Help Support Out & Sober Minnesota!

The impact that Out & Sober Minnesota has had in my own life and the lives of many of my friends in recovery and queer spaces within the community is remarkable. 

I have been able to give back to others in a meaningful way by helping plan and coordinate free/low-cost monthly events where people can be themselves and be included - creating memories and enjoying life to its fullest without the need for drugs and alcohol. In my experience, sober connection and belonging is the antidote to a life of isolation and addiction. Staying involved with OSM has helped me strengthen, support and propel my own journey of recovery. 

From cookie decorating, to river tubing, to exploring art exhibits and museums, our events bring us together and help instill a sense of hope that life can be fun and full of love and light and joy. Sometimes I wonder to myself "Why do I keep going?" The answer is experiences with friends like this. 

We have been thanked by many people for providing programming for sober people looking for something to do and to be included in a group setting. One person even told me that our snow tubing event was the highlight of their whole month, one of the best days of their life in a long time. (I agree, it was that much fun!)

I look forward to continuing to help Out & Sobers mission of bringing people together and creating more memories I won't soon forget. Thank you so much for helping us along the way.                Love, John.