Rainbow UA’s mission is to create community, provide support, and share resources for LGBTQIA+ families and individuals in Upper Arlington.

Preorder today!

Preorder today!

🌈 Rainbow UA Pride Collection – Presale Now Open! 🌈

Celebrate community and show your Golden Bear spirit with the official Rainbow UA (Rainbow Upper Arlington) Hoodie or T-shirt! This exclusive presale will be open for 3 weeks only, running from Monday, October 6 through Friday, October 24, 2025.

Whether you’re showing support at a community event or staying cozy on campus, the Rainbow UA Hoodie or T-shirt is a perfect way to rep Rainbow UA Pride and the values it stands for.

Show your pride. Support your community. Wear it with purpose. 🌈✨

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Upcoming Events
5K for Kids Mental Health
Oct 11
5K for Kids Mental Health

Rainbow UA is teaming up for the 5K for Kids’ Mental Health—and we’d love for you to join us!

Why We Walk, Run and Fundraise

One in five kids is living with a mental health disorder—but five out of five have mental health. Every child deserves access to resources, support, and hope. This is especially critical for LGBTQ+ youth, who are at a higher risk of attempting suicide than their peers. In 2024, The Trevor Project reported that more than 1 in 10 (12%) of LGBTQ+ young people had attempted suicide, and a startling 50% of LGBTQ+ young people who wanted mental health care in the past year were unable to get it.

How You Can Help

  • Donate: Every dollar makes a difference. Select a member of our team and click “donate” to support the cause.

  • Join the Team: Lace up and walk or run alongside us—whether in Columbus or virtually.

  • Spread the Word: Share our page with your friends, family, and networks.

This isn't just a 5K—it's a movement. Together, we're raising awareness and funds to advance the mission of The Kids Mental Health Foundation: to provide free, expert-created mental health resources to empower grownups with confidence to understand, address and promote the mental health of kids.

Your generosity and support are invaluable. Together, we’re building a brighter future and supporting a cause that truly matters.

Thank You!

PAWS: Pet Adventure Walk & Social (Copy) (Copy)
Oct 11
PAWS: Pet Adventure Walk & Social (Copy) (Copy)

Join your hosts, Brian and Red, for Rainbow UA PAWS community dog walk on Saturday, September 13!

What is Rainbow UA PAWS? The Rainbow UA Pet Adventure Walk & Social club is a chance for dogs and their humans to socialize in an inclusive environment, with your hosts Red and Brian, Rainbow UA Board Member.

When and where? The 2nd Saturday of each month, when the date doesn't conflict with other Rainbow UA events. Meet at Griggs Park, 2899 Nottingham Rd, at 10:30am, and we'll start walking at 10:45. Look for the Pride Flag!

* 18+ or with a responsible adult.

* Dogs must be leashed and controlled at all times.

* Please bring supplies to clean up after your pet.

* Dog friendly 18+ humans without a pet are welcome to join!

Rainbow UA is a community-led, volunteer organization. Please consider donating to support our year-long community outreach efforts.

#dogwalk#rainbowua#community#upperarlingtonohio

PAWS: Pet Adventure Walk & Social (Copy)
Nov 8
PAWS: Pet Adventure Walk & Social (Copy)

Join your hosts, Brian and Red, for Rainbow UA PAWS community dog walk on Saturday, September 13!

What is Rainbow UA PAWS? The Rainbow UA Pet Adventure Walk & Social club is a chance for dogs and their humans to socialize in an inclusive environment, with your hosts Red and Brian, Rainbow UA Board Member.

When and where? The 2nd Saturday of each month, when the date doesn't conflict with other Rainbow UA events. Meet at Griggs Park, 2899 Nottingham Rd, at 10:30am, and we'll start walking at 10:45. Upcoming meet ups: August 9th, September 13th, and November 8th.

* 18+ or with a responsible adult.

* Dogs must be leashed and controlled at all times.

* Please bring supplies to clean up after your pet.

* Dog friendly 18+ humans without a pet are welcome to join!

Rainbow UA is a community-led, volunteer organization. Please consider donating to support our year-long community outreach efforts.

#dogwalk #rainbowua #community #upperarlingtonohio

 A HUGE Thank You to Our Sponsors for Pride 2025!
Schumacher & Bauer logo, Columbus Dentists Family and Cosmetic
Tansky Sawmill Toyota
Upper Arlington Preventative Primary Care
Organization Pending Upper Arlington Home Organization
Wild Goose Creative
Cryobio Sponsorship
Starburst Media, Owner Laura Oldham

Pride News Stories

Upper Arlington celebrates Pride Month

June 11, 2023, WSYX Channel 6

Pillars of Rainbow UA

Community

Bringing together LGBTQIA+ residents and allies to network and promote a welcoming sense of belonging. Provide support and network for families in the community, from all the schools and all age levels. Peer to peer mentoring.

 

Representation

Advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights within the UA community . Coordinate events, speakers, and book clubs. Share lived experiences.

Resource Sharing

Provide connections to resources and organizations that provide LGBTQIA+ services such as health, youth programming, and pro bono legal representation.

 

For Families and Kids

Promote volunteerism and philanthropy projects for LGBTQIA+ organizations in the Central Ohio community.