Come join us for The Mahogany Project's "Hot Coco & Karaoke" on December 13th from 6 PM to 10 PM CST! We’re celebrating the holiday season and the incredible efforts of our volunteers, partners, and community members. It’s a laid-back evening filled with karaoke, fun holiday vibes, and a chance to reflect on all the memories from this past year. Plus, you’ll get to create a unique holiday gift to take home!

We’ll have tasty holiday snacks and drinks; everyone is welcome to join.

SoulGiving, a highlight of Black Trans Empowerment Week, brings together the Black TQLGBIA+ community for a festive celebration. This event offers delicious food, engaging conversations, and a sense of solidarity. It's a chance for like-minded individuals to connect and celebrate their shared experiences.

Join us on Transgender Day of Remembrance, November 20, for Reign in Paradise: A Celebration of Life, in partnership with Save Our Sisters United and part of Black Trans Empowerment Week.

From 12pm until 6pm, we will be making art and holding space with a vigil at The Mahogany Center.

Community mixer will begin at The Mahogany Center at 6:30pm.

We're having a "Community Hang-Out" during Black Trans Empowerment! Come join us for a casual get-together to meet new people, make friends, and have some fun. We'll have food, games, and laughter, and you can even contribute to our trans safety quilt. Everyone is welcome, so come on by and hang out!

Encourage the rest of the black transgender, nonbinary, intersex, and gender nonbinary community.

The Trans Alliance and Empowerment Party (TEA Party), hosted by The Mahogany Project and Save Our Sister United, is a celebration of the Black and POC TGNC community in Houston. This event features a brunch, entertainment, and an awards ceremony honoring outstanding community members. Proceeds from the event fund TGNC initiatives and support community action, leadership, and civic engagement.

This event, organized by trans-led organizations, is dedicated to providing a safe space for TGNC people.

The Mahogany Project and Save Our Sisters United are excited to kick off Black Trans Empowerment Week with a joyful community celebration. This opening ceremony sets the tone for a week full of festive and inspiring activities, bringing together community members, partners, and allies. The 2024 theme, "We Are One," reminds us that despite the challenges or attempts to divide us, the community remains united in strength and resilience.

The Trans Safety Quilt is a cultural and social initiative launched by The Mahogany Project in 2024.

Learn More About Sliding Scale LGBT & Gender Affirming Therapy, HIV/STI Screenings + More. Raffle Prizes, Food & Fun!

For more information, please reach out: info@themahoganyproject.org

Celebrate our organization's 7th anniversary by highlighting our growth and the fantastic community members who have supported us. We're pleased to host a family reunion-style event with fabulous food, live music, activities like volleyball, cornhole, and giant Connect Four, prizes, and an opportunity to learn about our organization. This event is free, but only registered attendees will receive raffle tickets and prizes.

The Mahogany Project office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

LGBTQIA+ community members and authors can share space, read books our government wants to ban and learn about how to keep queer storytelling alive while listening to the best Black R&B, Hip Hop, Soul, House, and Dance music at the Black Queer Book Fair & Day Party.

Kindred Stories partners sell LGBT author books and other items. Want something tasty? Third Coast Flavor will provide popular dishes on-site. Get your TMP Pride gear before the season starts. It's a day party celebrating LGBT literature and community, not just a book fair.

During Houston's Splash and Black Pride Week, The Mahogany Project is partnering with The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, to provide a one-of-a-kind cultural and artistic event. You will gain complimentary access to a safe guided tour of two of the city's most popular exhibitions, "Multiplicity: Blackness in Contemporary American Collage" and "Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence."

Join us for an exclusive cooking class where the TGNC community can connect through the art of fine cuisine. Whether you're a beginner or simply looking to refine your culinary skills, this class is the perfect place to start.

Join Us in Celebrating and Preserving the Rich History of Houston's TQLGB Community.

In partnership with the esteemed Charles Law Library, we are proud to present an unprecedented live archiving event dedicated to capturing and conserving the vibrant stories, achievements, and legacy of Houston's Trans, Queer, Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual community.

In a heartfelt and human touch, we invite the community to come together in a vigil to celebrate and remember Diamond Brigman, a cherished soul within our community and a valued client of The Mahogany Project. Diamond's unwavering commitment to the well-being of our community, her eagerness to lend a helping hand wherever needed, and her relentless pursuit of building a thriving life for herself have left an indelible mark on all of us. Let us gather in unity to honor her memory and the beautiful legacy she leaves behind.

This March 23rd from 11 AM - 2 PM at The Mahogany Center, we're crafting the very first quilt for trans safety. Draw inspiration from the legendary AIDS quilt to create a new symbol of hope and awareness for trans lives.Be a Part of History:Bring tokens for the quiltFind comfort in communityAmplify trans voicesLet's stitch together stories of resilience. Your piece matters in this mosaic of solidarity.

Join us in a heartfelt commemoration for the remarkable Righteous Torrence "Chevy" Hill, a beacon of light and love within the Black Trans community, tragically taken from us in Atlanta, GA. Chevy, a cherished son, brother, partner, and father, was the visionary behind Evollusion, an inclusive black/queer-owned LGBTQ+ salon. His mission was to foster a welcoming environment that offered more than just beauty services, but a safe space for young Black queer people to feel affirmed and supported.

Five rounds of bingo with different prizes every round. You will get 1 FREE card per round. Any additional cards are $2, and all proceeds go to The Mahogany Project.

Hosted by Frost Town Brewing

Come and join us as we make individual maps to guide our 2024. Please bring photos, magazines, new paper, and other craft items you would like to use on your vision board, as The Mahogany Project may have a limited selection.

We cordially invite you to a significant occasion hosted by Borealis Philanthropy and The Fund for Trans Generations – The Flower Crown Project launch event. This initiative is dedicated to celebrating the brilliance and transformative influence of Black Trans Femmes, who are actively shaping the future of capacity building in philanthropy.

The Mahogany Project's inaugural holiday celebration honoring the dedication and commitment of our volunteers, partners, and community members to the organization's mission and vision.

Holiday light bites and beverages will be served.

Join us for a Community Name Change Clinic to enhance your access to voting and the legal affirmation of your documents. We understand that these services can often be expensive and strive to make them more accessible, ultimately ensuring greater convenience in your daily life.

Documents to be recovered, replaced, or changed: -ID -SSC -Birth Certificate

We cordially invite the community to join us for the 'Reign in Paradise' event, featuring this year's panel and the past two years' discussions. The event will be held at The Mahogany Project Center. Our aim is to pay tribute to and honor our trans siblings whose lives were tragically taken. We look forward to welcoming you there!

Join us for the grand finale, "The Trans Empowerment and Alliance Party - This Is Us... A Celebration of Changemakers." Salute the life, legacy, and remarkable trailblazers of Houston. Witness these beacons of change as we recognize and celebrate their role as models of possibility.

The Mahogany Project proudly presents its third summit of the year. This strategic gathering aims to outline future steps for our proposals, establish working groups, and devise a schedule for enhanced community engagement. Join us as we engage in candid discussions, brainstorm innovative solutions, and map out strategies to foster a safer and brighter community.

Experience the lively and thought-provoking world of 'Marsha's Plate,' a podcast hosted by the captivating Diamond Stylz, a Houston-based digital strategist, black feminist, civil rights advocate, and a pivotal figure in the Black trans community. With an unapologetic and humor-filled approach, 'Marsha's Plate' immerses its listeners in fresh perspectives, compelling narratives resonating with trans identity, and the inspiring voices of influential Black trans leaders. Serving as an inclusive platform, it amplifies marginalized voices, challenges societal norms, and celebrates the resilience of Black trans individuals. Join us for a live experience of the 'Marsha's Plate,' and be a part of this vibrant and transformative movement.

SoulGiving, an illustrious occasion amidst the vibrant array of events during Black Trans Empowerment Week, serves as a beacon of unity and celebration in the Black TQLGBIA+ community as the fall season unfolds. This festive gathering is a symphony of joy and connection, weaving together the rich tapestry of our community over sumptuous meals and enlightening dialogues. It's an invigorating space where kindred spirits come together, fostering deep connections in a sense of family and shared jubilation.

The Mahogany Project invites you to the fifth annual Black Trans Empowerment Week Opening Ceremony honoring Monica Roberts.