Name: Matthew Shepard Day of Rememberance
Start: 2026-10-12
Location: Dallas Hope Charities

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A community gathering to honor Matthew Shepard's life and legacy, hosted at Dallas Hope Charities. This annual day of remembrance brings people together to reflect on Matthew's story, celebrate the work of the Matthew Shepard Foundation in eliminating hate crimes, and reaffirm our commitment to dignity and equality for all people.

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On Monday, October 12th, A community gathering to honor Matthew Shepard's life and legacy, hosted at Dallas Hope Charities. This annual day of remembrance

A community gathering to honor Matthew Shepard's life and legacy, hosted at Dallas Hope Charities. This annual day of remembrance brings people together

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A community gathering to honor Matthew Shepard's life and legacy, hosted at Dallas Hope Charities. This annual day of remembrance brings people together to refl...

Matthew Shepard Day of Rememberance – Oct 12, 2026 – Dallas Hope

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Dallas Hope Charities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Dallas, TX providing the first LGBT-focused youth homeless shelter and comprehensive support services for LGBTQIA+ young adults aged 18-24. The organization uniquely combines safe housing with essential resources including mental health support, financial literacy, and community programs designed to instill dignity and stability. Key features include the Dallas Hope Center shelter, Collective Hope Coalition suicide prevention initiatives, Hopeful Discussions educational workshops, and Safe Place support services.

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