January 5, 2026

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Creating Self for Oneself 

 

At Rainbow Project Sioux Falls, we believe healing happens in community and that every young person deserves space to breathe, belong, and be themselves. Creating Self for Oneself is our newest initiative, rooted in holistic care and compassion.

 

This initiative creates welcoming, safe spaces for LGBTQ2S+, BIPOC, and other marginalized youth and young adults, to slow down, explore who they are, and feel supported exactly as they are. Through gentle practices and creative expression, we nurture emotional wellness and help build a sense of belonging that extends beyond any single program.

 

We are proud to introduce the following programs as part of this initiative:

 

Mind–Body Wellness Program
Holistic practices including meditation and yoga, with additional expressive support such as art therapy and reflective writing paired meditation.

 

Family Hangouts
For LGBTQ2S+ children under 12 and their families. Join us for a fun, welcoming event designed especially for our youngest LGBTQ2S+ community members and their families. While children engage in structured activities such as art, writing, or creative play, parents and caregivers are invited to participate in Parent Pampering sessions designed to support relaxation, stress relief, and self care.

 

Rainbow Sharing and Transcending Binary
Support groups for LGBTQ2S+ and transgender youth and young adults.

 

Queer Words
A creative writing program designed to empower LGBTQ2S+ youth and young adults to explore their identities, experiences, and creativity through writing.

 

Our Culture, Our Wellness
Culturally responsive mental health workshops designed specifically for BIPOC youth and young adults. Programming focuses on emotional wellness, coping skills, self-expression, and community care, while acknowledging the systemic and cultural factors that impact mental health.

 

Creating Self for Oneself is an invitation: to pause, free your mind, and enjoy your unique self.

 

 

​December 10, 2025

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Rainbow Project Sioux Falls Selected as 2025 Kindness in Community Fund Grant Recipient

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Rainbow Project Sioux Falls is thrilled to announce that out of more than 4,000 nominations worldwide, we have been selected as a 2025 Kindness in Community Fund grant recipient, supporting youth mental health and well-being in our community.

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This program, created by Born This Way Foundation, co-founded by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta and supported by funders including Pivotal, Cotton On Foundation, Sephora, Haus Labs, and others—provides grants to grassroots organizations across 11 countries, including the United States, to strengthen local mental health resources and programming. This grant will directly support our work in creative workshops, peer connection opportunities, and wellness centered programming for LGBTQ2S+ youth and other marginalized young people.

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“We are deeply honored to be selected for this year’s Kindness in Community Fund,”

“This grant affirms our credibility as a vital community resource and strengthens our ability to build meaningful partnerships with local organizations. Together, we can create a more supportive, accepted, and connected Sioux Falls for LGBTQ2S+ youth and other marginalized young people.”

 

​You can learn more about the 2025 Kindness in Community Fund recipients here:
channelkindness.org/2025-kindness-in-community-fund-grant-recipients

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Young people led every step of the Kindness in Community Fund process, from nominations to final selections, ensuring that awarded organizations reflect their priorities for youth mental health, community inclusion, and accessible, compassionate resources.

 

 

December 4, 2025

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Exciting News for Rainbow Project Sioux Falls!

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We are thrilled to share that the Rainbow Project Sioux Falls will be expanding its presence in Sioux Falls in the coming year. This growth will allow us to offer more programming, deepen community connections, and increase support for LGBTQ2S+, BIPOC, and other marginalized youth and young adults.

With this expansion, we will be hosting a variety of activities, workshops, and community events throughout the year. We are especially excited to strengthen our partnership with Sioux Falls Pride as we work together to bring more inclusive and affirming opportunities to LGBT2S+ young people in our community.

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Planned activities include:

 

​​Ceramics & Graphic Design Classes: Held at Augustana University and taught by Augustana art professors who specialize in ceramics and graphic design. These classes will be open to youth and teens.

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Beginner Digital Photography Classes: Participants will learn foundational skills, and final projects will be exhibited for the community to enjoy.

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All events are always free! Just come as you are, feel welcome, and enjoy being part of a supportive, affirming community.

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Stay tuned for more details and how to sign up!

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We also look forward to continuing our collaboration with the Prism Community Center, whose welcoming space has allowed us to host events that foster connection, creativity, and belonging. Together, we aim to provide a supportive environment for both youth and their parents.

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2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for the Rainbow Project Sioux Falls, and we can’t wait to share more updates soon!

 

Sending love, light, and gratitude to our community this holiday season.

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