FAQ
Who/What is Fern Connections?
Fern Connections is a LGBTQIA+ & Ally Inclusive Matchmaking and Date, Relationship, and Teen Coaching company that was founded by Daphney Poyser in 2020. At Fern Connections we believe that love, community, and connection are key elements of a life worth living, and we are proudly enthusiastic to advocate for love each and every day!
Who do you work with?
Fern Connections works with the LGBTQIA+ and Allied community. This means that we work with individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, non-binary, gender queer or gender non-conforming, and who are two-spirit, intersex or asexual, undefined or somewhere in-between and a select number of individuals who identify as straight but are allies of the queer community. Fern Connections is committed to creating safe spaces for our clients and our team, and we honor this commitment by only working with folks who we believe, and themselves believe to be advocates for inclusive love for all. You can learn more about our mission on our About Us page!
Does Fern Connections have an age limit for the people they work with?
For Matchmaking, the Personalized Dating Plan, Date Coaching and Relationship Coaching individuals are required to be at least 21 years of age or older. Teen Coaching Services are for individuals who are of 15-19 years of age; however, for individuals under 18 parental consent is also required.
Where are your services available?
Fern Connections currently works with individuals and organizations located in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
How does LGBTQIA+ Matchmaking work?
Fern Connections offers 3 or 5 date packages for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. In working with our Matchmaker, you will have the opportunity to make meaningful connections with other singles, learn how to become a better dater and how to more graciously accept and trust yourself as someone’s future partner, and so much more in the process. Please check out the Matchmaking section on our How It Works or Services page for more information!
How much do Matchmaking services cost?
Matchmaking services start at $4,950. More information on this service can be found on the Matchmaking page on our website.
Besides Matchmaking, what other services does Fern Connections offer?
In addition to Matchmaking services, which include our Three (3) and Five (5) Date Packages, and our Annual and Lifetime Database Memberships, Fern Connections offers Coaching Services. Our Coaching Services include our Personalized Dating Plan, Date Coaching, Relationship Coaching, and Teen Coaching services for individuals who are looking to dive deeper into learning more about a variety of topics such as learning how to communicate effectively, how to navigate conflict, how to establish healthy romantic and non-romantic relationships and more. Additionally, Fern Connections offers Date Planning, where we will prepare, plan, and coordinate a fun, unique experience for you and your partner(s). Fern Connections is also available to host events for non-profit organizations and for-profit companies, such as workshops, networking or internal matchmaking events, speaking engagements, and other industry specific events. If you are interested in working with Fern Connections to help elevate your next event please send us an email at fernconnections@fernconnections.com or fill out the information request form below!
Are your events just for singles?
No! Unless explicitly stated Fern Connections’ events are open to individuals of all genders and sexualities, single or coupled; however, for our family-friendly events, such as cooking or art classes we ask that anyone under the age of 18 please be accompanied by an adult.
What is the difference between Date Coaching and Relationship Coaching?
Date Coaching is for singles who want to learn how to set actionable dating goals and become a better ally to their own dating intentions. Relationship Coaching is for singles or couples who want to learn how to become better partners in your current and prospective relationships.
Is there a cost to become a Database Member?
Yes. Annual Database Membership are $195 for a one year membership, and Lifetime Database Memberships are a $500 one time fee, and allow you to be included in Fern Connections’ Database for as long as you’re interested in being matched with potential Dating Candidates. More information on this service can be found on the Matchmaking page on our website.
Can I see who is in your database?
No, in order to protect the privacy of our clients the database is not available to individuals outside of Fern Connections.
How do you find potential matches for your clients?
We find people through a variety of sources including but not limited to: Community outreach, Matchmaker collaborations, Company led advertising and marketing campaigns, and of course our Single Searches!
Before a date, will I be able to see photos of who I’m going out with?
Yes! Once you become a client or database member, the Matchmaker will provide you with information about your potential match confidentially. If you are interested in becoming a client please fill out the information request form located below.
How do the Single Searches work?
Fern Connections’ Single Searches are a way for us to let individuals know who/what some of the amazing folks we work with are looking for in a potential partner*! If you think that you would be a great potential match for someone based on the Single Searches we’ve posted on our website or on social media, please submit an information request form below to learn more about how you could meet your next match.
*All individuals who are interested in being matched with one of our clients must purchase at minimum an Annual Database Membership with Fern Connections, to be considered.
Does Fern Connections do background checks?
Yes. We do a mandatory background check, through a Third Party, on all internal clients prior to their first date. However, Fern Connections does not conduct background checks on potential Dating Candidates that are clients of another Matchmaker and/or Dating Industry professional.
If you have any additional questions that have not already been answered on this page or the additional pages on our website, please feel free to email us at fernconnections@fernconnections.com with any additional questions or submit an information request form below.
We look forward to meeting you!