Join us for upcoming events with Queer Stability
Queer Stability is building long-term stability and wealth within the LGBTQ+ community by creating spaces, systems, and opportunities where queer people and our allies can thrive. Through a mix of giving circles, property acquisition, and business investment, Queer Stability supports both nonprofit and for-profit ventures that strengthen our collective future.
By pooling resources through community giving and reinvesting in local organizations, Queer Stability ensures that LGBTQ+ individuals, businesses, and nonprofits have access to the capital, property, and partnerships needed for lasting impact. Our mission is simple: to create permanence in place for our community so that queer spaces, businesses, and people can grow, prosper, and remain rooted where they belong.
By pooling resources through community giving and reinvesting in local organizations, Queer Stability ensures that LGBTQ+ individuals, businesses, and nonprofits have access to the capital, property, and partnerships needed for lasting impact. Our mission is simple: to create permanence in place for our community so that queer spaces, businesses, and people can grow, prosper, and remain rooted where they belong.
Wednesday December 10th, 2025 5pm - 7pm
Join us for Queer Schmear, a cozy, community-centered evening at King’s Books in Tacoma! Bring your favorite spread, dip, or potluck dish to share as we come together to celebrate, connect, and spread the word about what’s happening in our local queer community.
This event is about uplifting one another — sharing events, projects, causes, and needs that deserve attention and support. Whether you’re an organizer, artist, activist, or simply someone who loves showing up for community, this is a welcoming space to connect, exchange ideas, and collaborate.
Bring:
All LGBTQ+ folks and allies are welcome. Let’s gather, eat, and grow stronger together.
Please note: King's Books has some cats inside. They are part of the shop and so we are letting folks know who may have sneezy things that we have some kitties on site. Yay!
This event is about uplifting one another — sharing events, projects, causes, and needs that deserve attention and support. Whether you’re an organizer, artist, activist, or simply someone who loves showing up for community, this is a welcoming space to connect, exchange ideas, and collaborate.
Bring:
- A spread, dip, or dish to share (sweet, savory, or spicy—your choice!)
- Flyers, cards, or info about queer-focused events, businesses, or organizations
- Your voice and energy to help uplift what’s next for our community
All LGBTQ+ folks and allies are welcome. Let’s gather, eat, and grow stronger together.
Please note: King's Books has some cats inside. They are part of the shop and so we are letting folks know who may have sneezy things that we have some kitties on site. Yay!
Friday January 9th, 2026 6PM - 8PM
Come join us for our Queer Stability Fund event where we gather quarterly to support our community and give back together!
Queer Stability Fund – Quarterly Giving Circle Event
January 9, 2026 • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Alfred’s Café - Tacoma, WA
Join us for an evening of community, connection, and collective impact as the Queer Stability Fund hosts its quarterly in-person giving event at Alfred’s Café, a proudly gay-owned business in the heart of Tacoma.
This event brings together LGBTQ+ community members and allies to nominate and award funding to a local LGBTQ+ business or individual making a meaningful difference in the South Sound. Funding amounts depend on membership contributions and can reach up to $10,000, with current projections between $1,000–$2,500.
How It Works
Event Flow
6:00–7:00 PM – Arrival, networking, food and nominations
7:00 PM – Four nominations drawn at random
7:00–8:00 PM – Presentations & member voting
Community Support
As we gather in this affirming space, we encourage guests to support Alfred’s Café by purchasing dinner, snacks, or beverages during the event.
This event is all about queer empowerment, economic opportunity, and building a thriving local ecosystem through intentional, community-driven giving. Whether you’re nominating, joining as a member, or attending to learn more, your presence strengthens our collective impact.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Queer Stability Fund – Quarterly Giving Circle Event
January 9, 2026 • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Alfred’s Café - Tacoma, WA
Join us for an evening of community, connection, and collective impact as the Queer Stability Fund hosts its quarterly in-person giving event at Alfred’s Café, a proudly gay-owned business in the heart of Tacoma.
This event brings together LGBTQ+ community members and allies to nominate and award funding to a local LGBTQ+ business or individual making a meaningful difference in the South Sound. Funding amounts depend on membership contributions and can reach up to $10,000, with current projections between $1,000–$2,500.
How It Works
- Membership: $100 per quarter (or more). Open to all.
- Voting: Voting rights are held by LGBTQI2S+ members of the Queer Stability Fund.
- Nominations: Attendees are encouraged to arrive prepared to nominate a local LGBTQ+ business or individual and briefly speak about why they should receive the award.
- Award Funding: Pooled member contributions are awarded at the end of the event. Becoming a member before or during the event increases the collective fund. Awardees must be an entity. Additional documentation like tax ID verification and other documents will be required in order to receive funds from Queer Stability Fund. In the event the primary winner does not qualify for the payout, the next placed voting awardee will be contacted. (Join the Queer Stability Fund via the GTCF link https://gtcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=5059 - Please be sure to make your donation public and not private, and to select quarterly payments)
Event Flow
6:00–7:00 PM – Arrival, networking, food and nominations
7:00 PM – Four nominations drawn at random
7:00–8:00 PM – Presentations & member voting
Community Support
As we gather in this affirming space, we encourage guests to support Alfred’s Café by purchasing dinner, snacks, or beverages during the event.
This event is all about queer empowerment, economic opportunity, and building a thriving local ecosystem through intentional, community-driven giving. Whether you’re nominating, joining as a member, or attending to learn more, your presence strengthens our collective impact.
We can’t wait to see you there!
February 27th, 2026 5PM - 8PM
Join us for an evening where creativity, community, and boxes truly shine.
Yes… we’ll be celebrating queer artists AND their fabulous boxes, the ones they’ve crafted, painted, glittered, and bedazzled, of course.
Come cheer on our queer makers as they each design a unique, show-stopping box. From campy to classy, subtle to outrageous, no two boxes will be alike. And at the end of the night, YOU get to vote on which box reigns supreme. Bring your opinions. Bring your enthusiasm. Bring your admiration for beautiful boxes of all kinds.
What to Bring:
Whether you’re coming for the craft, the community, or because you simply love a good box, this night is for you.
Come support queer artists, laugh, vote, snack, and bask in all the queer, crafty brilliance.
Yes… we’ll be celebrating queer artists AND their fabulous boxes, the ones they’ve crafted, painted, glittered, and bedazzled, of course.
Come cheer on our queer makers as they each design a unique, show-stopping box. From campy to classy, subtle to outrageous, no two boxes will be alike. And at the end of the night, YOU get to vote on which box reigns supreme. Bring your opinions. Bring your enthusiasm. Bring your admiration for beautiful boxes of all kinds.
What to Bring:
- A snack to share (sweet, savory, or something in between — we don’t judge your flavor).
- Your friends, your queer joy, and your best double entendres.
- Your readiness to celebrate queer creativity in all its forms.
Whether you’re coming for the craft, the community, or because you simply love a good box, this night is for you.
Come support queer artists, laugh, vote, snack, and bask in all the queer, crafty brilliance.
2026 Save The Date
Events are in person in South Puget Sound (WA State) for 2026.
January 9th 2026 6PM - 8PM (Nominate recipients who are for profit / individual)
March 6th 2026 6PM - 8PM (Nominate recipients who are non-profit)
July 11th 2026 2PM - 5PM (Nominate recipients who are for profit / individual)
September 11th 2026 6PM - 8PM (Nominate recipients who are non-profit)
January 9th 2026 6PM - 8PM (Nominate recipients who are for profit / individual)
March 6th 2026 6PM - 8PM (Nominate recipients who are non-profit)
July 11th 2026 2PM - 5PM (Nominate recipients who are for profit / individual)
September 11th 2026 6PM - 8PM (Nominate recipients who are non-profit)
Queer Schmear
Come SPREAD the word about LGBTQI2S+ people and what we have coming up in community! Spread the word and share an evening in community. This Queer Stability event brings together community to share. Get out your best dip or spread recipe and bring it to this pot luck style event. Please have items labeled with ingredients whenever possible.
Dates: December 10th 2025 is our official date for this one! More in 2026 to come as well!
Queer StabiliTEA
Our coffee hour meet ups are coming! Watch for upcoming dates here. Queer StabiliTEA gives us a purpose to gather and talk about what is going on with LGBTQIA2S+ people. Come share a cup of tea and connect with like minded people. Open to allies and community members.
Dates for 2025 and 2026 coming soon!
Not able to attend an event?
That's OK! We'd love to have you participate in ways that fit your desire. This can be by volunteering, giving of your talent, sharing the word about Queer Stability or by supporting with your treasure.