Sustaining independent LGBTQ journalism and community storytelling in Houston.
For more than three decades, OutSmart has documented the stories, achievements, and challenges of Houston’s LGBTQ community. Through thoughtful reporting and community storytelling, the publication has become a trusted source of information, visibility, and connection for LGBTQ residents and allies.
The OutSmart Foundation for LGBTQ News and Media was established to sustain and expand this work by supporting independent journalism, educational media initiatives, and storytelling that reflects the diverse experiences of LGBTQ communities.
Over the years, OutSmart Media has earned numerous local and national awards for journalistic excellence while building strong partnerships with thousands of businesses and organizations that support the LGBTQ community and help sustain quality journalism.
A Legacy of Community Journalism
OutSmart was founded in 1994 by publisher Greg Jeu, with the support of community members who believed Houston’s LGBTQ community deserved a publication that reflected its diversity and evolving voice. At a time when many LGBTQ publications focused mainly on nightlife listings, OutSmart expanded the conversation with journalism covering the issues, people, and ideas shaping LGBTQ life.
From the beginning, the magazine reported on public policy, health, religion, arts and culture, sports, and community leadership—sharing the stories of LGBTQ people and allies while fostering visibility and understanding across the broader community.
Over the years, OutSmart has earned numerous local and national awards for journalistic excellence and remains a trusted voice documenting LGBTQ life in Houston.
OUR MISSION
To strengthen and sustain LGBTQ community journalism in Houston so that the stories, voices, and experiences of our community are documented, shared, and preserved.
OUR IMPACT
30+ Years documenting LGBTQ life in Houston
Hundreds of Leaders & Organizations featured in our pages
Award-Winning Journalism recognized locally and nationally
Next-Generation Journalists trained through internships
Nonprofit and Community Initiatives amplified through storytelling
A Living Record of Houston’s LGBTQ history and culture
Help ensure LGBTQ stories continue to be told.
Your support makes this work possible. By making a one-time donation, becoming a sustaining member, or exploring partnership opportunities, you help preserve community history, strengthen independent journalism, and expand storytelling that informs and connects our community.
board of directors
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Greg Jeu
Executive Director & Founder
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Kelly McCann
Board Member & Former CEO of AIDS Foundation Houston
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Glenda McGinnis
Board Member & Community Service Advocate
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James Hurst
Board Member & 30-Year HISD Bilingual Diagnostician
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Alex Rosa
Advisory Board Member & OutSmart Media Creative Director
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Dalton DeHart
Advisory Board Member & Distinguished Photographer
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Ian Haddock
Advisory Board Member & Founder and Executive Director of The Normal Anomaly Initiative