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The Albuquerque Social Club is committed to supporting and empowering Albuquerque’s LGBTQ+ community by fostering a space of inclusion, social connection, and cultural expression. Our mission is to create a vibrant and resilient community through diverse programs, advocacy, and resources that promote equality, health, and solidarity. Dedicated to preserving our unique history and celebrating diversity, The Soch is a home where individuals come together to connect, thrive, and drive positive change in Albuquerque and beyond.

Why give?

  • Preserving LGBTQ+ History

    Your support helps maintain one of Albuquerque’s longest-standing LGBTQ+ spaces, ensuring its history and impact are never forgotten.

  • Creating a Safe & Inclusive Space

    The Soch provides a welcoming, judgment-free environment where LGBTQ+ individuals and allies can gather, connect, and thrive.

  • Supporting Local LGBTQ+ Events & Programming

    Donations help fund community events, drag performances, themed nights, and cultural programs that bring people together.

  • Providing Resources & Advocacy

    Contributions allow us to offer resources for LGBTQ+ individuals, including health initiatives, networking opportunities, and advocacy efforts.

  • Building a Stronger Community

    Every donation strengthens our ability to foster friendships, mentorships, and support networks for the LGBTQ+ community in Albuquerque.

  • Keeping the Club Open & Thriving

    Memberships and bar sales alone aren’t always enough—your donation helps cover essential operating costs to keep The Soch alive for future generations.

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Goal

$30,000

Raised

$19,600

Progress

65.3%

Preserving LGBTQ+ History & Fostering a Safe Community

Your support helps protect the legacy of one of Albuquerque’s oldest LGBTQ+ spaces, ensuring its impact endures. The Soch also provides a welcoming haven where individuals can gather, celebrate, and thrive without judgment.

Empowering Events & Advocacy

From drag performances to themed nights, your donations fund inclusive events that unite and uplift. Your contributions also allow us to provide critical resources, health initiatives, and advocacy programs for the LGBTQ+ community.

Strengthening Community & Sustaining The Soch

Every gift enhances the friendships, mentorships, and support networks that form our LGBTQ+ family. Memberships and bar sales alone aren’t enough—your donation keeps The Soch alive and thriving for future generations.

ASCIP Donation Page

Albuquerque Social Club Improvement Project

Tax deductible donation

Our Mission

The ASCIP was formed to maintain, renovate, and improve the Albuquerque Social Club, and for other incidental purposes that not-for-profit corporations pursue under the laws of New Mexico—ultimately benefiting our local LGTBIQ+ community.

Help Improve the Albuquerque Social Club

By donating, you directly support renovations and critical updates that keep this space inclusive, accessible, and vibrant. Every contribution safeguards a welcoming haven where our LGBTQ+ community can thrive.

 FAQs

Donating to ASCIP (501(c)(3)) vs. Donating to ASC (501(c)(7))

  • • ASCIP (501(c)(3)): A nonprofit charitable organization recognized by the IRS for religious, charitable, or educational purposes. Donations to ASCIP are tax deductible for donors (to the extent allowed by law).

    • ASC (501(c)(7)): A nonprofit social club primarily organized for the pleasure and recreation of its members. Because it is a social club rather than a charitable organization, donations to ASC are not tax deductible for donors.

  • If you wish to claim a tax deduction, donating to the 501(c)(3) (ASCIP) is your best option. Your contribution directly supports ASCIP’s mission to maintain, renovate, and improve the Albuquerque Social Club for the benefit of the broader LGBTQ+ community.

  • Donating to ASC can directly support the day-to-day operations and social programming of the Albuquerque Social Club (ASC). Although it is not tax deductible, your gift helps ensure the club can continue offering a vibrant gathering place and events for its members.

  • Yes. Some donors choose to make a portion of their gift to ASCIP (where it may be tax deductible) and another portion to ASC (to directly fund social or recreational activities). Each organization will provide its own acknowledgment or receipt.

  • Contributions to ASC typically support ongoing operations, member activities, and social events. Because ASC is a social club, its focus is primarily on creating a safe, fun environment for its membership.

  • Contributions to ASC typically support ongoing operations, member activities, and social events. Because ASC is a social club, its focus is primarily on creating a safe, fun environment for its membership.

  • • If you want a tax deduction and to help fund improvements or philanthropic endeavors for the club, donate to ASCIP (501(c)(3)).

    • If you want to help support the club’s daily operations and member‐oriented activities, donate to ASC (501(c)(7)).

    • Many donors elect to do both, combining the benefits of tax‐deductible giving with the satisfaction of directly supporting ASC’s social programming.

  • • ASCIP (501(c)(3)): Consult the donation page or instructions provided by the Albuquerque Social Club Improvement Project for tax‐deductible contributions. (link above)

    • ASC (501(c)(7)): Reach out directly to the Albuquerque Social Club for details on how to donate to operations or member programs or use the donation link at the top of the page.