Whether you've been part of the trans community for years or are just beginning to explore, there is a place for you here. Here's how to connect with us.
Ways to Participate
Join the Mailing List
Email info@blahajchurch.org to receive gathering details and community updates. It's the easiest way to stay connected.
Attend a Gathering
We meet monthly in the San Francisco Bay Area and weekly online. Come as you are — no commitment required. See our gatherings.
Become a Congregant
No formal registration is required, but we encourage it. Simply email us or join the mailing list, and you're part of the community.
Volunteer
Help organize events, maintain the website, or support community initiatives. Every contribution strengthens what we're building together.
Start a Chapter
Interested in starting a Blahaj Church community in your area? We'd love to help you get started. Contact us to learn more.
Become a Minister
Learn about our ministerial training program and how you can serve the community. Explore ministerial training.
Tax status: The Blahaj Church is incorporated in California, our IRS 501(c)(3) recognition is pending, and donations are not currently tax-deductible.
Training Reimbursement
We Invest in Your Growth
The Blahaj Church believes that building skills is a sacred act of self-care and community care. We offer training reimbursement to board members, officers, and congregants on a case-by-case basis. All are strongly encouraged to apply.
Training we're especially eager to support includes:
- Safety training – first aid, CPR, de-escalation techniques, personal safety, or vehicle safety courses
- Self-defense – martial arts, self-defense classes, or personal safety workshops
- Public speaking – effective presentations and community engagement skills
If you're interested, reach out to the church office at info@blahajchurch.org. The board, treasurer, or First Minister will consider requests based on relevance to our mission, quality, and cost of the training.
Grants for Affirming Documents
Your Documents Should Reflect Who You Are
Having legal documents that reflect your lived gender can make a real difference — reducing harassment and opening access to essential services. We know that cost can be a barrier, and we don't want it to stand in your way.
The Blahaj Church offers grants to help cover the cost of obtaining affirming legal documents. If this is something you need, we encourage you to apply by contacting us at info@blahajchurch.org.
Board Opportunities
Our board has open seats, and we welcome new voices. Board members serve one-year terms and help guide the direction of the church. As part of our commitment to the community we serve, a majority of board seats must be held by trans, gender non-conforming, or intersex individuals.
If you're interested in helping shape the future of the Blahaj Church, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about our governance structure, or email us at info@blahajchurch.org to express your interest.
Reach Out
For security reasons, specific meeting locations are shared by email with those who RSVP. Learn more about our safety practices.
For more about how we protect our community, see our Safety & Privacy page.