Connection. Community. Belonging — at every stage of life.
Stonewall Columbus Trailblazers is a program for LGBTQ+ community members and allies ages 55 and older. Trailblazers creates welcoming space for older adults to connect, learn, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships rooted in lived experience, resilience, and joy.
Trailblazers began with a generous gift from The Legacy Fund more than 15 years ago. Today, as one of Stonewall’s longest-running programs,roughly 20% of The Center’s visitors participate in Trailblazers.
What is Trailblazers?
Trailblazers is about showing up—together. Through social gatherings, educational programs, cultural experiences, and opportunities for conversation, Trailblazers offers space for LGBTQ+ older adults to engage with one another in ways that feel affirming, relaxed, and accessible. Whether you’re newly retired, still working, newly out, or deeply rooted in community, Trailblazers welcomes you as you are.
Programs are designed to reduce isolation, strengthen social bonds, and celebrate the richness of LGBTQ+ life across decades.
What to expect
Trailblazers programming may include:
- Social gatherings and happy hours
- Educational talks and facilitated discussions
- Arts, culture, and history-focused programs
- Wellness and enrichment activities
- Intergenerational conversations and community events
- Special spaces at Pride for Trailblazers
All Trailblazers programs are optional, informal, and designed with accessibility and comfort in mind.
Who Trailblazers is for
Trailblazers is open to LGBTQ+ people and allies ages 55+. You do not need to be a long-time community member to participate—many Trailblazers are joining Stonewall programs for the first time.
If you’re looking for connection, conversation, and community in a welcoming LGBTQ+-affirming space, Trailblazers may be for you.
Where we gather
Trailblazers programs take place at the Stonewall Columbus Community Center and at partner locations throughout Central Ohio. The Center serves as a trusted third space—welcoming, affirming, and accessible—where community can gather and belong.
Stay connected
- Stonewall Columbus events calendar
- Trailblazers newsletters and email updates
- Stonewall Columbus social media: Facebook
Digital Learning Series
LEARN ABOUT OUR TRAILBLAZERS DIGITAL LEARNING SERIES!
We’re working toward scheduling more classes!
Upcoming Trailblazer Events
Events
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Support Trailblazers
Want to strengthen the programs that keep LGBTQ+ older adults connected? Learn about sustaining donor membership and benefits:
Explore Stonewall Columbus membership!
Want Trailblazers updates? Join the 55+ mailing list and get invitations, reminders, and program highlights.
Sign up for Trailblazers News ?
Prefer email or phone? Contact info@stonewallcolumbus.org or call 614-299-7764.
