For #GivingTuesday, we are highlighting 4 of our coalitions with Stories of Impact and how our coalitions have impacted the people they serve & how they impact programming for Womxn, People of Color and people with disabilities! We are one of the only LGBTQ+ pride organization in the United States with year-round programs that connect, empower, and organize the most underserved LGBTQ+ community members who live at the intersections of multiple marginalized identities.
These are their stories:
Latinx Coalition Story of Impact
“Being the only out queer person in my family, the Latinx Coalition has given me the love and space to grow as an individual, and as a member of our community. They’ve introduced me to a group of kind, passionate, and dedicated folx who believe in each other, and who remind me of the beauty that exists within each and everyone of us.” – Gerardo Gurrola Jr (he/him/his), Latinx Coalition. Help Gerardo in his journey to make Latinx a space to grow by donating here: www.bit.ly/GTlatinx
She Fest Story of Impact
“I’m passionate about my community coming together supporting one another with Love and Unity…. I wanted to network and connect with the gay community. And then stay connected and grow with them.” -Trish Tucker (She Fest) You can donate to help keep Trish connected to the community here: www.bit.ly/GTshefest
QAPIMEDA Story of Impact
“Before I found San Diego Pride’s programs I was feeling isolated, lost, and that I didn’t have real community connection. Through the Queer APIMEDA Coalition I found family and friends that shared my experiences and celebrated my identity, something I thought I’d never find. I now have a strong sense of belonging that empowers me to create inclusive spaces for others like myself so that together we can build community, advocate for our own justice, and just have a space where being our full and authentic selves is not only welcomed but encouraged.” -Christian Quiambao (he/him/his) QAPIMEDA. You can donate to help Christian advocate for other people feeling isolated here: www.bit.ly/GTqapimeda
Accessibility Story of Impact
“I was motivated to become a part of the She Fest family because we share a major value–the conviction that we should strive through intentional planning to ensure that all community members can access and enjoy community spaces and events, whether in-person or online. I run Accessibility for San Diego Pride, She Fest and San Diego Trans Pride.” – Melissa Colibri. You can donate to help keep Accessibility free to its members by donating here: www.bit.ly/GTAccessibility1
San Diego Pride raises funds primarily through festival ticket and beverage sales, and through sponsorships, and exhibitor fees. These funds support San Diego Pride’s community philanthropy which has distributed more than $2.5 million in advancement of its mission to foster pride, equality, and respect for all lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities locally, nationally, and globally.
