Money raised from the Rehoboth Beach Pride Raffle is used to support unhoused LGBTQ+ Youth in Delaware. We are excited to share that one of the recipients of those funds will be Lifelines South. For many years, Lifelines (operated by West End Neighborhood House) has provided housing support for LGBTQ+ youth, unaccompanied youth, and youth who have experienced foster care. This new location expands their presence into Kent and Sussex Counties.
Many times LGBTQ+ youth are estranged or displaced from their families and support systems because of who they are. Whether they were put out of their parents home, living in unsafe conditions or fearful of coming out, our Safe Space programming and housing will provide just that, a safe space. The program will provide the same level of intensive case management in order for the youth to become as self-sufficient as possible. Youth can apply for housing at 18 years of age and remain in the program until they turn 23, should they choose or need to do so.
Lifelines South opened on June 9th, 2025. Our Sussex Pride Housing volunteer Emily Geckle was on hand to show support along with Senators Chris Coon and Lisa Blunt Rochester.
The Rehoboth Beach Pride Raffle raised a total of $1,500. $500 will be donated to Lifelines South, $500 will be donated to the Safeguards Housing Committee, and $500 will support the Sussex Housing Group of Housing Alliance Delaware. In addition, Gay Women of Rehoboth will be making a donation from their Rehoboth Beach Pride Women’s Music and Comedy Event.
If you are interested in supporting unhoused LGBTQ+ Youth in Delaware, reach out to our volunteer Emily at housing@sussexpride.org. You can also follow Sussex Pride Housing on the web at sussexpride.org/housing, on facebook at facebook.com/sussexpridehousing, on instagram at instagram.com/sussexpridehousing, or join our google group.