Families with gender-diverse grownups...
Families with gender-diverse kiddos...
This one's for YOU!

Hot Metal has received grant funding specifically to build an intentional community for genderful families! Our vision is for this to be a safe, joyful, connected group of families that together create intergenerational bonds, mutual support, celebration, and resilience.
But more importantly, what is YOUR vision for your genderful family?

UPCOMING EVENTS

Movie Meet-Up

Wednesday, July 15 @ 3 PM
Rowhouse Theater Dormont
(1449 Potomac Ave, Dormont)
Join with families and allies for a casual hang out to see “Shrek.” No RSVP needed, but consider buying tickets in advance. ($5)

Outdoor Movie Meet-Up

Tuesday, July 28 @ Dusk
Ormsby Park (49 S 22nd St, Southside)
Join with families and allies for a casual meet up to watch “Minecraft” with other gender diverse families. BYO blanket and snacks. No RSVP needed.

Parent Support Coffee

Every 3rd Saturday (July 18) @ 9:30 AM
The Soft Spot Cafe (5407 Penn Ave, Garfield)
Join with other guardians who are caring for gender diverse loved ones. This is an affirming establishment and safe environment to share joys, difficulties, and things you’re learning. No RSVP needed.

Family Game Night

Friday, August 14 @ 6:30-9:30 PM
Location: Email genderful@hotmetalbridge.com for Address
Join with families and allies for an evening of games and fun! Pizza, snacks and non alcoholic drinks will be provided. All ages welcome.

MEET EMMA

Longtime Hot Metaller and mom of 2 awesome kids, Emma is the program director for Genderful Families. Emma would love to talk with you one-on-one or through our survey to learn about your hopes for your genderful family

Email: eborbin@gmail.com

SO... IS THIS A CHURCH THING?

Yes and no. This community is built by Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community, a church, but it is not a faith-focused program and does not impose religious belief or practice. It is open to families of all religions and no religion. 

But let's get real, so many of the harms experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community have been caused or reinforced by the Church. So we think the responsibility for repair also rests with the Church. Hot Metal has an established history of inclusive practice and is already shaped by gender-diverse families within our shared life. This is just who we are.

DO I HAVE TO BE A MEMBER?

lol No. Genderful Families is it's own thing. It's in the Hot Metal family, but if this is the closest you get, you're still exactly where you need to be. And if you are a member, you can extend the invitation to friends, classmates, and neighbors.

LOOK FOR THE “G”

Getting to know new people in real life and walking into new places can be stressful. Look for a sign with our “G” to know you’re in the right spot.

P.S. NOT TOTALLY RELATED, BUT...

🌈 HOT METAL HAS PRIDE TEES 🌈
bonfire.com/store/hot-metal-pride-tees
Wear your heart on your sleeve, two new designs are up for 2026! Last year's designs are also still available and we loved seeing them year-round.