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NWA GLBT Community Center

Linking Together to Build a Better Future

PO Box 1161, Bentonville, AR 72712-1161 Phone: 1-888-391-9222

The Northwest Arkansas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center, Inc is a 501(c)3, tax exempt organization.

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What We've Done!

Since it's inception the NWA Positive Links Buddy Program members and friends have help each other with a wide variety of support, services and activities. Since October of 2006 the group has grown to over 40 members of both HIV negative and HIV positive members who willing to offer their time and talent to the program and it's members in need. These are just a few examples of services and support that have been and continue to be offered those living with HIV:

	Provided monthly meetings and social activities to promote support and friendship.
	Offered tickets to local attractions with donated admission tickets.
	Mowed yards and helped with yard work for several members who are unable to themselves.
	Helped do housework such as vacuuming, washing laundry and dishes, and clean out closets and rooms.
	Transported members to doctors, lab appointments, meetings and social activities.
	Provided food items from our pantry and purchased Angel Food units to help make it to the end of the month.
	Gathered clothing, furniture and household items to get new members moving into the area on their feet.
	Helped pay for medications, utilities and basic services when needed on an emergency basis.
	Gave free haircuts and massages from Tymythy's Salon to all in the group who needed them.
	Donated or fixed, repaired and advised help on member's computers at no charge.
	Referred members to other programs and resources in the area who offer HIV/AIDS services.
	Published a monthly newsletter with member submitted articles and information.
	Provided daily contact between ourselves with email, phone calls instant messaging and personal visits.
	Involved members in NWA GLBT Community Center events and meetings.
	Designated a team of members to help administer the program developed governing documents.
	Provided an all inclusive, non threatening environment so all members and friends felt comfortable.
	Raised over $500 dollars in donations from the NW Arkansas community to help keep the program active.
	Inspired an organization in Warren, Ohio to start a Buddy Program fashioned after our own. Check it out!

All services were provided by non-paid member and friend volunteers who unselfishly offer their time, funds and energy to keep the NWA Positive Links Buddy Program thriving. This peer to peer support group is the only one in our area of it's kind and is providing a much needed service to our community. Membership is completely open to all who wish to be involved. If you are interested in joining the NWA Positive Links Buddy Program, just fill out one of the applications below and email, mail or drop off in person to the Program Director, Chris Hannon.

Applications Available:

	New Buddy Program Member (HIV positive only)
	Buddy Friend Member (Anyone regardless of HIV status)

Find out more about being a program member and read the Buddy Program Introduction, Mission Statement, and Code of Conduct.

Mail, email or deliver to:

Attn: Chris Hannon - Buddy Program

NWA GLBT Community Center

PO Box 1161

Bentonville, AR, 727126-1161

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Serving the Greater NW Arkansas Community's Needs

All donations to the NWA GLBT Community Center are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the Internal Revenue Service.
A copy of our Tax Exempt Status Letter is on file. For a copy of the IRS document, please contact board@nwaglbtcc.org
Our Tax I.D. number is available upon request. For a copy of a W-9 form, please contact board@nwaglbtcc.org