I'm excited, y'all.

Last month I shared that I was overwhelmed. I still am. That may never end. But this month, I am excited amidst the overwhelm. Here's why:

April 1 is my four-year anniversary with Trinity Haven. FOUR YEARS. I can hardly believe it, to be honest. It feels like just yesterday I was venturing into the great unknown, wide-eyed and bushy-tailed, ready to bring Trinity Haven online to serve LGBTQ youth/young adults experiencing housing instability. How could I have known then how long it would actually take to get this program open? How could I have known then that they world would essentially shut down for a year, delaying our progress? How could I have known the joy I would feel when we finally cut the ribbon, opening our doors in April 2021? How could I have known the pride I feel today, knowing we have served 32 youth/young adults and helped them on their journey to becoming independent?

I couldn't have known. I simply couldn't have.

No matter how much I prepared myself, no matter what anyone told me, no matter anything at all - I could not have known.

But I know now how it feels to have dedicated four years of my life to something I believe in with my entire heart. I feel excited. I am excited. I am bursting at the seams with excitement about how far we've come.

I hope you will join me in this state of excitement. It, like the overwhelm of last month, spurs action. Whatever action speaks to you, I urge you to take it. Volunteer at Trinity Haven. Get to know our team and those we serve. Check out our wish list. Make a donation. Help us continue to thrive and while we do this important work. Get excited about it. I'd love to share my excitement with you. Let's grab a coffee and share about all the exciting things! No really, let's. You can reach me here.

With gratitude,

 Jenni

"I Am What I Am" is a music benefit concert in support of Trinity Haven, celebrating the

2-year anniversary of their opening! Indiana musicians will perform music of the LGBTQ+ community, including original works and smash hits like "This is Me" as a reminder that queer people have always been here and are loved.

Donate $10 at the door to be entered for raffle prizes lovingly provided by Hampton Designs Studio & Shop, Newfields, Phoenix Theatre and Trinity Haven. Thank you them all, and to Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing and Casino and LiftOff Creamery for sponsoring this passion project of Trinity Haven's dear friend, Chelsea Reynowsky.

All are welcome to this free concert at Trinity Episcopal Church to raise awareness and unrestricted funds for Trinity Haven. Event link is here.

Have you wondered what it takes to be a host in our Host Homes Program? If you live in Marion County or the donut counties, you're 25 or older and have an extra bedroom in your home, and you have a great big heart that wants to help a young person in need, you could become a host! We provide in-depth training to prepare you; our Host Homes Program Director Levi will be your partner along the way; and we offer a monthly stipend to help offset the costs of adding someone to your household. We know it's a lot to consider, and we'd love to answer any questions you might have.

Info sessions: 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10am and 6pm

Training Dates: March 25, April 15, June 17, August 19, October 14, December 9

Reach out to Levi at 317-779-4220 or via email to get signed up.

We'd love to shine the spotlight on you as an event sponsor.

Check out our sponsorship packet:

There is a significant difference between ‘all are welcome here’ and ‘this was created with you in mind’. – Marcus Harrison Green

Trinity Haven offers safe, welcoming, affirming housing created specifically for LGBTQ youth/young adults. Trinity Haven provides each resident housing and services to prepare them for independent living, and they work alongside an engagement specialist to build an individualized plan that leads to their independence. Support services focus on education, employment, well-being and self-sufficiency and are designed to create an atmosphere of acceptance, community and belonging.

Our mission is to provide safe, affirming housing for LGBTQ youth experiencing housing instability.

To make a secure donation to Trinity Haven, please click here.