COMMUNITY EVENTS
At TransPonder, we believe that community is a vital form of healthcare, which is why we offer free community events throughout the year that give trans, queer, and allied folks a safe and affirming place to create connections and experience life with one another.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Jul 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMContact TransPonder for the LocationTransPonder Community Support Group is a monthly gathering for trans/nonbinary-identified and questioning folks to socialize, share resources, and provide support surrounding the achievements and challenges we encounter from living the shared experience of being gender-diverse.
Jul 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PDTMaxwell Community Hub, 440 Maxwell Rd, Eugene, OR 97404, USATo be in a home in your body - to move in a way that feels seen and supported, to feel your breath and down-regulate your nervous system - is a human right and an immense gift and privilege. We are here to support you and your path to wellness.
Jul 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM PDTThe Lavender Network, 1590 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401, USAThe Trans Masc Social Hour is a space for trans masculine and questioning folks aged 18 and older to gather and chat in a supportive environment. The group will be lightly facilitated by volunteers. Please bring food and games to share if you wish!
Jul 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMThe Lavender Network, 1590 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401, USATransParent Support Group is a support group for all caregivers with transgender, gender-diverse, and gender-questioning youth. It is a space for parents, caregivers, and guardians to share questions and ideas about how to support their youth in a private discussion group.
Aug 01, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMTransponder Maxwell, 440 Maxwell Rd, Eugene, OR 97404, USAAugust 1st only this is being held at a different location for our 10th anniversary event! Hang out and socialize with folks in public setting over coffee! All LGBTQIA people and allies welcome–bring your families and friends!
Aug 06, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PMThe Lavender Network, 1590 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401, USAThe Trans Masc Support Group is a monthly, discussion-based, volunteer-facilitated group for trans masculine and questioning folks aged 18 and older, where they can support one another in a facilitated environment.
Session 1 Begins: The week of June 15th
SUPPORT OUR EVENTS
There are many ways to support our events!
Whether you donate, host an activity, sponsor an event, host a table, host a vendor space, perform, or volunteer, we value you and what you bring to our community.
Please click the tabs below to learn more.
Activity Hosts are in charge of a booth or area and facilitate a free activity for event attendees. TransPonder has a number of activities that can be provided, or the host may provide one. The host is also in charge of coordinating any additional staffing help they may need.
For Example
TransPonder provides face painting supplies to XYZ Connections, who hosts the booth and provides staff to paint faces.
Please complete the interest form using the button below.
Does your organization or business serve the LGBTQ+ community?
We would love to have you host an informational table at an event!
Please note: your organization does not need to be exclusively LGBTQ-focused.
Please complete the interest form using the button below.
Sponsorships directly supports not only the sponsored event, but the year-round services and resources that TransPonder provides—including health and wellness programs, support groups, educational workshops, and advocacy efforts that uplift trans and gender-diverse voices throughout the region.
Each event offers a variety of sponsorship levels, with a range of recognition and promotional benefits that showcase your commitment to equity and inclusion.
These include:
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Logo placement on event materials, social media, and our website
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Recognition at the event, on social media, and in our newsletter
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Opportunities to connect directly with attendees and community members
Please complete the interest form using the button below.
Are you a singer, dancer, spoken word poet, drag performer, band, or other type of performance artist?
We would love to book you for an event!
Please note: all performers are invited to complete the interest form, but priority will be given to performers who are members of marginalized communities.
Please complete the interest form using the button below.
Food vendors sell meals, snacks, and/or non-alcoholic beverages and may sell from a truck, cart, or booth. All food vendors must provide a food permit.
Vendors host booths to sell goods/services or to promote a business.
Please note: all vendors are invited to complete the interest form, but priority will be given to performers who are members of marginalized communities.
Please complete the interest form using the button below.
Do you want to give back to the community by offering your time, skills, and energy?
If so, we would love to find out more about how you would like to get involved.
Please complete the interest form using the button below.
Do you have experience running sound? Hosting a show? Being a stage manager? Producing a show?
We would love to connect!
Please complete the interest form using the button below.
We are always looking for items for raffles and auctions!
As a part of our commitment to keeping community events free, we incorporate fundraising elements like raffles and auctions. All item donations are tax-deductible donations and donors receive recognition at the event, on our website, and on social media. Donors are also eligible for in-kind sponsorships for high-priced item donations.
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CONTACT THE TEAM
If you have questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Use the buttons below to reach out via email or telephone.