The Project of the Quad Cities

02/03/2026

ICYMI: The vendor form for this year's Pride Party is now live! Apply now at https://bit.ly/49YlO8o

02/02/2026

This Black History Month, we honor the immense contributions made by black Americans to this country and to the fight against HIV/AIDS. Simply put, we wouldn't be here doing this work if it weren't for the courage and strength of black advocates.

Unfortunately, black people continue to be disproportionally impacted by the epidemic. It is imperative that decisions impacting black people living with HIV are made by black people living with HIV. Inclusion of their valuable feedback and lived experience is the only way we can end new HIV transmissions.

This February, we promise to keep fighting for a better, more just future for black people and the communities in which they live.

02/01/2026

📢📢 NOW HIRING: Front Office Coordinator

The Front Office Coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of TPQC and is often the first impression that patients, clients, and guests have of the organization.

Learn more and apply at tpqc.org/careers

01/30/2026

An amazing opportunity for Iowans living with HIV!

ICYMI: PITCH is officially accepting applications for our 2026 Annual Wellness Summit! Iowans living with and impacted by HIV are invited to apply!

LEARN MORE: https://bit.ly/4brBd3p

01/30/2026

Join us Sunday, February 1st to use your voice to protect care for trans youth!

We're meeting at Two Rivers United Methodist Church from 11:30AM-1:30PM and The Atlas Collective - Brews & Books from 2:30-4PM for comment writing parties.

BACKGROUND:
On Dec. 18, 2025, the federal government proposed new rules restricting Medicaid funding for hospitals that provide care to trans youth. The move greatly threatens access to essential care for trans youth across the country, especially since the practice is already banned in 27 states including in Iowa.

Care for trans youth saves lives and is supported by major medical associations including the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, the American Medical Association, and the American College of Physicians.

HOW YOU CAN HELP:
We’re asking our community to make public comments in opposition to the proposed rules. The deadline for public comment is Tuesday, February 17.

Join us for an overview of the proposed rules and a step-by-step walk through of how to make comments. Please bring your laptop or tablet with you! You can also utilize the comment portal on your phone.

Please note there is a risk that if you provide personally identifiable information, the administration could investigate any named locations and individuals included in your comment. Some commenters, like trans youth or their families or providers of gender-affirming care, might be particularly vulnerable to risks and should carefully consider their options for submitting comments and the details they wish to disclose.

01/29/2026

Today's "The Calm Within Harm Reduction Group" has been cancelled. The group will resume as scheduled on Feb. 5.

01/28/2026

Affirming healthcare for trans and nonbinary youth saves lives. TPQC will always stand for bodily autonomy and dignity.

Our partners at Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago provide a wealth of resources about providing services for trans youth including about creating safer spaces for LGBTQ+ youth and the benefits of gender-affirming hormones in adolescence.

Don't forget to join us at our Comment Writing Parties this week and next to take a stand in protecting trans healthcare.

01/27/2026

Our first comment writing party is tomorrow evening at Clock, Inc LGBT+ Community Center from 6-8 PM!

Make your voice heard against proposed new rules by the federal government restricting Medicaid funding for hospitals that provide care to trans youth.

Find out more info here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1373797811426353

01/26/2026

Hi folx!

If you offer food, art, or sell other goods and value being part of a welcoming community, we’d love to have you at Pride at Bass Street.

Our vendor application form is LIVE! Find that link below
https://bit.ly/49YlO8o

01/23/2026

The Project is incredibly proud to be celebrating 40 years of service to our community this year!

Since The Project’s founding in 1986, our work has been guided by the power of belonging, a belief in chosen family, and resilience in the face of adversity.

We invite you to keep walking this road with us. Whether by donating or joining us at one of our upcoming events, we hope you’ll continue being apart of our community.

Thank you for being part of our story and the next chapter still to come.

01/22/2026

01/21/2026

We need your help.

The federal government has proposed new rules that would effectively ban care for trans youth as hospitals across the country. Help protect essential, lifesaving care by attending an upcoming comment writing party.

We’re asking our community to make public comments in opposition to the proposed rules. The deadline for public comment is Tuesday, February 17.

To help encourage public comments, we're hosting a series of comment writing parties with community partners. Join us for an overview of the proposed rules and a step-by-step walk through of how to make comments.

Learn more at tpqc.org/events