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GAY  MEN'S COLLECTIVE

The Gay Scene, Reinvented

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WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY YOU'VE BEEN CRAVING

Do you ever find yourself feeling lonely or out of place in the "gay scene?" 

IF YOU'RE REALLY HONEST...

Do you ever get frustrated with the kinds of guys you meet in the bars or on the dating or hookup apps? 

Are you someone who likes to set goals for yourself, but feel like you flounder when doing it alone?   

"For over a decade, I was feeling ALL of these things, and I was frustrated that there seemed to be so few options for meeting other gay guys like me.

 
I wanted more than just a hookup. I wanted to have gay friends with whom I could be my real, unedited self - without the fear of being criticized or judged."

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—Matt Moran, founder

"I thought, what if there was a place where I could easily meet and engage with other gay guys who value the things that I value? Things like honesty, kindness, authenticity, and a desire to learn and grow.

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I couldn't seem to find a place like that, so I decided to create one."

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GAY MEN'S COLLECTIVE

Introduction from Matt

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We are a genuinely WELCOMING ONLINE COMMUNITY for gay men who are desiring AUTHENTIC FRIENDSHIPS, CONNECTION, and SUPPORT.  

Join Us!

Via uniquely interactive meetups, livestream panels, Q&A sessions, videos, interviews and discussion boards, we interact regularly...swapping STORIES, EXPERIENCES, and LEARNINGS

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Our top priority is creating a space where everyone feels SEEN, SUPPORTED, and CHEERED ON as they journey towards their best selves.

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HOW IT WORKS

“Finally a place for like-minded guys to connect and engage on relatable issues.  We laugh together. We support each other through the tough stuff.  I’m so thankful for a safe place to process my emotions. I love it here.”  

Matt C.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Community groups like this are typically free.  Why are you charging for this?

It’s a fair question, and the reason is simple. People tend to pay more attention to something when they have some skin in the game. We don't want this group to be something that people casually sign up for and then ignore, or join just to meet "hot guys." We are building a real, authentic community where members engage regularly and build mutually satisfying relationships with one another.  Free groups don’t tend to attract that level of engagement or commitment.  

Can I sign up for a free trial period?

Absolutely. We are so confident in what this community has to offer you, that we are more than happy to offer you two weeks to try it out for free.  We would only ask that you keep in mind that it takes time to build real, authentic connection with others - definitely longer than two weeks.  So while the trial period will give you a taste of the way the community operates day to day, it won’t provide you with the kind of life-changing connection that can only be built over time. 

Can I join the community anonymously if I prefer not to use my real identity?

Absolutely. One of the goals of this community is for members to feel supported wherever they are on their path regarding identity, coming out, etc. All that to say, joining anonymously is perfectly fine.

Is there a code of conduct or community guidelines I should be aware of? 

Definitely. This community is designed to be a genuinely safe place for everyone (something that is often sorely missing in “gay world”), so we require that members be aware of and abide by certain guidelines when engaging with others. And because this isn't a traditional app like you're used to, both the community admins and members monitor this kind of thing very closely. 

What if I meet someone who I’m interested in romantically? 

That’d be awesome!  And while this group isn’t meant to serve as a “dating site,” per se, it’s designed in a way that allows you to engage in real time interactive live streams with other members. That way, you're not just texting with someone who has a nice profile picture, but you're interacting with them in a real space.

Can I join if I live in a country other than the U.S.? 

Absolutely. In our pilot group, we had members from Australia, South America, and Asia. 

If I show up to an interactive meetup, will I be required to talk?

No…not at all. A lot of guys enjoy showing up and just listening, which is absolutely okay.

Can I cancel my subscription at any time?

Yep! Anytime you want. (Although we’re pretty sure you’re gonna love it.)  

Can I connect with members outside of the community platform?

Totally.  In fact, we hope you do!

How will you keep this from turning into something like Scruff or Grindr? 

The men who join this group do so because they want something that doesn't resemble their experience on the apps. That desire, along with specific safeguards, allows us to facilitate something altogether different. (Our pilot group will attest to this.) 

MORE QUESTIONS?
Email matt@gaymenscollective.com

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