PFLAG Sauk Valley

10/09/2026

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10/05/2026

It's time for our annual Dessert Dash Fundraiser! Register for the event at https://forms.gle/sN3X3dZbAHtKjtUG6

5:30 PM - Social Hour with Substantial Bites
6:30 PM - Guest Speaker, José Che-Che Wilson, Director of Civic Engagement at Equality Illinois
7:00 PM - Dessert Auction

$1,500 is needed to meet PFLAG’s annual pledge to Youth Outlook in Sterling, which provides support to LGBTQ+ youth, ages 12 -20, through weekly programming.

PFLAG also awards a minimum of two $500 scholarships each spring to qualifying area high school seniors (LGBTQ+ youth or allies).

Additional funds raised supports students attending the area's LGBTQ+ camp at Stronghold and helps fund area events and programming provided by PFLAG.

10/03/2026

10/01/2026

October 1st marks the start of a new membership year for PFLAG. Although membership is not required to participate in PFLAG events, dues help PFLAG provide services throughout the Sauk Valley area. If you need to renew your membership or if you are interested in becoming a member, please complete the Google Form:
https://forms.gle/3h9vtWENiZmBLJGG8

LGBTQ+ folks, their families, loved ones, and allies are welcome at all PFLAG events regardless of membership status.

This past year PFLAG...

Partnered with Stage Left on their production of Everybody's Favorite Mothers by James Still.

Hosted a “Welcome” reception for parents delivering their children to an area LGBTQ+ camp and provided scholarship funds for LGBTQ+ campers.

Provided outreach through community events such as Pride Fest, Taste of Fiesta, Cinco de Mayo Wellness Festival, Family Night at Petunia Fest, National Night Out, and others.

Hosted a Game Day event with board games, card games, and mobile escape rooms!

Provided college scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth & supported the local Youth Outlook program.

Hosted social events such as a karaoke night, coffee and conversation, and our annual picnic!

Hosted children’s story time at Odell Public Library and Sterling Public Library.

Hosted a February “Read With Love” book chat featuring The American Teenager by Nico Lang.

PFLAG Annual Membership Campaign

09/23/2026

Want to connect with others who have a passion for increasing LGBTQ inclusion and visibility? 🏳️‍🌈 Looking for ways to up your allyship? Just want to hang our for a day with a fun-loving group of people? We have just the opportunity for you! A one-day conference will be held Saturday, October 10 at the NIU Naperville Conference Center. You can attend the event for just $20!!! Even if you attend as a single individual, you won't be alone--PFLAG is one, big, happy, inclusive family! Check out the day's schedule:

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09/20/2026

PFLAG Sauk Valley celebrated its 20th birthday today! 🎉 Rain squashed plans for Kona Ice to serve shaved ice, but great food and conversation brought us joy inside Woodlawn Arts Academy. Board member Haley put together a fabulous slide presentation of photo memories from over the years. A few folks engaged in a highly competitive round of Jenga; others discovered that Jenga pieces brought out their creative side.

09/19/2026

Rain? No problem! Our annual picnic is indoors at Woodlawn Arts Academy! Stop by from 12:30-2:30 tomorrow for food, games, and friendship!

Who can attend? If you’re wondering whether this event is for you, the answer is probably yes! LGBTQ+ individuals, family members and loved ones, friends, allies, and anyone interested in connecting with and supporting our LGBTQ+ community are welcome.

Join us for our upcoming annual picnic! Check your email for details about the special celebratory activities we'll have for our 20th year anniversary, or reach out to us via Facebook!

09/17/2026

Meet the PFLAG Board!
We're excited to introduce one of our newest Board members, Amy Feldman! Welcome to the team! You can meet Amy and the rest of our Board members at the picnic this Sunday from 12:30-2:30pm.

09/16/2026

Meet the PFLAG Board!
Acting as Social Media Manager, Haley keeps our website (https://www.pflagsaukvalley.org/) up to date, and makes a majority of our facebook posts (like this one!). If you ever have news you'd like us to share or photos from a PFLAG event, send them our way! ([email protected])

09/15/2026

Meet the PFLAG Board!
Lots of you know this familiar face! Cat Clarke is a beloved member of the PFLAG board, and is often out advocating for others at local protests and in educational settings.