ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — A new nonprofit to help support the LGBT community in Tampa Bay will be launching this week with a community event.
Inclusive Care Group, which has offices in St. Petersburg and Tampa, said it would be holding the launch event for the new ICG Foundation at LALA St. Pete Friday from 2 p.n. to 6 p.m..
“A vibrant celebration featuring dazzling performances by drag queens, exciting raffles, an open bar, and free HIV testing, this public event will provide LGBTQ+ community members and allies the opportunity to make a difference and unite as World AIDS Awareness Month gets underway,” a release from ICG said.
The Foundation will assist members of the LGBTQ community access critical healthcare that they may have challenges in getting.
“The LGBTQ+ community faces unique challenges, and the recent elections highlight the ongoing fight for equity and access to essential resources,” said Dr. Antonio Luis, Founder of ICG Foundation. “Our mission is to bridge these gaps with programs that provide free testing, education, and comprehensive healthcare support, ensuring everyone can live a healthy and empowered life.”
To learn more about the foundation, visit icgfdn.org.