the goal, with PFLAG being the perfect opportunity. His hobbies include reading, pretty much anything technology, and dabbling in writing.
Michelle LeRoy
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Michelle is the proud mom of a transgender child and has friends and family who are part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. She serves as the Director of Programs out of love for her child and the community. Michelle is an Assistant Professor at CSU and her research is focused on implementing strategies to promote the health of LGBTQ+ youth.
Julie Silver Seidle
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Julie moved to Fort Collins in 2004 from a small town in Kansas. She is a community-engaged occupational therapist and currently works at CSU. As the mom of a transgender son, she understands the importance of having a caring and supportive community. Julie enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, watching documentaries, and putting together puzzles.
Janet Wright
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Janet lives in Fort Collins and is the parent of a transgender daughter. She wants to make sure Colorado remains a safe and inclusive place for LGBTQ+ people and all who love them. Janet spends her spare time knitting, practicing Pilates and cheering on her family in the many adventures they get to share.
Matt Maiberger
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Matt has been involved in nonprofit leadership for over two decades. He and his wife, Amy, have three adult children, one of whom is a transgender male. Matt is the author of Faith in Transition: A Pastor's Journey in Affirming His Transgender Son. His hope is to provide loving support and affirmation for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families.
Stephanie McVicker
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Stephanie has been working at the intersection of marketing and technology for nearly two decades. Serving on the PFLAG board allows her to ensure there are digital spaces of support for the LGBTQ+ community, allies and loved ones. When she's not hanging out with her pup, you'll find her and her husband solving puzzles in escape rooms on and offline.