LGBTQ Minus Tobacco

09/14/2026

Happy National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month!

Every flag tells a story — of family, of culture, of identity, of pride. This month, we're celebrating the beautiful overlap between our Hispanic/Latinx and LGBTQ+ communities, because health equity means showing up for ALL of who you are.

Big To***co has spent decades targeting our communities with predatory marketing. We're flipping the script — through outreach, education, and advocacy that centers YOU.

Want to get involved or learn more? Head to https://www.lgbtqminusto***co.org/

09/10/2026

Thinking about quitting ni****ne? Sharing this great opportunity!

The Collective Coalition (San Diego) is hosting QUIT NIC! — a free monthly virtual workshop made by and for the q***r community, led by Elena (they/she), a certified To***co Treatment Specialist.

No judgment, just support.
Every 3rd Wednesday at 2pm
Next session: September 17th

Whether you're just starting to think about quitting or you're already on the journey, this is a great space to get support.

Scan the QR code to register now!

***coFree

09/10/2026

The U.S. throws away 500,000 disposable vapes a day. If we took all the vapes sold in 2023 and lined them up, it would stretch over 8,700 miles. That’s three times the width of the US. Gavin Newsom should sign AB 762 to stop this excessive contributor to electronic waste.

Sign the petition: https://pirg.org/california/take-action/tell-the-governor-stop-disposable-vape-waste/

09/01/2026

This National Recovery Month, we're celebrating every kind of recovery — including the fight to quit to***co.

Big To***co has spent decades targeting our community. Choosing recovery, in any form, is an act of resilience and self-love.

Whatever milestone you're celebrating this month, we're cheering you on. Find support and resources here → https://www.lgbtqminusto***co.org/quitting-smoking-va**ng

08/24/2026

Happy National Wellness Month!

"Accept no one's definition of your life, define yourself." — Harvey Fierstein

Wellness isn't one-size-fits-all — it's about showing up for yourself in the ways that matter most to you, whether that's mental health, physical health, community connection, or breaking free from habits that no longer serve you (looking at you, to***co ).

This month, we're celebrating everyone taking steps — big or small — toward defining their own path to a healthier life.

***coFree

08/21/2026

New school year, new you?

Real talk: quitting va**ng doesn't just clear your lungs — it can clear your head too. Research shows depression symptoms often ease up after quitting ni****ne. So while you're leveling up your class schedule this year, why not level up your mental health too?

You don't have to do it alone — free help is just a click away.

👉 https://www.cyanonline.org/quit-to***co

08/19/2026

Attention, Concord Residents!!!

The California LGBTQ Health & Human Services Network is gathering community input to better understand how local policies shape alcohol and substance use. Share your experiences through a community health survey and help inform programs that support LGBTQ+ communities.

See if you qualify for the full study—start with a quick eligibility screener: https://criticalpublichealth.org/leas-screener

08/17/2026

Secondhand and thirdhand smoke hurts furry friends too!

Our pets can't tell us when smoke is making them sick — but the science speaks for them. Cats exposed to secondhand smoke face a higher risk of certain cancers, and dogs living in smoking households face increased risks of respiratory issues and cancer too. Even after the smoke clears, toxic residue (thirdhand smoke) lingers on furniture, carpets, and fur — and pets who groom themselves end up ingesting it.

Protecting your home from to***co smoke doesn't just protect you and your family — it protects your best friend too.

Want tips on going smoke-free at home? Drop a comment below!

***coFree

08/12/2026

Working with Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District (LVJUSD) students has revealed statistics like nearly 60% of juniors find to***co products easy to get and q***r students are 10x more likely to use to***co than their straight peers. We can work together to change the future to be better for everyone....

Today we want to recognize the young people who have worked to improve their own futures!

07/28/2026