Here for You
As the classic slogan suggests…We Are Everywhere – even in Monroe, MI. Our goal is to support the local LGBTQ+ Community and our allies of all shapes, sizes and colors. Learn how you can connect with people at our events…
Annual Halloween Party
LGBTQ+ and Allies come together for a spooky good cause
Day: Saturday Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 6-10 PM (doors open at 5:30)
Cost: starts at $25
Location: Rockwood Community Center
Address: 32001 Fort Rd, Rockwood, MI 48173, USA
Step into a world where spooky meets fabulous at Embrace Monroe’s LGBTQ 21+ Halloween Costume Party—a night of bold beats, fierce looks, and community magic.
Coffee Meet Up
Coffee Shop Meet-ups: Wed. July 9th, 2025 from 3 PM-? and Sat. July 26th from 6-8 PM @ River Raisin Trading Post in Monroe
LGBTQ+ friends and allies are welcome to visit in either meet-up! While you don’t have to buy anything to participate it’s great to support the folks who support us if you can. Meet ups are usually it’s about an hour or two depending on turn out. So that’s why we suggest coming at the start time to grab some yummy treats and drinks.
Check out our FACEBOOK Page Events Section for info!
LGBTQIA+ SUPPORT GROUP
The SECOND MONDAY from 6 – 9 PM
Visit The Conservatory at 21 West First St. Monroe, MI 48161. LGBTQ+ residents and allies are welcome to get together to discuss life and build a sense of community in Monroe County. NO RSVP is needed. Just stop out and join the fun.
Check out our FACEBOOK Page Events Section for info or last minute cancellations!
DATES FOR 2025
- JAN 13
- FEB 10
- MARCH 10
- APRIL 14
- MAY 12
- JUNE 9
- JULY 14
- AUG 11
- SEPT 8
- OCT 13
- NOV 10
- DEC 8
What’s Life Without Art?!
The THIRD WEDNESDAY from 6 – 9 PM
Green Witch Gardens (Formerly Flower Garden on M-50), 8930 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI 48161
Bring your media and supplies of choice and get creative. This art club is for LGBT+ and allies to have a fun evening together. Art is great therapy so make something one of a kind and feel better doing it!
Check out our FACEBOOK Page Events Section for more info or last minute cancellations!
DATES FOR 2025
- JAN 15
- FEB 19
- MARCH 19
- APRIL 16
- MAY 21
- JUNE 19
- JULY 16
- AUG 20
- SEPT 17
- OCT 15
- NOV 19
- DEC 17
Annual Friendsgiving Event
LGBTQ+ and Allies come together to break break with chosen family at this event for all ages!
Day: Saturday November 22, 2025
Time: 5-8 PM (doors open at 5:00)
Cost: starts at $25
Location: Quality Inn
Address: 1225 N. Dixie Hwy, Monroe, MI 48162
Join us for a heartwarming evening of community, food, and love at this annual fundraiser built around family of all ages!
🍂 What to Expect 💖
🥘 Buffet holiday meal (with a vegan & gluten-free option)
🎨 DIY gratitude art wall
📸 Photo booth with props and flair
🎟️ Fundraising Raffles (silent auction baskets, head & tails, 50/50 etc.)
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Events
Check out what monthly events are taking place and come be a part of it. LGBTQ+ people are welcome as well as allies who love us.
Resources
You don’t have to do it on your own. If you’re In need of help simply reach out to any of the organizations listed on our resources page.
News
Come check out what’s new at Embrace Monroe. Here you’ll find information about special events, fundraisers and overall information
About Embrace Monroe
This 501(c)(3) was founding to foster greater awareness to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities in Monroe, MI and the surrounding areas.
Our four pillars to achieve this goal are social, support, events and visibility. This group wants more than just acceptance or tolerance. It wants to be embraced by the local community.
Embrace Donation Funds
Below you’ll find a number of funds that are used to do the things we do at Embrace Monroe. The reason for all of these funds is we want to build community here in Monroe so please consider donating to our General Fund or any of the causes below that might be near and dear to YOUR heart.
FYI: When donating it asks about tipping Givebutter, our donation software. We hope you’ll support them since they pass those savings to us by charging a lower rate. But giving isn’t mandatory. During the checkout, just click the down arrow and pick ‘other” . Type 0 (zero) as the amount and you’ll skip the Givebutter tip.
Four Main Focuses
Social
Getting Together
While spreading the word about a worthwhile cause is important, it’s also important to have fun too! You have the chance to get together with like-minded people with the same goals and enjoy yourself.
Support
Being There
Family is important — Not just the ones we’re born into but also the ones we make. Be a part of something that’s local and making a difference in our community for all our citizens.
Events
Enacting Change
Since 2020 Embrace has hosted Monroe’s Pride Event but that’s not all we do. There are lots of other fun activities we host. Plus, if you’re a business, we’re always seeking donations for our events throughout the year.
Visibility
Being Seen
While it is true that “We’re here; we’re queer, get used to it,” is true, it’s important to engage with the community at large to foster relationships and greater understanding.