Our Richmond Youth Center

The Side by Side Richmond Youth Center hosts several additional services for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults in our programs including:

Drop-In Hours:

The Steven Midgett Memorial Library

Thanks to the generosity of our community and Steven’s family, Side by Side hosts a wonderful library of LGBTQ+ books and books by LGBTQ+ authors at our Richmond Youth Center. These are available for check-out to anyone in our community. We currently are accepting book donations to our library and appreciate your support! Please connect with a staff member for details or contact us at info@sidebysideva.org.

The Queer Care Closet

Sponsored by:

The Queer Care Closet is a welcoming space dedicated to supporting queer youth and young adults. We provide essential toiletries, hygiene products, and other independent living items, all at no cost. From shampoo and lotion to blankets and hand warmers, our closet is stocked with invaluable resources to help you thrive.

Join us during our drop-in hours, Monday to Thursday from 4 PM to 6 PM, to pick up what you need. For those unable to visit during these times, we encourage you to reach out at info@sidebysideva.org to schedule a convenient time. Everyone deserves access to care and support, and the Queer Care Closet is here for you!

Lockers

Lockers are available to any youth or young adult in our programs to store important documents, clothing, or other items they need to secure. To use a locker, please connect with any Side by Side staff.

Programs & Services

We love celebrating our community together and providing support for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults to truly be themselves.