Named in honor of a resilient Detroit icon, Ruth Ellis Center works to create a supportive environment and community for LGBTQ+ young people.

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Working to create a supportive environment and community for LGBTQ+ young people.

Our mission is to create opportunities with LGBTQ+ young people to build their vision for a positive future.

Our vision is a world where LGBTQ+ young people are safe and supported no matter where they go.

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Thank You for Making VOICES: 25th Anniversary Gala a Success!

We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us for the VOICES 25th Anniversary Gala. Your presence and support helped us celebrate 25 years of serving LGBTQ+ youth and working toward a future where every young person can thrive. Together, we raised critical funds to continue providing housing, healthcare, and support to the most vulnerable in our community.

We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you. As Ruth Ellis once said, “The only way we can get any place is by being together.” Thank you for standing with us as we continue this journey together.

Stay tuned for upcoming events and ways to stay involved with Ruth Ellis Center!

In the meantime, learn more about our Legacy Sponsor, HAP and HAP CareSource!

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✨ The Choice is Yours✨ We have a choice to make this year! Michigan continues to work to improve LGBTQ+ lives. All of these changes happened directly because of your vote. Make a plan to vote on or before Nov. 5th!

Commemorating the End of Hispanic Heritage Month with Two Trailblazing Advocates As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we want to take a moment to honor two incredible leaders: Raul Hernandez Guzman (he/him), Chair of Michigan's LGBTQ+ Commission, and @gabysantiagoromero (she/her), Detroit City Council Member for District 6. Both Raul and Gabriela are not only proud members of the LGBTQ+ community but are also fierce advocates for equality, justice, and inclusion. Their dedication to creating positive change in our communities is ever-present, and they inspire us all with their leadership, compassion, and resilience. Beautiful inside and out, they continue to shine a light on the intersectionality of Hispanic and LGBTQ+ identities, reminding us of the strength that comes from embracing our full selves. We are so proud to have the support and partnership of these two incredible advocates as we continue to fight for a better future for all. #HispanicHeritageMonth #LGBTQYouth #RuthEllisCenter #WeAreRuthEllisCenter #SupportLGBTQYouth #LatinxLGBTQ #InclusiveLeadership #YouthEmpowerment #HispanicPride #EqualityForAll #DetroitStrong

Did someone say SILENT AUCTION?! START BIDDING NOW on unique items and experiences curated especially for tonight's Ruth Ellis Center's VOICES 25th Anniversary Gala. CLICK 🔗 in bio to join the fun! #25thAnniversary #WeAreRuthEllisCenter #RuthsLegacy #ColonyClubDetroit #Detroit #HighlandPark #SEMich #Michigan #SouthEastMichigan #RuthEllis #RuthEllisCenter #LGBTQ #REC25 #RuthEllisCenter25 #LGBTQDetroit

VOICES 25th Anniversary Gala is JUST TWO DAYS AWAY! ✨ ✨ BE INSPIRED by an unforgettable evening...create connections...and celebrate 25 years of empowering LGBTQ+ young people! 🌟 STAR-POWERED by guest-host Sandra Bernhard and featuring America's Got Talent semi-finalist Wyn Starks 💝 RARE ITEMS AND UNIQUE EXPERIENCES take center stage in this year's silent auction 🍽️ MULTI-COURSE chef-curated dinner 🍸 PREMIUM beverages 🎟️ Tickets at 🔗 in bio! #25thAnniversary #WeAreRuthEllisCenter #RuthsLegacy #ColonyClubDetroit #Detroit #HighlandPark #SEMich #Michigan #SouthEastMichigan #RuthEllis #RuthEllisCenter #LGBTQ #REC25 #RuthEllisCenter25 #LGBTQDetroit

🎶 Pop star. Soul singer. Genre-blender. That’s Wyn Starks, bringing his stylings to VOICES 25th Anniversary Gala. 🎶 Want to know more about Wyn? He’s an America’s Got Talent semi-finalist. His original hit “Who I Am” is featured on I Am: Celine Dion. Whether you’re a fan or just discovering his music, his story is unforgettable, inspiring, and uplifting. 🌈🎤 Join us: Thursday, September 26, The Colony Club, Detroit. Buy tickets now at the link in bio. #WeAreRuthEllisCenter #VOICES2024 #Detroit #LGBTQ #REC25 #LGBTQDetroit

🌟 STAR POWER! 🌟 Performer, actress, singer, author. Fierce advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. Bold champion for the Ruth Ellis Center. The incredible Sandra Bernhard is hosting this year’s VOICES 25th Anniversary Gala 🎤✨ Hear Sandra use her VOICE to amplify the resilience, strength, and spirit of the young people we support. Join us: Thursday, September 26, The Colony Club, Detroit. Buy tickets now at the link in bio. 📷 Brian Ziegler #WeAreRuthEllisCenter #VOICES2024 #ColonyClubDetroit #Detroit #RuthEllis #LGBTQ #LGBTQDetroit

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