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🏳️‍🌈 Everyone deserves a place to belong. 🏳️‍⚧️ On National LGBTQ+ Center Awareness Day, we celebrate the spaces that bring our community together through connection, care, and support. At Lost-N-Found Youth, we’re proud to be part of this community, helping LGBTQ+ young people experiencing homelessness find safety, support, and a path toward stability. 💜 To our volunteers, partners, and supporters: thank you for showing up and making this work possible. #LGBTQCentersDay #LostNFoundYouth #LGBTQYouth #YouBelong #CommunitySupport

What a way to kick off Atlanta Pride! 🌈💜💛 Thank you to everyone who joined Lost-n-Found Youth at Colony Square this past weekend. We loved celebrating Pride with our community. Proceeds from select drinks helped support our work providing safety, shelter, and support for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. Thank you for showing up, celebrating loudly, and supporting our mission! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Learn more or give at lnfy.org. #AtlantaPride #LostnFoundYouth #LGBTQYouth #PrideWithPurpose

ONE WEEK LEFT 👀 And the fundraising perks are GOOD. The more you raise for Team LnFY, the more you unlock: 👕 $25 = Team LnFY T-shirt 💦 $250 = Water bottle holder 👜 $500 = Tote bag 🏖️ $1,500 = Beach chair 🛒 $3,000 = Foldable utility wagon How far are you taking it? 👀 There’s still one whole week to get those donations rolling before AIDS Walk Atlanta on September 26. Send the link to the group chat, call your mom, text your friends, post it again… whatever it takes! Every dollar helps support LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness, and every fundraising milestone gets you a little closer to some pretty fun gear. 🏳️‍🌈 Let’s make this last week count. 💪 #TeamLnFY #AIDSWalkAtlanta #LostnFoundYouth

🚨 Urgently Needed! 🚨 Fall is just around the corner, and our youth need your support. As temperatures begin to drop, Lost-n-Found Youth is urgently seeking essential items to help LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness across Atlanta. Right now, we’re especially in need of tents, sleeping bags, jeans and denim, socks, and sweatshirts and hoodies. These everyday essentials can provide warmth, comfort, and a little more security for youth navigating life without a safe place to call home. If you’re able to help, please consider donating one of these much-needed items this fall. Together, we can make sure Atlanta’s youth are prepared for the season ahead.

Okay, but what’s better than finding a thrifted piece that you actually want to take home? 👀 Our friend here knows what he likes, cool furniture, clothes that fit, and those unexpected finds. That’s what makes thrifting at LnFY so fun. You never know what you’ll find, and every purchase helps support LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness in Atlanta. 💛 Come see what you can find. 📍 2585 Chantilly Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30324

Sometimes, asking for help isn’t easy, especially when you’re experiencing homelessness. That’s why Lost-n-Found Youth brings support directly to the streets. Our street outreach team meets LGBTQ+ youth where they are, offering connection, essential resources, and a path toward safety and stability. It’s about showing up, building trust, and letting young people know they don’t have to face this alone. Because every young person deserves to be seen, supported, and reminded that someone is looking out for them. 💜

Last year, our incredible supporter helped rally their community and became one of Lost-n-Found Youth’s top fundraisers at AIDS Walk Atlanta. 💛 We are so grateful for not just him, but all the people who have continued to show up for LnFY. Every donation makes an impact. When friends, family, coworkers, and communities come together, amazing work gets to happen. Thank you all for the support , and this year, we’re inviting you to join the movement. 📅 September 26 📍 Piedmont Park 🌈 AIDS WALK Atlanta Will you walk with us? Support LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness in Atlanta. #AIDSWalkAtlanta #LostnFoundYouth

Everyone deserves a safe place to call home. 💛 LGBTQ+ young adults ages 18–25 are 2.2× more likely to experience homelessness than their non-LGBTQ+ peers. LGBTQ+ youth homelessness is a real issue in Atlanta and communities across the country—and together, we can help create safer, more stable futures for young people. Supporting LGBTQ+ youth, housing stability, and homelessness prevention starts with community. Learn how you can get involved with Lost-n-Found Youth and help provide safe housing, resources, and support to LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness in Atlanta. 🏳️‍🌈 Source: Williams Institute, UCLA School of Law #LostnFoundYouth #YouthHomelessness #AtlantaYouth #YouthHousing #LGBTQCommunity #EndYouthHomelessness

Tonight’s the night! 🌈🍽️ Join LnFY at Kitty Dare for a night out that gives back to LGBTQ+ youth. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and good company while supporting Lost-n-Found Youth—and every dollar spent is matched! 💛 📅 Tonight, August 20 📍 Kitty Dare Come hungry, stay awhile, and help make a difference for Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. Tag your dinner crew and we’ll see you tonight! 🏳️‍🌈 #LostNFoundYouth #KittyDare #NightOutATL #AtlantaEvents #LGBTQYouth SupportLocal GiveBackATL AtlantaCommunity

The South is at the center of the HIV conversation ❤️ The South accounts for more than 52% of new HIV diagnoses in the U.S., despite representing about 38% of the country’s population. For LnFY and LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness, access to healthcare, HIV prevention, testing, and supportive resources can be especially important. This Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, LnFY is raising awareness and helping create a community where young people can access the care, support, and safe spaces they deserve. Because ending HIV in the South starts with making sure every young person has a place to turn. 🏳️‍🌈 #SouthernHIVAIDSAwarenessDay #HIVPrevention #HIVTesting #HIVCare #LGBTQYouth #YouthHomelessness #LostnfoundYouth

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨 Register to walk with Team Lost-n-Found Youth at AIDS Walk Atlanta for a chance to win a $200 Lost-n-Found Thrift Store gift card! 🛍️🌈 Here's how to enter: ✨ Register for AIDS Walk Atlanta before Walk Day (September 26) ✨ Join us at the park on Walk Day ✨ Walk with Team LnFY One lucky participant will receive their $200 gift card at the park during the event! Sign up, show up, and help support LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. 💛

What. A. Night. 💜🔥 From Special guests like @theonlydetox , to our wonderful host @phoenix_atl , and all the Drag queens in between, the AIDS WALK Atlanta Lip Sync Battle was one to remember! @iamcicinicole , took the stage at My Sister’s Room to represent LnFY and she brought the house DOWN. 👏 Thank you to everyone who packed the room, cheered loud, and showed up in support of LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness right here in Atlanta. This is what AIDS Walk Atlanta is all about: community, joy, and showing up for causes that change lives. And we’re not done yet. 👀 When you register for AIDS Walk Atlanta and choose LnFY as your charity, every dollar you raise is matched 100%. That means DOUBLE the impact for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. 💜 Register as an Individual + choose LnFY as your charity 💛 Start a Team + rally your people to fundraise for LnFY Let’s keep the momentum going! Double your impact. Change a life. Sign up 👉 lnfy.org/aidswalk #AIDSWalkAtlanta #LipSyncBattle #MySistersRoom #AtlantaEvents #LGBTQCommunity #EndYouthHomelessness #LostnFoundYouth

Here at Lost N Found Youth we are always going to have PRIDE ❕ This year's theme is LOUDER & PROUDER❕🌈 Atlanta Pride is happening October 9–11, and we’re celebrating love, community, and the freedom to be yourself. Find us at Pride at Colony Square, the Official Kickoff Party, the Piedmont Park festival, and the Pride Parade. Will you be walking with Lost-n-Found Youth in Wave D? 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Every LGBTQ+ young person deserves safety, support, and a place to belong. 💜 Support our mission through the link in our bio #AtlantaPride #LouderAndProuder #LostNFoundYouth #LGBTQYouth

Thrift savings so good, it's spooky! 👻 Stop by Monday, 10/5 for 50% off our entire thrift store and shop with purpose. Proceeds from items sold are used to support street outreach, a youth center, and transitional housing for homeless LGBTQ youth. 📍 2585 Chantilly Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 #FallVibes #AtlantaThrift #LostNFoundYouth

What a day. ❤️ This past Saturday, we came together at Piedmont Park for AIDS Walk Atlanta, walking, remembering, celebrating, and showing up for a future where no one has to face HIV or AIDS alone. We held space for the people and loved ones we’ve lost to AIDS, honored the work that continues in their memory, and celebrated the incredible community that keeps moving this fight forward. With a huge shout out to Kelly Rowland for bringing the house down and ending the walk on a high note! We’re so grateful for everyone who walked with Team Lost-n-Found Youth, cheered us on, donated, volunteered, and helped make this day what it was. And we’re proud to stand alongside the other AIDS Walk Atlanta beneficiaries doing this work across our community. A beautiful day in the park, a whole lot of love, and so much generosity behind us. 💛 Thank you for showing up. We’ll keep showing up, too.

Atlanta, you showed up loud and proud! 🌈 From the cheers along the parade route to the conversations at our festival booth, you filled our weekend with love and community. Thank you to everyone who gave our team a shout, stopped by to learn about our work, asked about volunteering, or simply came over to say hello. We loved meeting new faces and catching up with familiar ones. Your support means so much to our team and the youth we serve. 💛 Until next Pride, Atlanta! 💜

A lot has happened since we first opened the doors to our new emergency housing. 🏡🏳️‍🌈✨ What started as empty spaces is continuing to become something so much bigger: a place where LGBTQ+ youth can rest, build routines, connect with others, and focus on what comes next. Our emergency housing is more than just a place to stay. It’s a foundation for stability, support, and new possibilities. We’re so excited to share this update with you and so grateful to every person who has helped make these spaces possible. 💙 Want to be part of what’s next? Donate, volunteer, or shop the Lost-n-Found Youth Thrift Store. Visit the link in our bio to learn more! #atlanta #atlantalgbtq #lgbtqyouth #youthhomelessness #lostnfoundyouth #nonprofit #communitysupport

Atlanta, a little rain couldn’t dim your Pride! 🌈 You showed up LOUDER and PROUDER , and we couldn’t be more grateful for another incredible Pride Parade❗️ From all of us at Lost-n-Found Youth, a huge THANK YOU to our amazing parade team, walkers, and everyone who supports us not just during Pride and every single day. You make our community brighter❗️💛 Did you spot yourself in the video? 👀Let us know in the comments and tag someone who made the day memorable! #LostnFoundYouth #AtlantaPride #LGBTQYouth

This fall, shop with purpose 🍂 On Monday, 9/7, enjoy 50% off our entire thrift store. Your purchases help support LGBTQ+ youth working toward stability in Atlanta. 📍 2585 Chantilly Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 #FallSavings #SupportLGBTQYouth #LostNFoundYouth

Showing up loud, proud, and full of love. ❤️🌈 Last night, our community packed out @mysistersroom_msr to cheer on the incredible @iamcicinicole, who lip synced her way to 2nd place out of 8 amazing queens at the AIDS Walk Atlanta Lip Sync Battle! A huge thank you to @ahf_aidswalkatlanta5k for bringing this incredible event together, to our fabulous host @phoenix_atl , special guests @theonlydetox and @destinybrooksatl , and everyone who came out to celebrate, support, and raise funds for AIDS Walk Atlanta. We’re grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up for one another. 🏳️‍🌈💛 Were you there? Tag yourself (or a friend) in the comments!

Stop by Monday, 8/3 for 50% off our entire thrift store. Whether you're heading back to school or just refreshing your closet, every purchase supports unhoused LGBTQ+ youth in Atlanta. 📍 2585 Chantilly Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 #BackToSchool #AtlantaThrift #LostNFoundYouth

Season of giving, season of savings 🍂 Join us Monday, 11/2 for 50% off our entire thrift store. Every purchase helps support homeless LGBTQ+ youth in our Atlanta community. 📍 2585 Chantilly Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 #SeasonOfGiving #LostNFoundYouth #AtlantaCommunity #ShopWithPurpose

Our work wouldn’t be possible without the people who show up. 💛 From sorting donations to supporting our youth and helping behind the scenes, we’re so grateful for every volunteer who has given their time, energy, and care to Lost-n-Found Youth. These photos are just a snapshot of the incredible people who have shown up for our community recently. Want to be part of it? There’s always room for more helping hands. 🏳️‍🌈 Whether you’re volunteering with a group, bringing a few friends, or showing up on your own, your time can make a real difference for LGBTQ+ youth in Atlanta. Ready to get involved? Learn more about volunteering with us. 💛 #LostnFoundYouth #VolunteerAtlanta #VolunteerATL #LGBTQYouth #CommunitySupport #AtlantaVolunteers #LGBTQCommunity

Louder, prouder, and full of love 💛🌈 The Atlanta Pride Parade is happening NOW❕ At Lost N Found Youth, our message is simple: every LGBTQ+ young person deserves safety, shelter, and a place to belong. 💜 To our volunteers, partners, and supporters: thank you for showing up and making that message a reality during Pride and all year long. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #AtlantaPride #LouderAndProuder #LostNFoundYouth #LGBTQYouth

Every young person deserves a safe place to land. 💛🏳️‍🌈 Since 2011, Lost-n-Found Youth has been helping LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness find housing, support, and a community that believes in their future. We've made a lasting impact, but the need continues. Every donation, volunteer, and advocate helps more LGBTQ+ youth in Atlanta find safety and stability. Support the mission and be part of our story where every LGBTQ+ young person has a place to call home. #LGBTQYouth #EndYouthHomelessness #HousingSavesLives #Atlanta #CommunitySupport