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The Impact of Our Programming & Events

Our Vision: Creating a Supportive, Inclusive, and Equitable Community

 

We understand that fragmentation—when someone cannot bring their whole self into healthcare spaces—creates barriers to well-being. Our work demonstrates that when people are able to integrate all aspects of who they are, they make healthier choices, access more appropriate care, and build stronger support systems.

MashUp! Programs

At MashUp, we don’t just offer services—we illuminate the roots of inequity. Our work is grounded in the belief that real change begins with self-understanding. When people are supported in integrating every aspect of who they are—mind, body, identity, culture—they become empowered to make informed choices, seek affirming care, and build lasting systems of support. We don’t provide one-time solutions; we nurture lifelong transformation. Click the links to learn more about our current programs, listed below. 

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Dining Dialogues

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Mindful MashUp!

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Timeless Jewels

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EJR Leadership

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Melanin Mondays

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Wholiness Project

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Research &

Impact

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Annual Event Programming

Annual Events

Giving Out Loud

The Giving Out Loud Brunch is our staple MashUp! Weekend Fundraising event. Each year we honor and celebrate individuals in our community who have contributed to advancing the well-being of the Black LGBTQ+ community. 

MashUp! Weekend

MashUp Weekend is a three-day cultural festival and community gathering that celebrates the brilliance, resilience, and joy of Black LGBTQ+ communities. Each year, it brings together art, nightlife, family, and purpose — creating a space where our culture is uplifted, our stories are centered, and our collective power is undeniable.

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Upcoming Events

  • Breaking Bread
    Breaking Bread
    Wed, Oct 21
    The Rainbow Room
    Oct 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    The Rainbow Room, 225 S 11th St, Nashville, TN 37206, USA
    Breaking Bread is a MashUp Dining Dialogues Wholiness Project conversation series at The Haven, with each event having its own topic. We gather, eat, share our perspectives, and listen to experiences different from your own.
  • Hoodoo Heritage Festival
    Hoodoo Heritage Festival
    Sat, Oct 24
    632 W Old Hickory Blvd
    Oct 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    632 W Old Hickory Blvd, 632 W Old Hickory Blvd, Madison, TN 37115, USA
    A celebration of African American folklore, history, music, art, scholarship, and community. Come honor the roots, celebrate the culture, and help preserve Hoodoo for future generations.
  • The Clearing: The Book of the Living pt 1
    The Clearing: The Book of the Living pt 1
    Mon, Oct 26
    Scarritt Bennett Center
    Oct 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Scarritt Bennett Center, 1027 18th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212, USA
    Join MashUp and Scarritt Bennett Center's Racial Justice Ministries for the launch of The Clearing — a space to explore spiritual discovery through story, wisdom, and community.
  • Timeless Jewels Monthly Soiree - October Jazz Night
    Timeless Jewels Monthly Soiree - October Jazz Night
    Fri, Oct 30
    Oct 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Nashville Jazz Workshop, 1012 Buchanan St, Nashville, TN 37208, USA
    Timeless Jewels creates space where lived experiences are honored and wisdom is shared. These gatherings foster connection and belonging for individuals age 50 and above. Whether you're 50+ or simply seeking a mature, intentional environment, Timeless Jewels welcomes you.
  • The Living Table : Remembrance Table
    The Living Table : Remembrance Table
    Nov 01, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Grams Coffee, 632 W Old Hickory Blvd, Madison, TN 37115, USA
    A community potluck creating space to remember those we’ve lost, together.
  • MashUp! Weekend 2027 Save the Date
    MashUp! Weekend 2027 Save the Date
    Fri, Feb 19
    Location will be announced
    Feb 19, 2027, 8:00 PM – Feb 21, 2027, 4:00 PM
    Location will be announced
    Our Annual MashUp Weekend is a three-day culture fest and community gathering that celebrates our Black LGBTQ+ community. The weekend hosts 4 events each unique and dedicated to centering our lived experiences. Join the MashUp family, where every piece of you is welcomed home.
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