Phoenix Pride, incorporated in 1990 under the laws of the State of Arizona as Phoenix Lesbian and Gay Pride Committee Inc. (PLGPC), was established primarily for charitable, educational and social purposes. The main purpose of Phoenix Pride is to promote unity, visibility, and self-esteem among gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons; and to promote a positive image in the Valley of the Sun and throughout Arizona through community activities and services. The largest event coordinated by Phoenix Pride is an annual parade, celebration and fundraiser, known as the Phoenix Pride Festival and Phoenix Pride Parade. Phoenix Pride is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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Internship Opportunities
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+ Office Volunteering
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+ Event Committees
Art Expo
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Erotic World
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Kids Zone
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Parade
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Special Needs
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+ Leadership Opportunities
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Board Development
Budget Finance
Bylaws
Diversity Outreach
Fundraising
Grants
Scholarships
IT
Strategic Planning
Education and Civic Responsibility
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+ Mission Statement
Phoenix Pride celebrates and promotes the history, diversity and future prosperity of the metropolitan Phoenix LGBTQ community.
+ Vision
Increase public awareness of the LGBTQ community to eliminate homophobia, transphobia and discrimination.
+ Affliations
Phoenix Pride is a member organization of Consolidated Associations of Pride Inc. (CAPI), an organization of pride committees from various cities in the west & southwest areas. CAPI meets 3 times per year to share knowledge, experience and camaraderie among the members of these organizations.
Phoenix Pride is a member organization of InterPride, the International Association of Gay & Lesbian Pride Coordinators, and an organization of worldwide pride committees that has an annual conference located in different cities throughout the world each year.
Phoenix Pride is a member of Greater Phoenix Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (GPGLCC) and the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce.
+ History of the LGBTQ Movement
On June 28th, through 30th, 1969, after continual harassment by the New York City police, the patrons of the Stonewall Bar, located on Christopher Street in Greenwich Village, openly defied the unjustified raids and took to the streets in demand of their civil liberties. These riots continued through the weekend, until Monday morning. The gay crowd numbered over two thousand, and in this act of integrity and self affirmation, the modern Lesbian and Gay Rights Movement was born and was soon formally launched into such organizations as the Gay Liberation Front.
Pride Committees, commemorate the birth of the gay and lesbian rights movement each year across the country. They host rallies, parades, marches and festivals in the month of June, many on or around the 28th. These activities keep the spirit alive and allow us to renew our energies toward educating the general public about our Pride in ourselves and our right to exist.
Phoenix Pride Community Foundation
The Phoenix Pride Community Grants Program is a charitable program to provide financial grants to nonprofit organizations serving Maricopa County's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community. The funds for this program are administered by the Arizona Community Foundation.
Recent News/Media
January 28, 2013 - Executive Director Job Posting January 26, 2013 CAPI Conference: Phoenix Pride Safety & Emergency Plan Jan. 2013 - Phoenix Pride Executive Director, Brandi Sokolosky, Announces Resignation; Organization Announces Intent to Launch Hiring Process for New Executive
Community Strong
June 5th Celebration: Pride GALA One Week Away! Community Strong: Olivia Gardens & Freddie Prinze Charming, Pride Scholarship Winners, and a Special Thanks to GALA Table Sponsors.
June 12th Celebration: Thank you for a successful Phoenix Pride Gala!
June 26th Celebration: New dates for Phoenix Pride 2013, Rainbows Fest, Community Strong and more.
