Pride Foundation

Join us on Thursday, March 27th at 11:00am PST for our second Seedlings Webinar, The State and Stakes of Trans+ Advocacy, with Erin Reed (she/her). Erin Reed is a journalist, content creator, and public speaker. Her reporting has been covered by The AP, Washington Post, The New York Times, PBS, and many more major outlets, and her reporting has earned her an award from the European Union as a Human Rights Defender. Erin also publishes the popular Substack newsletter, Erin in the Morning, and her pieces are among our top sources for news around trans advocacy. ??Click here to register for this timely conversation: https://bit.ly/Seedlings2

After a positive experience in 2024, Pride Foundation is conducting an open process for community members to join our Board of Directors for a second year. The goals of our open process are to help us: - More equitably evaluate board member prospects based on our identified priorities and their alignment with our values. - Reach beyond our existing individual networks to ensure we cast a wide net for board member prospects. - Offer the breadth of our community the opportunity to self-identify their interest in serving on our board of directors. - Build a more sustainable pipeline for people to join our board over the long term Visit our website to learn more about our requirements, priorities, and apply by March 9th: https://lnkd.in/gDBPiZZk

In challenging times, tending to ourselves and each other is a powerful act of resistance. From finding solace in literature to trying new recipes and creative endeavors, the Pride Foundation team is prioritizing care in many different ways.?????? How are you caring for yourself this season? Let us know in the comments! ??

Across the country, LGBTQ+ communities are facing an increasingly hostile political climate that threatens our safety, well-being, and fundamental rights. From legislative attacks on transgender and nonbinary individuals to funding cuts for essential services, the challenges are growing—and so is the need for urgent, responsive support. At Pride Foundation, we have always been committed to meeting our communities where they are, responding with agility and care to the shifting realities they face, and mobilizing resources to support them. In that spirit, we are launching the Fortitude Fund, a new initiative designed to provide timely, flexible resources to LGBTQ+ organizations confronting these escalating challenges. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gSVqzknd

Pride Foundation is honored to award more than $2.7 million in funding to 106 LGBTQ+ organizations across the Northwest through our Community Grants program.?? These organizations are doing critical work to support, uplift, and advocate for LGBTQ+ communities—especially those led by and for BIPOC, trans, and gender-expansive people. Our funding approach prioritizes multi-year grants, low-barrier access, and trust-based philanthropy to ensure sustainability for the grassroots organizations leading this work. We are deeply grateful for their work and excited to continue supporting community-led solutions that create lasting impact. ??Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g8krTW3A

We’re looking for passionate leaders to help drive change for LGBTQ+ communities across the Northwest! ?? Pride Foundation is hiring a Senior Grants Program Officer, and we’re also seeking new board members to help guide our work. If you care deeply about supporting LGBTQ+ organizations and advancing social justice, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/g7uPDZEX

Right now, in the face of escalating attacks on LGBTQ+ communities—especially trans and non-binary youth—it is more critical than ever to invest in the safety, joy, and leadership of young people. That’s why we’re proud to share the release of our?Washington Youth Initiative report:?Supporting Spaces of Joy, Belonging, and Leadership for LGBTQ+ Youth. This report is the culmination of a two-year, $1.6 million pilot project funded by the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation, that provided flexible funding and capacity support to 20 organizations across Washington.?Through this initiative, over 1,940 LGBTQ+ youth gained access to leadership development opportunities, affirming spaces, and essential support—particularly in rural areas and organizations led by Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (QTBIPOC). The findings in this report highlight what we’ve long known: when LGBTQ+ youth have access to safe spaces, supportive networks, and community-driven programs, they thrive. But the work isn’t done. Now is the time for funders, policymakers, and all of us to step up, listen to young people, and invest in long-term, sustainable solutions. Visit our website to read the announcement and full report: https://lnkd.in/g-pn3g7j

Last week, we gathered virtually for our Year in Action webinar, an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments we made together in 2024, reflect on the current landscape, and share the steps we’re taking to support LGBTQ+ people across the Northwest.? ? ??Swipe through for the highlights and click the link to watch the webinar recording: https://lnkd.in/g56HmCrv.

??Join our team! Pride Foundation is hiring a Scholarships Program Officer (SPO). The Scholarships Program Officer (SPO) brings a wealth of knowledge in building collaborative partnerships and has a deep passion for building up LGBTQ+ leadership that is anchored in equity and justice.? ? This position works in partnership with the Director of Programs to implement Pride Foundation’s scholarship program and develop long-term strategies that center scholar’s leadership development in line with Pride Foundation’s values and scholarship program priorities.? If you’re passionate about equity, leadership, and supporting LGBTQ+ scholars, we’d love to hear from you! Priority deadline is February 2nd: https://lnkd.in/gKfvzTsf

We invite you to join us Thursday, January 23rd at 1:00pm PST for our Year in Action virtual event! During this webinar, the Pride Foundation leadership team will reflect on 2024 highlights and share updates from across our departments, including CARE (Community Advocacy, Research, and Education), grants, scholarships, and community engagement. You’ll also get a first look at our plans for the coming year and learn how you can continue to be a vital part of our work. We know the road ahead is challenging—and we are prepared and ready to support LGBTQ+ communities in the Northwest through all that is coming. Click here to RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gs7aPNkK