Friday, February 26, 2010

Girls Just Wanna Help


Cyndi Lauper has long been a fan and friend to the LGBT community, and this week, in New York City, she's done it again; this time for homeless LGBT youth.

True Colors Residence, located in Central Harlem, will be New York City's first permanent housing facility with support services exclusively for 18-24 year old LGBT youth with a history of homelessness. The idea, conceived by West End Executive Director Colleen Jackson, singer Cyndy Lauper, and Ms. Lauper's manager Lisa Barbaris, entails the construction of a new, energy-efficient multifamily building, indoor and outdoor community space for residents, and a computer room and resource library. The building is named in honor of Cyndi's Lauper's support for the project and her hit song, "True Colors."

Cyndi Lauper: "Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth living on the streets and in foster care need our support more than ever. In New York City, the True Colors Residence is going to play a big role in providing these young people with the leg up and encouragement they need. I am thrilled that construction has already begun and I am honored to be a part of this important project."

More info HERE

4 comments:

  1. Anonymous9:49 AM

    How wonderful!!

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  2. This is great! I'll be there watching her on Celebrity Apprentice where I'm sure she will be hilarious and who knows what else! She and Sharon Osbourne - interesting. Sorry - I do watch that show.

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  3. There are existing services for homeless under the age of 17, so this will truly serve a need. Just because a kid turns 18 doesn't mean he/she is ready or able to support him/herself. Kudos to Cyndi!!!

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