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The exterior of the distinctive future home of the Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center and Clinic on War Memorial Drive.

State grant brings Peoria gender-affirming care options to the 'next level'

Collin Schopp

A new grant expands the gender-affirming care capabilities of nonprofit organizations across Illinois, including Peoria’s Central Illinois Friends.

Central Illinois Friends Director of Clinical Services Becca Mathis stands in front of the partially constructed colorful reception desk in the lobby of the future LGBTQ+ Community Center and Clinic on War Memorial Drive.

Local News

$75,000 boost pushes first LGBTQ+ clinic and community center in Greater Peoria closer to the finish line

Collin Schopp

With an additional $75,000 grant approved by the Peoria City Council, Central Illinois Friends is on the way to building a new clinic and community center for Peoria's LGBTQ+ community.

State News

Equality Illinois announces first downstate office

Rachel Otwell

One of the state's largest lobbying groups for the gay and transgender community is setting up its first downstate office. Much of what Equality Illinois…