Lower Columbia Q Center

The Lower Columbia Q Center is a comprehensive 501(c)(3) non-profit resource center serving the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies throughout the lower Columbia region of Oregon and Washington. Based in Astoria, OR, the organization has been providing essential support services since 2015, offering a wide range of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of LGBTQ+ individuals and their communities. The center provides multiple support services including peer-support groups, community partner support groups, and educational workshops tailored to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Beyond traditional counseling and community building, the Lower Columbia Q Center offers practical assistance through free gender-affirming clothing, hygiene products, and personal health items. The organization also provides gender-affirming financial support, including scholarships for youth and adults, as well as emergency financial aid. Educational opportunities are a cornerstone of their mission, with monthly community workshops, organizational training, book clubs, and family storytime events. The center maintains strong partnerships with local healthcare and social service organizations, including Columbia Memorial Hospital, OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative, Clatsop Behavioral Health, and Clatsop Public Health, enabling comprehensive advocacy and resource coordination. Operating with office hours Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Lower Columbia Q Center creates a safe, welcoming physical space for community members to connect, receive support, and access vital resources. The organization also hosts the annual Astoria Pride Festival, a major community celebration that reinforces their commitment to visibility and inclusion in the Astoria area.