We advocate for LGBTQ youth so they can seize each day and prepare for the future.
Through youth leadership, SMYAL creates opportunities for LGBTQ youth to build self-confidence, develop critical life skills, and engage their peers and community through service and advocacy.
Youth Services
Need inspiration for your next GSA campaign? On the hunt for scholarships? We’ve got your back.
Learn MoreGiving Back
From volunteering to donations, the opportunities to support LGBTQ youth are endless.
Get Involved With SMYALHousing
LGBTQ youth deserve a place to live, learn, and grow. That’s why our transitional housing program includes mental health services, networking, mentorship, and more.
Learn MoreEmpower LGBTQ Youth to Thrive
With 40% of youth experiencing homelessness identifying as LGBTQ, our mission has never been more clear. From transitional housing to leadership development, SMYAL serves at-risk youth as they overcome the challenges associated with their identity. Our services are made possible by the generous contributions of our community. Help SMYAL continue to make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ youth.
Upcoming Events
June 19, 2019
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6:00 PM
SMYAL for Summer
SMYAL’s Young Donors Committee invites you to join nearly 200 young supporters for a night of aperitifs, art, and activism! In its 7th year, SMYAL for Summer celebrates our community and highlights the achievements of outstanding LGBTQ youth leaders. Join us to honor the recipients of this year’s SMYAL Youth Leadership Awards as well as the winner of the Tagg Magazine Scholarship. With the purchase of your ticket you’ll enjoy an open bar at the IA&A at Hillyer Art Gallery to support SMYAL’s critical work with LGBTQ youth in the DMV area! Our open bar is provided by the generous folks at The Dirty Goose.
IA&A at Hillyer
9 Hillyer Ct NW, Washington, DC 20008
In the News
We want to say thank you to the Crop Tops kickball team, who presented SMYAL with a check for $7,000 at SMYAL for Summer!
Their support allows us to continue providing critical leadership opportunities and scholarships through programs like the Youth Leadership Awards.
Thank you to the SMYAL Young Donors Committee for such a wonderful evening! We presented the Youth Leadership Awards to six incredible young activists and raised $13,802 in critical funds in support of LGBTQ youth.
Shout out to David Claypool of Kalorama Photography for the photos!
Thinking about what to get for lunch? Why not a delicious burrito from Chipotle Mexican Grill?
When you eat at any Washington, DC Metro area Chipotle today 33% of the proceeds from your order will be donated to SMYAL!
Show this post or tell the cashier you’re supporting SMYAL for your order to be counted!
Good food and a good cause? What could be better?
Interested in the work @SMYALDMV is doing to empower #LGBTQ youth in DC?
Learn more about SMYAL's programming from our Board Member, Eireann Dolan, and her husband, Washington Nationals pitcher Sean Doolittle!
Thanks to our partners TD and NBC Washington for helping bring this message to life!
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TD BANK - 2019 SMYAL - DOOLITTLE DOLAN 30 - v4G
This is "TD BANK - 2019 SMYAL - DOOLITTLE DOLAN 30 - v4G" by NBC4 Washington on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.SMYAL for Summer is tomorrow!
The event of the season welcomes over 200 young supporters to celebrate together and raise critical funds to support LGBTQ youth.
We'll be announcing the six recipients of this year's Youth Leadership Awards as well as the winner of the Tagg Magazine scholarship.
Have YOU gotten your tickets yet?
bit.ly/SMYAL4Summer19
