Ever wondered what the green stripe on the Pride flag stands for? If nature came to mind, you’re right. Among the spectrum of colors, green represents the environment and symbolizes an alliance between the LGBTQ+ community and the planet. Though queer communities have historically been at the forefront of the climate movement, they’ve frequently been excluded from outdoor access opportunities and policy decisions. Moving the needle forward means including all voices—especially of those most impacted by our changing world.
Meet seven LGBTQ+ environmental partners in the 1% for the Planet network who are advancing justice, outdoor access and a brighter future for the queer community.
Brave Trails
Brave Trails is the world's first summer camp and community space for LGBTQ+ youth, offering programs for kids to access the outdoors in California. The camp fosters inclusion while helping youth find their people, place and passion. Brave Trails’ work extends beyond the camp with mental health services, leadership programs and meet-up groups throughout the year.
Feminist Bird Club
Feminist Bird Club connects with the feminist and anti-racist movements while addressing intersectional struggles. Using their 5 Principles as a framework, folks at the Feminist Bird Club fight for conservation and environmental justice through all their initiatives. The organization hosts events and leads campaigns spanning North America to Europe through their chapters and sister clubs.
Kindling Collective
Aiming to help individuals build a relationship with nature through outdoor access, Kindling Collective hosts a gear library and education center in Maine. The queer-centered environmental partner creates an accessible pathway to outdoor experiences that are often difficult to navigate without readily available resources and connections.
Outdoorist Oath
Founded by Pattie Gonia, José González and Teresa Baker, Outdoorist Oath fosters a commitment to action that supports the planet, inclusion and adventure.Their workshop offers a powerful framework rooted in environmental justice, allyship and outdoor access—inviting participants to explore how individuals show up for people and the planet. In just two hours, what begins as a conversation becomes a lasting commitment through taking the Outdoorist Oath. The session creates space for open dialogue, personal reflection and collective action and is led by a diverse group of facilitators.
OUT for Sustainability
Created by and for LGBTQ+ communities, OUT for Sustainability (OUT4S) promotes climate resilience and environmental justice. OUT4S offers collaborations, workshops, educational resources and training—all focused on the needs of marginalized folks who disproportionately experience climate injustice.
Rock Steady Farm
Rock Steady Farm is a queer-owned and operated cooperative vegetable farm in New York, rooted in social justice, food access and farmer training. Their mission works toward ensuring everyone—especially LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities—have the right to high-quality produce. Rock Steady Farm strives to steward their land with regenerative agriculture practices while empowering outdoor access.
The Venture Out Project
The Venture Out Project leads backpacking and wilderness trips for LGBTQ+ people across the United States. With a focus on expanding outdoor access for queer and transgender communities, this environmental partner offers transgender inclusion workshops and identity-specific overnight and day events.
Take Action
LGBTQ+ people have always been here—and always will be. Supporting the queer community means showing up in many ways: by listening to their voices, uplifting their stories, contributing to queer-led organizations and learning from their resilient history. Find more LGBTQ+ environmental partners and start your giving journey today.
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