May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Prism, that means more than naming the need. It means doing the work to support mental health while making space for healing in real, tangible ways. From affirming therapy and resource access to weekly programs where youth can show up as they are, this is what care looks like in practice.
Because healing doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens in spaces that are safe and consistent, spaces built with intention for and by the folks that need them.
That work continues to grow this month. We’re sharing meaningful updates on the Prism Healing Fund as it expands to reach more youth and provide more flexible, affirming care. We’re also excited to announce our 2nd Annual Prism Pride Artist Showcase, creating space for LGBTQ+ artists to share their work and stories with the community.
And as we move into Pride, Prism is part of the team helping bring Mobile to life through Alive with Pride, a month-long celebration of visibility, connection, and community. There’s a lot ahead, and we’re glad you’re in it with us.
Curious to learn more? Reach out anytime at info@prismunited.org.
Prism Teens (Ages 14-18)
A weekly program where high school youth connect, explore real-life topics, and build skills in a supportive, affirming space. This month’s gatherings will focus on mental health, helping youth better understand emotions, manage stress, and build everyday coping tools.
✨ May 2 ✨ Mood Mapping (2-4pm)
Explore emotions and what shapes them.
✨ May 9 ✨ Stress 101 (2-4pm)
Learn simple, practical ways to cope with stress.
✨ May 16 ✨ Boundaries & Burnout (2-4pm)
Understand limits and how to protect your energy.
✨ May 23 ✨ Self-care Reset (2-4pm)
Build simple routines that support well-being.
Prism Café Series (Ages 14-18)
As interest-based extensions of Prism Teens, these monthly gatherings offer space to connect, create, and explore shared interests in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
✨ May 6 ✨ Adventure Cafe (5-7pm)
A creative roleplay space with D&D, character-building, and collaborative storytelling.
✨ May 13 ✨ Book Buffet (5-7pm)
A mix of queer literature and creative projects like zines, journaling, and art.
Prism Preteens (Ages 10-13)
A twice-monthly program for younger youth focused on identity, confidence, and connection through creative, age-appropriate activities. This month youth will explore pride through identity, self-expression, and community.
✨ May 7 ✨ Let’s Celebrate (5:30-6:45pm)
Creative activities that celebrate identity and self-expression.
✨ May 21 ✨ Badge Ceremony (5:30-6:45pm)
Recognize growth and celebrate each participant’s strengths.
Prism Parents (Parents & Family Members)
Prism Parents creates space for caregivers to connect, share, and grow together. Volunteers help make that possible by offering a listening ear and supporting a welcoming, affirming environment for all families.
✨ May 7 ✨ Support Group Gathering (5:30-6:45pm)
A space for parents and caregivers to share experiences, find encouragement, and connect.
✨ May 21 ✨ Coffee & Community Social Hour (5:30-6:30pm)
A more relaxed space to build relationships, share resources, and strengthen community connections.
Prism Pathways (Ages 19-24)
Prism Pathways offers a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ young adults and allies to connect, reflect, and navigate early adulthood in community. Whether you’re exploring identity, career goals, or simply looking to build meaningful friendships, Pathways is designed to support you during this transitional stage of life.
✨May 22 ✨ Young Adult Gathering (5-7pm)
Join us for an evening of conversation and connection with other LGBTQ+ young adults. Location will be shared upon registration. Email info@prismunited.org to sign up.
As we finally descend from Mount Olympus, we’re filled with so much gratitude for everyone who brought Prism Prom 2026: Night on Olympus to life.
We keep coming back to the feeling in the room. The ease, the joy, the way people showed up as themselves without hesitation. That doesn’t happen by accident. We’re really grateful for the people who made that possible:
✨ To every young person who showed up as their full, brilliant self, you made the night what it was. Thank you for your joy, your energy, your outfits, your dancing, your everything.
✨ To our volunteers who showed up early, stayed late, and handled a hundred moving pieces with care and heart, we could not do this without you.
✨ To our sponsors and community partners who stepped up to make this event free and accessible, you made something truly special possible.
✨ To the folks behind the scenes who brought the vision to life, from decor to logistics to all the tiny details, you created magic.
✨ And to this community that continues to show up, support, and believe in LGBTQ+ youth here in Mobile, thank you.
Big things are coming for the Prism Healing Fund this month. We’re expanding access, strengthening support, and creating more ways for LGBTQ+ youth to get the care they need.
Stay tuned…
Bent Broadway tickets are now live 🎭
We’re so grateful to be the official nonprofit beneficiary of this incredible, independently produced event. Bent Broadway brings together amazing local talent for a high-energy night of Broadway favorites with a twist, and proceeds directly support Prism’s work with LGBTQ+ youth in our community.
Grab your seats and be part of it:
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Alive With Pride is what happens when community shows up together.
This June, a coalition of local organizations and businesses is coming together to fill Mobile with visible support, celebration, and belonging. Each partner brings something different to the table, but we’re united in creating a city where LGBTQ+ people feel seen, safe, and celebrated.
Prism is proud to be building this with:
🌈 The Black Butterfly Collective
🌈 Flip Side Bar & Patio
🌈 The Frenchmen
🌈 Mobile Arts Council
🌈 Love and Adventure Studios LLC
🌈 Rainbow Pride of Mobile
🌈 SHELL Health Services
Prism United invites you to experience Prism Creates at Central Midtown on June 27 from 1-6pm, an interactive day with local artists and makers. Explore working studios and workshop spaces, meet artists where they create, and engage with their process through hands-on activities, demos, and conversations.
With nonprofits, entrepreneurs, coworking spaces, and creative businesses all under one roof, there’s something to discover around every corner.
Enjoy food trucks, connect with community, and bring the whole family. Childcare provided. All ages welcome.
We’re honored to announce that Prism United is officially a Nappies nominee!
And y’all know we were born for a Rhinestone Rodeo! Sequins on, boots shined, and ready to show up for our community! We’re nominated for:
✨ Best Local Nonprofit
✨ Best Place to Volunteer
✨ Best Mobilian Right Now: Corey Harvard
If you believe in this work and the community we’re building together, we’d be so grateful for your vote. Voting opens May 6, and you can vote every day through May 31.
2026 Nappie Awards Finalists
Cornerstone Metropolitan Community Church is a long-standing community hub in Mobile, known for creating a welcoming, affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. Through consistent programming, gathering opportunities, and a strong focus on connection, they offer a place where people can show up as themselves and build meaningful relationships. For many, their space serves as a reliable point of support, especially for those navigating isolation or looking for community-centered environments.
That commitment to inclusion carries beyond their space through outreach, collaboration, and care. As a PLAN Partner, Cornerstone plays an important role in strengthening a network of affirming spaces across our region, helping ensure more people have access to connection, support, and a real sense of belonging.
Interested in joining the PLAN (Prism Local & Affirming Network)? Become a PLAN Partner today and help us expand affirming spaces across southwest Alabama!
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