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LGBTQA BUSINESS DIRECTORY & RESOURCE GUIDE 2015 - 2016 SWFL Rainbow Pages

TABLE OF CONTENTS/BUSINESS DIRECTORY A Note from the Publisher...................................................... 3 BeProudSWFL.com’s Advocates of the Year................. 4 Community Picnic...................................................................... 8 Get Network Foundation......................................................10 RESOURCE GUIDE BeProudSWFL.com.................................................................11 Cape Coral Rainbow Link....................................................11 Flamingo Auto Group Gulf Coast.....................................11 Florida Gulf Coast University Gay Straight Alliance....12 Florida Southwestern State College Gay Straight Alliance.......................................................................................12 Gay Social Network of Southwest Florida....................12 PFLAG Fort Myers...................................................................12 PGLAG Naples/Collier County.........................................14 Pride SWFL.................................................................................14 United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades & Okeechobee Counties.....................................................................................14 Visuality........................................................................................14

ACCOUNTING/BANKING/FINANCIAL Alliance Financial....................................................................... 5 Fifth Third Bank.......................................................................... 2 Leslea Ellis Accounting..........................................................13 BEVERAGES Miller Lite.....................................................................................17 CAR RENTAL Enterprise Holding Inc............................................................. 6 COUNSELING IBOS Counseling Center......................................................17 DENTAL Deborah Ruddell DDS, PA...................................................BC HEALTHCARE/CLINIC Urgent Care Center of SW FL............................................15 HOTEL/RESORT Westin Cape Coral Resort...................................................17 JEWELRY Diamonds by Dianne..............................................................13 LANDSCAPING Florida Green Team................................................................15

Fifth Third Bank proudly supports the LGBTQA community.

LEGAL Henderson Franklin ................................................................15 McQuagge & King Law Firm................................................. 6 REAL ESTATE ReMax/Trend............................................................................... 7 BeProudSWFL.com.................................................................19 Rainbow Pages.Directory.....................................................19

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A NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER It’s Time to Come Together Although I enjoy putting this publication together each year, it’s almost a shame that it’s needed. I have had friends who have had bad experiences at businesses just because they are gay. There were stories from across the nation of businesses turning away LGBT customers after changes in state laws. An Indiana business even thought it was OK to put up a sign saying they wouldn’t serve certain customers.

When same sex marriage was passed, many businesses associated with wedding planning didn’t want to work with gay couples. They considered it an improper marriage. A clerk in one state was jailed because she refused to issue marriage licenses to same sex couples.

All sorts of discrimination still exist in our country. It even seems like we find ways to create more discrimination. A woman in Charlotte County feels “traditional” couples are now being discriminated against because her marriage license says “spouse” rather than “husband” and “wife.”

As a society, it seems we must always have some minority to pick on. We really enjoy picking on people who are “different.” It happens worldwide and it’s happened probably since the beginning of time.

Whites discriminated against blacks, Native Americans were displaced from their homes to make room for a new country, Nazis hated Jews (and basically anyone else who wasn’t like them), men discriminated against women, women couldn’t vote. The list goes on and on. Some of that same horrible treatment of individuals happens today.

I hate to sound like a beauty queen contestant but can’t we just have world peace? Why can’t everyone just get along? We are all human. People are people no matter their race, gender, ethnicity, skin color, age, religion or nationality.

This directory and resource guide celebrates the many great people and businesses in Southwest Florida who do want equality for all. They support the LGBT community and their business doors are open to everyone. These are the types of businesses and people the LGBT community should support in return.

If we all work to improve ourselves and encourage more acceptance of different ideas and lifestyles, then maybe there will be a time when every business and every organization welcomes every individual.

If we just saw people instead of labels, it might be possible.

Enjoy the publication and let me know what other businesses and organizations should be included. You can email me at michelle@mlh-cc.com.

Sincerely,

Michelle Hudson

Michelle Hudson, Publisher

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BEPROUDSWFL.COM’S ADVOCATES OF THE YEAR Three people were recognized for their work in the LGBT community during the BeProudSWFL.com Community Picnic in August at Lakes Regional Park in south Fort Myers.

planned social events and field trips to local nonprofit LGBTQ organizations; and worked closely with C.A.R.E.S suicide prevention founder to raise awareness.

About 150 people attended the event, also sponsored by the Rainbow Pages business and resource guide.

The family event included food, Bubble Soccer, volleyball and other activities.

She was a co-founder of the Pride Center of SWFL and a board member of Pride SWFL, helping plan last year’s Pride event. At her work, she has planned fundraisers for EARS Animal Rescue, organized the first community bake sale in Port Charlotte for Cookies for Kids’ Cancer and organized volunteer trips for Relay For Life and the Special Olympics.

BeProudSWFL.com awarded Advocates of the Year in three categories. The winners were: Youth Advocate of the Year: Emarie Wakefield The 9-year-old uses her voice to speak out about equality for all and anything she considers to be an injustice. She does so through a blog Emmie Out Loud you can find on beproudswfl.com, videos and social media.

She volunteers at United Way and planned a diaper drive for Our Mother’s Home. Emmie is the kind of person who you will find talking to the shy child in the corner, the kids being bullied and she’ll let the bullies know what they are doing is wrong.

Collegiate Advocate of the Year: Nicole Lamorte Nicole has proven to be a leader for many great causes in our community. She is president of the GSA of Edison State College 2014-2105. She has created a safe, fun, educational space for LGBTQ students. She organized club meetings and community involvement;

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Advocate of the Year: Katherine Lowry Katherine is someone who has worked tirelessly behind the scenes to help the transgender community.

She organized transgender support groups for youth and adults. Support groups are available for the transgender individual as well as their family and significant others. She is founder of the GET Network Foundation – The Gender Equality Trust Network Foundation.

She recently held workshops featuring key medical professionals serving the transgender community and she’s arranged guest speakers to assist with resume writing and interview skills for employment opportunities. It is a pleasure to honor Katherine Lowry for all the work she has done to help so many.

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PRIDE FAMILY DISCOUNT Jaime Schneider, Celebrating over $665 million in sales!

LGTBQ friends

I am offering you a substantial “family” discount when you either purchase a home or sell a home with me as your real estate broker.

As an example, if you are purchasing a home for $200,000, you will receive a credit to your closing costs of

$2,500.00!*

*Must use the lender and title companies who will contribute with Jaime to your credit!

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CREDIT EXAMPLES: $100,000 = $1,500.00 $150,000 = $1,930.00 $250,000 = $2,800.00 $300,000 = $3,160.00 $350,000 = $3,530.00 $450,000 = $4,240.00 $600,000 = $5,320.00 $750,000 = $6,400.00

If your property is currently listed with another broker, this is not a solicitation of that listing.

You may not find me in the bars on a regular basis…

I may not be the prettiest broker out there…

But I know what I’m doing and I do appreciate your support!

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Community Picnic BeProudSWFL.com sponsored a Community Picnic in August  at Lakes Regional Park in south Fort Myers. About 150 people attended the picnic that celebrated the same sex marriage ruling and other victories for the LGBT community this year. It was also a reminder that there is still much work to be done.

The event featured volleyball, Bubble Soccer and other games. Three Advocates of the Year awards were handed out as well.

BeProudSWFL.com is a website that launched earlier this year and provides news and information about the LGBT community in Southwest Florida. Visit BeProudSWFL.com for more information.

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A new organization formed in 2015 to serve the transgender community. The GET Network Foundation, which stands for Gender Equality Trust, was formed to provide support and education for transgender individuals and their family members.

The GET Network Trust Foundation was established to empower, inspire, and facilitate trust and equality for everyone regardless of gender assigned at birth.

The organization provides support groups for adults, teens and children. The support groups usually meet the first Saturday of the month at St. John the Apostle, 3049 McGregor Boulevard.

Visit the website at get-it.network to find out the days and times.

The GET Network also provides workshops and presentations from doctors and other professionals. About 50 people attended a special lecture by two prestigious doctors in July at St. John the Apostle Church.

To learn more about the organization, visit the website at get-it.network, email info@get-it.network and like their Facebook page.

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BEPROUDSWFL.COM Phone: 239-234-2420 Email: info@beproudswfl.com Website: BeProudSWFL.com This website provides news, information and resources for the LGBT community in Southwest Florida. The site launched in 2015 and is continuing to grow. It offers job listings, events, details about clubs, organizations and other resources. If you have information you would like included, email info@beproudswfl.com.

CAPE CORAL RAINBOW LINK Social Group for Lesbian women of all cultural backgrounds, in the Cape Coral/Ft. Myers/ Naples area. This is a community of women who come together in friendship to socialize and enjoy various activities in and around SW Florida.

For more information, visit their meetup page: http://www.meetup.com/Cape-Coral-RainbowLink

FLAMINGO AUTO GROUP GULF COAST Mailing address: 3004 34th Street SW, Lehigh Acres, FL 33976 Phone: 239.368.8245 Email: hirsuterence@yahoo.com Website: flamingoautogroupgulfcoast.webs.com The nonprofit organization is a 501c3 Description: We are an organized local group that all members share a common interest with the same love affair with their Car or Vehicle. All years of make/model/condition are welcome to join Flamingo Auto Group Gulf Coast chapter of Lambda Car Club International.

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ORGANIZATION PROFILES FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCE The FGCU Gay Straight Alliance is a network of individuals who meet weekly in order to promote activism, awareness, diversity, and most importantly…

Fun! The primary purpose of this organization is to raise social awareness and bring together all people of Florida Gulf Coast University, and the surrounding community. It will be a safe forum for discussion for all those who are heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, and trans-gender.

For more information, visit their Facebook page.

FLORIDA SOUTHWESTERN STATE COLLEGE GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCE To spread the word against defamation on campus. To create a safe zone for the LGBT community and their allies.

For more information, you can email the advisor at temmett@bucs.fsw.edu Check out their Facebook page at: facebook.com/FSWGSA

GAY SOCIAL NETWORK OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Website: gaysocialnetwork.com Since 1994 The Gay Social Network has provided SW Florida’s gays and lesbians with a neighborly outlet for making friends and socializing. Our activities include: monthly socials, often at private clubhouses; weekly cocktail hour at local establishments; dining at the area’s fine restaurants; and bowling for our sports’ fans.

PFLAG FORT MYERS Email: pflagfortmyers@aol.com website: pflagftmyers.com Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Inc. Made up of parents, families, friends, and straight allies united with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT), PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and societal acceptance of LGBT people through its threefold mission of support, education and advocacy.

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ORGANIZATION PROFILES PFLAG NAPLES/COLLIER COUNTY Phone: 239.963.4670 Email info@pflagnaples.org Website www.pflagnaples.org Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Inc. Made up of parents, families, friends, and straight allies united with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT), PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and societal acceptance of LGBT people through its threefold mission of support, education and advocacy.

PRIDE SWFL Website: prideswfl.org.

The organization plans the annual Pride Fest in October each year. The mission of Pride SWFL is to provide the citizenry of Southwest Florida with a positive image of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people and to create functions and events throughout the year promoting educational, civic, and cultural activities that further this goal and enrich the lives of our members and the entire Southwest Florida community.

UNITED WAY OF LEE, HENDRY, GLADES AND OKEECHOBEE COUNTIES Website: unitedwaylee.org The United Way is a partnership of nearly 100 agencies providing services for the community. If you need any assistance and you don’t know where to turn, United Way can help put you in contact with the right resources.

VISUALITY Website: visualityflorida.org This organization provides Community Support, Education and Social Center for GLBT+ Youth.

For more information, see their website or Facebook page.

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Alliance Financial Group

14021 Metropolis Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33912 239.561.2900

Deborah Ruddell DDS, PA

49 Barkley Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33907 239.936.8616 | ruddelldental.com

Diamonds by Dianne

2323 Del Prado Blvd., Suite 11A, Cape Coral, FL 239.772.2320 | diamondsbydianne.com

Enterprise Holding Inc.

800.rent-a-car | enterprise.com

Fifth Third Bank

2911 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, FL 34103 239.261.5826 | 53.com

Florida Green Team

2213 Andrea Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912 239.432.1500 | flgreenteam.com

Flower Spot

4600 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33901 239.277.9799

Gathering Place, The

8359 Beacon Blvd., #630, Fort Myers, FL 33907 239.425.2626

Henderson Franklin

1715 Monroe St, Fort Myers, FL 33901 239.344.1100 | henlaw.com

Interfaith Expressions

Rev. Melissa Hill Greenbaum InterfaithExpressions@gmail.com | interfaith-expressions.com

Leslea Ellis Accounting

6326 Presidential Ct #2, Fort Myers, FL 33919 239.690.6500 | lesleaellis.com

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THE WESTIN CAPE CORAL RESORT AT MARINA VILLAGE 5951 Silver King Boulevard ·∙ Cape Coral, FL 33914 ·∙ 239-­‐541-­‐5000

• 24-Hour WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio • New Balance Gear Lending • Three Outdoor Pools • Westin Kids Club® • The Esterra Spa & Salon

• The Promenade • M92 Lounge • Clubhouse Shops • Amphitheater • Tarpon Point • Tennis Courts Marina • Bicycle Rentals • Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & • Nature Trail • Kayak Rentals Bistro • And many more!

• The Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grille

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY McGregor Clinic

3487 Broadway Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33901 239.334.9555 | mcgregorclinic.org

McQuagge & King Law Firm

12800 University Dr. #530, Fort Myers, FL 33907 239.334.4455 | mcquaggelaw.com

Miller Lite Oasis, The

2260 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Downtown Fort Myers, FL 33901 239.334.1566 | oasisatfortmyers.com

Papa Murphy’s - Daniels Parkway

6900 Daniels Pkwy #3, Fort Myers, FL 33912 239.768.2600 | fl.fortmyers.papamurphys.com

Specialists in Reproductive Medicine

12611 World Plaza Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33907 239.275.8118 | dreamababy.com

ReMax/Trend

1715 Cape Coral Parkway, Unit 4, Cape Coral, FL 33914 239.800.3449 | Homesinthesunshine.com

Tropical Cling Decor

Fleamasters Fleamarket, Orange 82-84-86, Fort Myers, FL 33916 239.994.1413 | clingons69@centurylink.net

Unitarian Universalist Church of Fort Myers 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912 239.561.2700 | uucfm.org

Urgent Care of Southwest Florida 10201 Arcos Ave #105, Estero, FL 33928 239.333-2273 | urgentcareswfl.com

1708 Cape Coral Pwky. W., Suite 2, Cape Coral, FL 33914 239.333.3333 | urgentcareswfl.com

Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village 5951 Silver King Blvd., Cape Coral, FL 33914 239.541.5000 | westincapecoral.com

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News from around the country Local news Calendar of events BeProudSWFL.com Community Picnic 2015

Photo galleries Resources available in SWFL Job lis>ngs Blogs

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If you know of a business or organiza1on that should be included in the Rainbow Pages, Email info@beproudswfl.com or call 239-­‐234-­‐2420.

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