2010 Pride Partners
We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the many organizations, their volunteers and staff who work to assist in the coordination and planning of San Diego's largest community event.
Aetna
888-54-AETNA
For over 150 years, Aetna and the Aetna Foundation have worked hard to make a difference in communities where we live and work. Aetna is one of the nation's leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving members with information and resources to help them make better informed health decisions.
Alert Ambulance
Ambulance Services
3585 Hancock St
San Diego, CA 92110-4300
(619) 298-7203
A company that not only its customer's can trust, but a company that it's
employees trust as well. Alert approaches the human side of the ambulance
industry, a side that we believe has been lost within the private sector of EMS.
Through relationships, skills training, and customer service training; Alert
sets itself above the other more popular programs in use today.
Art of Pride Exhibit
619-491-0779
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/artofpride
Art of Pride strives to encourage understanding among all people by providing a venue for LGBT artists and their allies. We are proud to present the work of several talented local established and emerging artists. Their work underscores the cultural contributions of gay men and women through the history of civilization.
San Diego Bisexual Forum
Bisexual Area
619-835-7202
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BiForumSD/
A discussion and support group on bisexuality in a warm, friendly and safe environment.All people of all identities are welcomed to this friendly and open setting.
BMW of San Diego
858-560-5050
www.bmwofsandiego.com
BMW of San Diego in San Diego, CA is the area's finest and largest BMW dealer. Please research on our website for your next vehicle purchase. BMW of San Diego is the place to find BMW's including new, certified pre-owned cars, and a hand selected lot full of gently pre owned cars in San Diego. You can search our entire inventory online and receive free no obligation price quotes.
Cox Communications
Listed among the top companies nationwide for diversity by DiversityInc. Magazine, Cox Communications has been a part of the San Diego community since 1961. Cox Communications respects the diversity of all its customers and employees, including the LGBT community, and created a Diversity Council of employees who make recommendations to leadership to impact the workplace, business and community. Cox Communications is a full-service telecommunications provider of video, data and telephone service for the home and office, and owns Channel 4 San Diego.
619-262-1122 and 760-599-6060
5159 Federal Blvd
San Diego, CA 92105
Comerica Bank
Ticket Gate
619-260-1091
www.comerica.com
Comerica Bank has opened 10 banking centers in San Diego County since 2005. The 412 Washington Street office opened in December 2008. Customer deposits at Comerica are insured up to maximum FDIC amounts. Comerica recognizes the value of diversity. Comerica has lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender employee resource groups, and provides health care and other benefits for employees' domestic partners.
Deaf Community Services
Interpretation Services
619-398-2441
www.dcsofsd.org
Deaf Community Services of San Diego, Inc. (DCS) is an "...of, by, and for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing.." agency offering services to anyone regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or physical/mental handicap. The mission of Deaf Community Services is to enrich the lives of people by providing services, education and advocacy that promote independence, opportunity, accessibility, and diversity.
Different Strokes Swim Team
Water Sales
www.dsst.org
DSST is a US Masters Swimming team and was formed in the Spring 1985 to prepare San Diego swimmers for the first Gay Games. DSST has grown steadily over the years and now has over 200 men and women on its roster. Swimmers of all ages, skill levels, and sexual orientation are welcomed.
Diversionary Theater
Pride Arts and Culture
619-220-0097 (box office)
www.diversionary.org
The mission of the theatre is to produce plays with gay, lesbian and bisexual themes that portray characters in their complexity and diversity both historically and contemporarily and is recognized as one of San Diego's best theaters.
Ebony Pride
Ebony Pride Stage
4136 Arbor Vitae Drive
San Diego, CA 92105
www.ebonypride.org
info@ebonypride.org
(619) 835-9829
Ebony Pride is an African American based Lesbian, Gay, Transgender and Bisexual community of San Diego. Its purpose is to promote positivity, cultural enrichment, self-empowerment and education throughout the LGBT community; not only as an African American in the LGBT community, but for the LGBT community at large.
FTMI San Diego
Transgender Area
858-761-3241
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SDFTM-SO
The San Diego Chapter of FTM (Female-to-Male) International welcomes FTMs or gender questioning individuals assigned female at birth, who feel that gender assignment is no longer complete or accurate. The group has monthly support meetings and monthly social gatherings for allies and significant others.
Gay Men's Chorus of San Diego
Advanced Ticket Sales
619-574-6373
www.gmcsd.org
GMCSD is dedicated to musical excellence by producing high-quality choral
performances, singing at numerous community events throughout the region, as
well as actively supporting and promoting the gay community as goodwill
ambassadors through music. Singers and volunteers are always welcome.
Golden State Gay Rodeo Association
Main Beverage Garden
619-298-4708
www.sandiegorodeo.com
GSGRA-GSDC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Gay Rodeo's in San Diego County.We hold many fundraisers, parties, events, educational activities, trail rides and the Rodeo. We would like to invite everyone to come out to this year rodeo
Hard Rock Hotel - San Diego
(619) 702-3000
www.hardrockhotelsd.com
Hillcrest Town Council
Community Cleanup
619-260-1929
www.hillcresttowncouncil.com
The mission of the Hillcrest Town Council is to provide a voice & enhance the quality of life for Hillcrest renters & homeowners while supporting actions that benefit our neighborhood.
HIV Early Test
150 W. Washington, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92103
619-543-8080
jdegnan@ucsd.edu
www.firstchoicesd.com
Sponsor of the Get Tested Pavilion at the 2009 San Diego Pride Festival
Take the HIV Early Test and get a free ticket to the Pride Festival. The HIV Early Test detects HIV infection as early as ONE WEEK after exposure.The UCSD AVRC is offering this free and confidential test at several locations. Take the Early Test beginning June 15 through July 11th and receive a free ticket to the Pride Festival while supplies last.Call 619-543-8080 to set up an appointment or go to theearlytest.ucsd.edu.
Lambda Archives of San Diego
Pride History Display
619-260-1522
www.lambdaarchives.org
Lambda Archives of San Diego was founded in 1987 to collect, preserve and teach LGBT history and culture, focusing on the San Diego/Tijuana region. This year's Predit History exhibit focuses on SDSU's Gay Liberation Front in the 1970s, and the history of AIDS.
Lesbian Health Clinic: Progressive Health Services
Lesbian Health Tent
619-260-0810
www.progressivehealth.org
Providing complete exams, PAP smears, donor insemination, PMS/Menopause care, HIV Rapid 15 minute test results, STD testing, nutrition and acupuncture to the LGBT community. Lesbians Considering Parenting Workshop every month (call for dates). CARES Program for people with cancer.Toni Atkins Lesbian health funds provide LBT low-cost and free PAP Smears and Breast Exams.
Live and Let Live Alano Club
Coffee Terrace
619-298-8008
www.lllac.org
A non-profit organization that provides support for recovering members of the LGBT community with 12-step programs in San Diego County.
Rainbow Cyclists
Bike Corral
619-282-8611
www.rainbowcyclists.org
Rainbow Cyclists operates the Bike Corral, keeping our bicycles safe from 8:00 a.m. until one hour after the Festival closes. Founded in 1988, Rainbow Cyclists is a bicycle club for the LGBT community offering non-competitive rides for riders of all ability levels.
San Diego Art Institute
Pride Arts and Culture
619-236-0011
www.sandiego-art.org
Our mission, to maintain a center for emerging artists and the visual arts in San Diego, is expressed through Regional Exhibitions, Outreach through Exhibition, Annual International Award Exhibition, Youth Art,and Art Education.
San Diego County, HIV, STD & Hepatitis Branch
HIV Testing
619-296-2120
http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/hhsa/programs/phs/hiv_std_hepatitis_branch/index.html
San Diego County, HIV, STD & Hepatitis Branch mission is to plan and deliver quality medical and supportive services that address HIV, STD and Hepatitis in diverse communities that are infected, affected and at risk for these diseases, with an emphasis on the prevention of new infections.
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Meeting Space
619-692-2077
The mission of The San Diego LGBT Community Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and HIV communities by providing activities, programs, and services that create community, empower community members, provide essential resources, advocate for civil and human rights, and embrace, promote and support our cultural diversity.
Family Matters
(San Diego LGBT Community Center)
Children's Garden
619-692-2077 ext 121
http://www.thecentersd.org/familymatters.php
The mission of Family Matters, a program of the San Diego LGBT Community Center, is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of families with one or more parent who is lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender and to provide information, resources and support for those considering parenthood.
Transgenero 2000
(San Diego LGBT Community Center)
Transgender Area
(619) 692-2077 ext 116
www.thecentersd.org/trans.php
Transg�nero2000 is a support group for the Latino/a Transgender community and is open to all LGBT community members. The meetings are primarily in Spanish.
San Diego Writers, Ink
Pride Arts and Culture
www.sandiegowriters.org
San Diego Writers, Ink nurtures writers and those wishing to explore the craft of writing, fosters a literary community, promotes literature and celebrates artistic diversity.
Stonewall Young Democrats
Advance Ticket Sales
619-398-7509
www.equalrightsnow.org
The San Diego County Young Democrats (SDCYD) are part of the official youth arm of the Democratic Party. SDCYD works hard to: Elect Democratic Candidates, Encourage youth involvement in the Democratic Party, Support the ideals of the Democratic Party at all levels of government and instill young people with the values of the Democratic Party
TASC: Transgender Advocacy And Services Center
Transgender Area
858-761-3241
cmaddocks@thecentersd.org
The Transgender Advocacy and Services Center will educate, advocate and build the capacity of the San Diego community to provide quality health care, employment opportunities, affordable housing and social support for transgender individuals. Various support and coming out groups are available. Social and community events are held throughout the year to foster community relationships and build social support.
The Leather Realm Committee
Leather Realm
619-584-2667
www.theleatherrealm.com
The Leather Realm Committee is a committee comprised of many different organizations within the Leather / BDSM / Fetish / Kink committees in San Diego. Since 1992 the Leather Realm is dedicated to educating and entertaining those that are interested in the Leather / BDSM / Fetish / Kink communities
UCSD
The HIV Early Test - HIV ViralTesting as early as one week after exposure.
The UCSD Antiviral Research Center
619-543-8080.
www.Theearlytest.ucsd.edu
Take the HIV Early Test from June 15th through July 11th and receive a free ticket to the Pride Festival, while supplies last. The Early Test is free and confidential and detects HIV as early as ONE WEEK after exposure. Call 619-543-8080 to set up an appointment or go to theearlytest.ucsd.edu.
Vons
Ticket Sales and Farmers Market
www.vons.com
