www.nla-cfl.org

A truly pansexual Leather community made up of people from all sexes, races, religions, social strata, lifestyle choice, sexual identity, sexual preference, kink, fetish, as well as their identity as to role in their given lifestyle.  As seasoned Leather Folk, they recognize the vulnerability of our choices in light of religious, political and social pressures and seek to enlighten, educate and network for purposes of strength, mutual protection and the improvement of their enjoyment of their personal choices.

www.tampabayleathertribe.org

An organization to support, educate and inform the community about the leather lifestyle.

www.outadvocacy.org

Florida Together is a federation of local lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and allied organizations dedicated to achieving equality and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Floridians. By connecting and empowering local organizations throughout the state to share resources, skills and knowledge, we aim to forge our statewide strength to achieve common goals.

www.cflbol.com

Boy Krik is a proud member of the Central Florida Boys of Leather.  The Central Florida Boys of Leather organization is designed to offer a fun, safe, educational haven for all leather ‘boys’ to support each other and their Leather community and community at large.

www.myqmunity.com

The place to find out about events, organizations and businesses for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities throughout Tampa Bay!  Completely designed with you in mind.  You’ll find out where to go and what to do to, with others or on your own.  Make myQmunity.com your source for LGBT information.

www.cancer.org

www.standupflorida.org

A non-partisan activist group fighting for GLBT issues in Florida and nationwide. Working with other groups and supporting common causes in the GLBT community.  Fight for GLBT / human rights issues.  March in Tallahassee, Washington DC, or local cities throughout the U.S. if needed.  Organize monthly activities to grow active involvement in the GLBT community.  Work with other groups providing a united front in voicing our issues.

www.blind411.org

With more than 50,000 members, the National Federation of the Blind is the largest and most influential membership organization of blind people in the United States.  The NFB improves blind people’s lives through advocacy, education, research, technology, and programs encouraging independence and self-confidence.  It is the leading force in the blindness field today and the voice of the nation’s blind.

www.outingsandadventures.com

Outings and Adventures is a unique social alternative encouraging camaraderie and affirming off-line interaction…try getting that from the bars and free on-line hook up sites. Outings and Adventures’s full-time event planners meticulously sweat the details and negotiate the best deals so all you do is show up! Each event is geared toward varying skill levels, just have an interest in the activity and know you will meet other gay men, single and coupled, sharing the same interest as well.

www.myspace.com/bmadtampabay

www.bmadtampabay.org

B.M.A.D. is a program at T.H.A.P. (Tampa Hillsborough Action Plan) for men of color who have sexual and/or loving relationship with other men. We are funded through the CDC (Centers For Disease and Control Prevention). The group encourages people to come out and spend time with others to discuss issues and talk about different topics in a nice social gathering outside of the routine.  Their goal is to help to educate others to make better choices and to provide fun social gatherings where people can meet new people and make new friends other than just at the club, online or at parties.  B.M.A.D. offers FREE & CONFIDENTIAL HIV, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and pregnancy testing.

www.gaykeywestfl.com

Find information on fabulous gay-friendly Key West: how to get there; where to stay; what to do on the land or on the water; delicious dining and eclectic shopping options; famous events and renowned nightlife. Find a luxury hotel, intimate inn or relaxed guesthouse whether you are looking for exclusively gay, lesbian, or all-welcome accommodations.

www.tbbg.org

The Tampa Bay Business Guild is the Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, serving both sides of Tampa Bay.  The Guild hosts various activities including a monthly networking dinner meeting, an annual Business Expo, and an annual Directory book.

The Tampa Bay Business Guild began over 20 years ago to provide an environment for business owners and local organizations to build an alternative community based on shared goals, friendship trust. Lively meetings often include music from local gay choirs, stand up comedy (sometimes even professionals) and announcements from every corner of Tampa Bay.

www.hcglbtadc.org

• Stimulate active interest in political & governmental affairs;
• Strengthen & Further the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party;
• Provide reasonable & on-going financial support to the Caucus;
• Promote participation among Democrats;
• Support & Elect the duly selected nominees of the Democratic Party in national, state & local elections;
• Foster good fellowship among Democrats;
• Encourage voter registration; and
• Advocate issues without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, physical disability, gender identity or sexual orientation
• Foster good will between gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and allied members of the Democratic Party and the community at large;
• Continue to work with other GLBT and like-minded organizations united with a common purpose;    
• Seek individual freedom in the framework of a just society;
• Seek political freedom in the framework of meaningful participation by all citizens

www.hynca.com

Residents, business owners and friends of Historic Ybor City.

The mission of the Historic Ybor Neighborhood Civic Association (HYNCA) is to provide an open forum for residents, property owners, and local businesses to address matters in a strong and unified manner; protect the integrity of Ybor City’s historic designation; preserve and enhance the culture, economy and well-being of the neighborhood; build partnerships with other organizations; and influence local government decisions on issues affecting Ybor City.

www.flsisters.org

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence are a worldwide domination benevolent organization of drag nuns. These Kabuki creatures of habit spread goodwill throughout the world with Orders spanning the globe. Since 1979, the San Francisco Motherhouse has paved the path for our “Ministry of Presence” by enlightening and uplifting serious cultural, political and social awareness. The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence are a 100% volunteer driven not for profit organization, that fundraises and subsidizes many needed charities.

The Tampa Bay Mission of Sisters takes great pride in their alliance with Locks of Love, the American Cancer Society, Winter Pr!de Tampa Bay, St. Pete Pride, Family Values (Covivant Gallery), Ban This!, The Tampa & St Petersburg Metro Centers, and our own outreach program on safeR sex. Please give these worthy aspirants your support as they do their safeR sex outreach and fund-raising for these needy charities. You’ll find links to all of them on our Beneficiaries page.

www.ybor.org

1800 E. 9th Ave.

Visit the Chamber of Commerce Ybor City Visitor Information Center for information to make your stay comfortable. The Chamber shop has unique gifts from Ybor City to bring home to friends and family members.

http://www.tampagov.net/dept_ybor_city_development_corporation/index.asp

The Ybor City Development Corporation (YCDC) is a division of the City of Tampa’s Urban Development Department. YCDC facilitates the development, redevelopment, economic revitalization and general improvement of the Ybor City’s Historic District, its 2 Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs) and surrounding community. YCDC is the City’s primary vehicle for short and long range planning of the District, administers the Community Redevelopment Plans for Ybor CRA 1 and CRA 2 and their respective Tax Increment Funds (TIF), in accordance with Chapter 163, Florida Statutes. It inventories and coordinates infrastructure improvements, manages the District’s clean team (YES Team), manages the District Ambassador Program, coordinates resolution of community problems/issues and serves as the community’s City liaison for municipal services and special events.