Join Us in Growing a Queer Sanctuary in the Sonoran Desert

One Saguaro at a Time

Who we are

The Rainbow Reserve Project is a nonprofit on a mission to grow the first-ever saguaro cactus memorial forest dedicated to honoring queer lives, legacies, and history.

We offer free eco-burials for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, turning ashes into sacred saguaros in the stunning Sonoran Desert.

Together, we’re celebrating life, preserving the desert, and building a lasting tribute that will stand tall for generations.

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View fullsize 🏳️‍⚧️ Pride started with bricks, not brands. Trans women of color sparked this movement. Queer folks fought back. What followed? A legacy of resistance, resilience, and refusal to be erased. Pride is not a party without purpose. It’s a pr
View fullsize Let’s challenge the modern death industry paradigm and forgo the body embalming & cement boxes in the ground. Instead, join the Rainbow Reserve Project in going against the status quo and focusing on creating a beautiful sanctuary memorial
View fullsize LGBTQ+ History Month originated in the United States as Lesbian and Gay History Month, and was first celebrated in October 1994. It was founded by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson. As the first openly gay public school teacher in Mi
View fullsize The relationships with our chosen family and friends, as well as the happiness they bring us, shape who we are. Our memories are what give us courage and consolation while we are grieving. Having this viewpoint enables us to meaningfully commemorate
View fullsize The Rainbow Reserve is more than just a nonprofit, but a lifelong passion project. We strive for a foundation of love & respect, while providing a sanctuary for LGBTQIA2S+ souls in our saguaro memorial forest🌵💚🌵Along with preserving and propag
View fullsize Saguaro cacti are plants that can live over centuries 🌵🌵 They can grow up to 80 feet & weigh multiple tons. They have many adaptations that help them survive in the beautiful Sonoran Desert. One of their more famous qualities is the growth of t

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