FAQs 1 — Tony's Place

Tony's Place supports and empowers LGBTQ+ youth under 25 years of age in Houston. Services include case management, basic needs support, community engagement, and advocacy. Tony's Place does not provide temporary housing but can connect youth to housing resources in Houston. Parents and guardians can find support through PFLAG–Houston and the Association for Family Community Integrity. To learn more or get started, email info@tonysplace.org or call (713) 678-0733.

Frequently Asked Questions If you are feeling unsafe or are in crisis, please call one of the following: 911 for Emergency Police or Medical 911 for Emergency Police or Medical 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (800) 799-7233 U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233 U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 786-2929 The National Runaway Safeline (NRS) (800) 786-2929 The National Runaway Safeline (NRS) (800) 273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (866) 488-7386 The Trevor Project (866) 488-7386 The Trevor Project (800) 810-7440 Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) (800) 810-7440 Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) Who do we serve? Tony's Place supports and empowers LGBTQ+ youth under 25 years of age. We do this through providing core services including: Case Management Basic Needs Support Community Engagement AdvocacyIf you are interested in services, please email info@tonysplace.org or call (713) 678-0733. Tony's Place supports and empowers LGBTQ+ youth under 25 years of age. We do this through providing core services including: Case Management Case Management Basic Needs Basic Needs Support Support Community Engagement Community Engagement Advocacy Advocacy If you are interested in services, please email info@tonysplace.org or call (713) 678-0733. I need shelter/I am in need of immediate housing. Can Tony's Place help? Currently we do not provide temporary housing. For housing resources, please click here.If you would like to make a case management appointment to discuss housing programs in the city of Houston, please make an appointment with our staff by emailing info@tonysplace.org or calling 713-678-0733. Currently we do not provide temporary housing. For housing resources, please click here. If you would like to make a case management appointment to discuss housing programs in the city of Houston, please make an appointment with our staff by emailing info@tonysplace.org or calling 713-678-0733. I am a parent/guardian of an LGBTQ+ youth. What resources are available for myself and/or my child? To find guidance, support, and answers to questions you may have, we recommend two great resources: PFLAG - Houston and the Association for Family Community Integrity. Additionally, we periodically offer programming at our center that may be of help. To see what’s coming up on our calendar, click here. To find guidance, support, and answers to questions you may have, we recommend two great resources: PFLAG - Houston and the Association for Family Community Integrity. Additionally, we periodically offer programming at our center that may be of help. To see what’s coming up on our calendar, click here. I know an at-risk LGBTQ+ youth. Who can I speak to about how to support them? You can call 713-678-0733 to speak to a Tony’s Place staff member or email your specific questions to info@tonysplace.org You can call 713-678-0733 to speak to a Tony’s Place staff member or email your specific questions to info@tonysplace.org How can I volunteer with the organization? We currently need volunteers to assist with preparing and serving meals, helping in the clothing and hygiene closet, and cleaning on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11am – 3pm. If you are interested in volunteering, please email info@tonysplace.org. We currently need volunteers to assist with preparing and serving meals, helping in the clothing and hygiene closet, and cleaning on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11am – 3pm. If you are interested in volunteering, please email info@tonysplace.org. How do I donate to Tony's Place? For monetary donations, please click here. If you are a company looking to do a dedicated fundraiser or profit share, please reach out to our Communication Director here.For supply or other physical item donations, please check our current supply needs list here. For questions and to coordinate drop-off, please email us here. For monetary donations, please click here. If you are a company looking to do a dedicated fundraiser or profit share, please reach out to our Communication Director here. For supply or other physical item donations, please check our current supply needs list here. For questions and to coordinate drop-off, please email us here. My organization is interested in partnering with Tony's Place. How do I learn more? We partner with all kinds of organizations on special initiatives, educational efforts, and more. To discuss partnership opportunities, please send information about your organization, how you would like to partner and contact information to info@tonysplace.org We partner with all kinds of organizations on special initiatives, educational efforts, and more. To discuss partnership opportunities, please send information about your organization, how you would like to partner and contact information to info@tonysplace.org Can I host a meeting or event in the center? In an effort to support the greater LGBTQ+ community in Houston, we offer our center as a space for local groups, organizations and others to gather. If you are interested in reserving our space, please fill out the form here. In an effort to support the greater LGBTQ+ community in Houston, we offer our center as a space for local groups, organizations and others to gather. If you are interested in reserving our space, please fill out the form here. Do you offer public speaking or community education services? Our staff is available for public speaking engagements, team trainings, or other educational events. To inquire, please email our team here. Our staff is available for public speaking engagements, team trainings, or other educational events. To inquire, please email our team here.

- Call (713) 678-0733 or email info@tonysplace.org to ask about services for yourself or someone you know - Visit the FAQ page to find answers about housing, volunteering, donations, and more - Volunteer on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Fridays from 11am–3pm by emailing info@tonysplace.org - Donate money or supplies by checking the current needs list on the Tony's Place website - Request to use the Tony's Place center for a community meeting or LGBTQ+ group gathering - Ask about public speaking or staff training by emailing the Tony's Place team