KALEIDOSCOPE YOUTH CENTER
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DROP-IN CENTER

We offer FREE programming in the Drop-in Center for youth ages 12 - 20!
Youth Resources
Youth Scholarships

What should you expect?

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House Rules

You’re not alone. We check in periodically during drop-in hours to make sure everyone is heard, has what they need, and feels at home.
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Kitchen and Food

We care about your wellness, body and mind. Pizza night. Grab and go. Cooking sessions where you can learn some food prep basics, dream up new recipes, or sit down and get to know someone over a bite to eat. Take what you need. All judgement free.
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Wi-Fi

We’ve got you covered. You also have access to our David Bohnett Cyber Center and its multiple computers to crank out any homework, do some personal research, or take on a new set of programming skills.
Accessibility Info
Are you a parent that wants to know what the Drop-in Center looks like? Are you a young person curious about the space before your first visit? Are you a service provider that wants to know where it is you are referring clients? Whatever the reason, you can schedule a tour with one of our staff!
Schedule Your tour!

Affinity Groups


We provide peer-to-peer connection and mentorship opportunities through affinity-based groups.

Our most popular groups include Genderscope, for trans and nonbinary youth, and QPOC for queer and trans youth of color.

Affinity Groups
More about Genderscope
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Cyber Center

The Cyber Center is provided by the generous David Bohnett Foundation. Since 1998, the Bohnett Foundation has assisted and promoted philanthropic organizations that foster positive portrayals of Lesbians and Gay men in the media. As of today, the Foundation has contributed more than $12 million to non-profit organizations across the United States that work to support the LGBT community and push for equal civil rights and liberties for all Americans.
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DROP - IN CENTER
​GENERAL INFO

Location: 603 E. Town St., Columbus, OH 43215
Drop-in Center Hours:​ Check below for current schedule.
How to Find Us

Upcoming Schedule

During Center Based Program hours, KYC is closed to anyone who is over 20 or under 12 years old. 
​This includes parents, guardians, family members, counselors, etc. 
​Only KYC staff and volunteers with background checks are permitted. ​

Are you a parent or a youth and have questions about our Drop-in Center?

Email us!

[email protected]

Your support matters!

A gift to KYC today will uplift the voices of LGBTQ+ youth and help KYC advocate for safer and inclusive places everywhere.

Donate Today
Location
603 East Town Street
Columbus, OH 43215
​[email protected]
Mailing Address
Kaleidoscope Youth Center
P.O. Box 8104
​Columbus, OH 43201
Emergency Phone Numbers
+ 911 if emergency
+ National Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255
​+ Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
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* Kaleidoscope Youth Center acknowledges that we are on the traditional territory and homelands of the Hopewell, Myaamia, and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) people. *
The Kaleidoscope Youth Center name and logo are copyrighted. All rights are reserved by Kaleidoscope Youth Center, Inc.
  • About
    • Meet the Team
    • Contact Us
    • Annual Summary and Financials
    • How to Find Us
  • Donate
  • Programs
    • Center Based Programs >
      • Affinity Groups
    • Community Based Wellness
    • Behavioral Health
    • Ohio GSA Network >
      • National GSA Network Resources
      • Request a GSA Site Visit
      • Register Your GSA Today
      • Join the GSA Network Mailing List
      • GSA Advisor Resources
  • Get Involved
    • As a Youth >
      • Resources
      • Scholarships >
        • Sports Equity Fund
    • As a Guardian
    • As a Community >
      • Speaking Queerly
      • Blog
    • As a Volunteer
    • For Professionals
  • Events
    • Calendar
    • Employment & Education Resource Fair
    • Pride
    • 30th Anniversary >
      • 30K in 30 Days
  • KYC Store
  • COMMUNITY PARTNERS
    • Ways To Give >
      • Wish List
      • KYC Unity Circle
    • DONOR & COMMUNITY EVENTS
    • Advocacy >
      • Senate Bill 70
      • Senate Bill 71
      • Voter Info
    • Community Education >
      • Request a Training
      • KnowTheFacts
      • Educational Downloads