PFLAG Rehoboth Beach

Our Vision

PFLAG envisions a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

Our Mission

At PFLAG Rehoboth Beach, our mission is to build on the strength of loving families united with LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. Together, we support one another, educate ourselves and our community, and advocate for a world where every heart and mind respects, values, and affirms LGBTQ+ people.

We meet people where they are—offering a safe, welcoming space for those with questions, those seeking connection, and those ready to share their stories. The power of one parent, family member, or friend offering love and acceptance to another cannot be overstated.

  • Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions, communicate openly, and uphold clear boundaries to build trust and integrity in all we do.

  • Bravery: We speak up and act with courage. We advocate boldly, embrace vulnerability, and engage in meaningful conversations—even when they’re difficult.

  • Community & Collaboration: We lead with love. We listen with compassion, center our community’s needs, and draw strength from our collective unity.

  • Inclusivity & Belonging: We create a space where everyone feels seen and valued. We honor diverse identities and experiences and weave them into every aspect of our work.

  • Growth: We are always learning. We adapt, evolve, and stay curious—growing stronger through both our successes and our challenges.

On Finding out Your Child (or Someone Else You Love) is LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Etc.)

  • You are not alone – the fact is one in every four families has an LGBTQ+ member.

  • Give Yourself Time - This is new information to you, and you need time to collect your thoughts, to educate yourself, and to understand what you have just found out. PFLAG - Rehoboth Beach is here to help with that understanding.

  • You have a right to your feelings. 

  • Remember that your child (or someone else you love) is the same person that they were the day before coming out.

  • Your child’s (or someone else you love’s) coming out is a compliment to you – they trust you and love you.

  • PFLAG - Rehoboth Beach can help you by giving you a place to share your story.  Other parents and friends can lend support. We've been there and we want to help you.

  • Love your child (or someone else you love) just the way they are.  Don’t try to change them.  Don’t be part of the 26 percent who put them out on the street.

  • You did not cause this nor did your child (or someone else you love) choose their orientation.

  • Begin to educate yourself.  PFLAG - Rehoboth Beach can help you.  The more you learn – the better you will feel.

  • Give yourself time to heal and learn.

  • Coming out is a freeing experience for your child (or someone else you love). They can still have a good normal life with a loving partner.

  • Your coming out gradually can also be a freeing experience for you.

  • In time, you may even become an activist.