The Project of the Quad Cities

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from the team at The Project!

As a reminder, The Project will be closed on 12/24/25-01/02-26 to give our staff a little time to enjoy their families over the holidays. Clients are encouraged to contact their case managers with any questions or concerns.

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12/23/2025

We had leather and lace as far as the eye could see; we had more fun than we thought possible; but most importantly, we had a deep sense of community and an unwavering commitment to serving and supporting our clients.

Because of that commitment, we raised over $76,000 toward the work we do, and we are so grateful for every dollar.

A special thank you to our performers and all of the people behind the scenes who made the evening such a success!

If you missed it, we've got you covered. Mark your calendars today for the Red Ribbon Ball 2026 on December 5th at the Hotel Blackhawk!

12/22/2025

Our FY25 Annual Report is now available at tpqc.org/plan!

"We cannot allow any noise or threats to push us off course. In the face of uncertainty, The Project remains firmly centered on serving our community" - Caitlin Wells, CEO.

While this past year certainly posed challenges we haven't faced in our organizational history, we are ending our year proud of the work we've accomplished and grateful for all of the people who have helped make this work possible. If you've got a few minutes, our Annual Report will tell you all about the ways YOUR support helped us serve our clients in 2025.

12/19/2025

'Tis the season for some R & R!

The Project will be closed on 12/24/25-01/02-26 to give our staff a little time to enjoy their families over the holidays. Clients are encouraged to contact their case managers with any questions or concerns.

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12/18/2025

We want to remind you...Trans youth deserve the same opportunity to thrive as anyone else.

Affirming healthcare for trans and nonbinary youth saves lives.

TPQC stands for bodily autonomy and dignity—always.

12/17/2025

Hi friends!

Hate the holidays? Love them? Opt out entirely?

Clockmas is still for you.

If your calendar’s open on December 25th, Clock, Inc LGBT+ Community Center has got a place for you.

December 25th | 2–5pm | 4102 46th Ave, Rock Island, IL

Come by for for:
✨ A free holiday meal served with care
✨ Cozy spaces to relax, talk, or just be yourself
✨ Music, games, and a white elephant gift exchange
✨ A place where every identity, every expression, and every person is celebrated

Plus, we hear Mary is serving up both a baked potato AND a taco bar with all the fixings.

You’re welcome to bring a dessert to share or a small white elephant gift for the holiday gift exchange if you’d like. Totally optional!

Sign up below!
https://forms.gle/KR6E1ztMzE2u55FU8

12/15/2025

Getting tested doesn't have to be a big deal. It’s something you do to take care of yourself, just like going to the dentist every six months or getting your annual physical done.

Come in for HIV, STI, or Hep C testing and we’ll meet you with respect and the care that you deserve at no cost.

You don’t need to wait for a “reason.” Testing is routine. And we’re here to make it simple.

Schedule online or give us a call:
tpqc.org/gettested
309-762-5433

12/14/2025

Hi folx! Bidding on our remaining auction items from the 2025 Red Ribbon Ball ends TONIGHT at 8:30 PM!

Get your last bids in, help your community, AND take home some really cool items.

Find these items and more here:
https://givebutter.com/c/rQrtEm/auction

12/13/2025

Getting your stocking stuffed this holiday season?

Get tested.

tpqc.org/std

STD/HIV Testing STIs are infections that are passed from one person to another during vaginal, a**l, and oral s*x. They’re really common, and lots of people who have them do not have any symptoms.STIs can be dangerous, but thankfully most can be treated. Getting tested at The Project is the first ...

12/12/2025

The Project of the Quad Cities is honored to partner with the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago through the Transgender and Gender Diverse (TGD) Wellness and Equity Program.

This is a statewide initiative supporting organizations in expanding respectful, affirming, and medically necessary care for transgender, gender diverse, and LGBTQ+ folx.

This partnership helps us deepen our commitments and contribute to a broader movement for equitable healthcare across Illinois.

To learn more about PHIMC and their TGD program, check out the link in the comments!

12/11/2025

The Project will be closed on Wednesday, December 17th for a building TLC day.

We will reopen on Thursday at 8 a.m. Thank you!

12/10/2025

How to be an HIV ally:

-Create a safe space for disclosure
-Take PrEP or use condoms
-Consider what you say
-Know your status
-Understand that undetectable = untransmittable
-Call out stigma

You can get tested for HIV at The Project for FREE.
Find out more at tpqc.org