Project R.E.A.L. (Real Empowerment on All Levels), a program of PRN, is a safe and social space for LGBTQ+ young adults 18-29 located in Asbury Park. REAL provides a meeting space where LGBTQ+ can gather, create events, and build a community of peer support.  [email protected]

The programs offered at Project REAL change monthly and are developed by the programs participants. The majority of REAL’s programs are for the broad LGBTQ+ community, however some nights are for specific demographics to provide a unique safe space.

Event Types: (Unless specified, events are for those 18-29)

• Drop In: Make the space your own, no specific plans for the evening.  Cook a meal, break out a board/card game, or gather around a movie or two.
• Event Nights: Change each month, but usually begin at 7pm.  Have an event you want to see or even create for the community, let us know!
• Trans Time! (1st & 3rd Wed): A night exclusivly for our Trans  & Non-Binary folx is a social and supportive night.  This group is for high school ages and up, so those at at every stage of their journey can support each other. 
• Core Group: This night is a meeting of the CG which is the decision making body within Project REAL.  Participants join and help us plan what events happen within REAL and outside in the community!
• REALtalk: is not your mother's sex talk.  This group is for gay/bi/queer male identified individuals and is an open space to discuss navigating a healthy sexual lifestyle. First time participants recieve a $10 Target Giftcard.

Volunteer opportunities include:

• For those 18-29 join Core Group and help create, facilitate, and market events!  
• For those outside our demographic, volunteer opportunities include what you are passionate about! What event night or resource can you bring to the participants and the community?

Eligibility	Project REAL is a space for the young LGBTQ+ community, though our straight allies are welcome. For all but TransTime we do have an age restriction of 18-29.
Age Groups	Adolescents Adults
Community Services	Community Community Education Community Service Drop In / Community Center Volunteer Opportunities Family & Support Services LGBTQ Referral Services Youth Groups
Treatment Services	Outpatient Services Social Skills
Payment Types	Free

Last Updated: 05/03/24