Creating a world where LGBTQ+ youth and young adults thrive.
What happens at Encircle?
Encircle homes offer essential mental health services, resources, and tools for LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, and families.
Our weekly groups allow you to tell your story and connect with peers in a safe space facilitated by our community.
Get creative! Make new friends, have a good time, and learn something new!
Open Mon-Fri from 3-8 pm for LGBTQ+ folks ages 12-25 and first-time visitors.
No Sides, Only Love
Who can come
to Encircle?
Youth (Ages 12-17)
LGBTQ+ youth drop by daily to join Friendship Circles and Programs and relax during drop-in hours.
Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
Young adults and friends drop by daily for Friendship Circles, Programs, and drop-in hours. You're welcome to relax, connect, and study.
Parents & Families
We offer programs for parents looking to connect with other families with LGBTQ+ loved ones. Learn more.
Volunteers (Ages 18+)
We couldnโt do what we do without a dedicated and passionate team of volunteers. Learn more about how to get involved at your local Encircle.
Visit a Home Near You
Whether you visit a home in Salt Lake, Provo, St.George, or Heber City, you can find familiarity in the programs at any given time or day, click on the home nearest to you!
LGBTQ+ youth
need your help.
Monthly donations
can save lives.
With your help, we can continue to provide essential services, connections, and support that improves the health and well-being of queer youth.
We create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth to open up and feel comfortable being themselves.
Encircle homes offer essential mental health services, resources, and tools for LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, and families.
Find whatโs right
for you.
Join us for a Friendship Circle, Program or drop in to study, hang out with friends, or simply be in a space where you feel safe and understood.
Visit our Services page to learn more about what we offer and how we can help you.
Make A Difference Right Where You Live
There are various ways to get involved, such as volunteering, requesting a speaker, interning, and engaging with your school.