Welcoming Josh Hemsath, Our New Alaskan Staff Member
Pride Foundation is pleased to welcome Josh Hemsath as the new Regional Development Organizer for Alaska! For the past two years, Josh has served Planned Parenthood of Montana as Outreach Educator in...
View ArticleRacial Equity Initiative Builds Capacity, Reaps Benefits
Several years ago, Pride Foundation observed that organizations serving LGBTQ persons of color often lacked the financial and organizational support needed to be a permanent and visible part of our...
View ArticleFrom the Desk of Kris Hermanns
As the upcoming July 4th holiday approaches and plans get put into place for the accompanying fireworks and picnics, family reunions and parades, I have to admit that I am still trying to take in and...
View ArticleDo You Remember the First Time…
Dear Friends, Every day, Pride Foundation is reminded of why National Coming Out Day exists, and why everywhere—especially in our region—this day is so important. We all know that it is hard to live...
View Article$7 Million, 5 States, 1 Pride Foundation
I am writing to share some incredible news with you: in 2013, Pride Foundation will invest more than $7 million in our community and in LGBTQ equality across the Northwest. We wanted you to be the...
View ArticleNew Arrivals at Pride Foundation
During the past year Pride Foundation bid farewell to several beloved staff members who left to pursue new opportunities. We are very grateful for their countless contributions to Pride Foundation and...
View ArticleSupporting Transgender Healthcare Access
Pride Foundation has long believed that words matter, but actions reveal truth. In that spirit, we are excited to announce that our Board of Directors recently passed a Supplemental Transgender Health...
View ArticlePromise and Potential
I’m pleased to share with you the newest edition of Pride Foundation’s eNewsletter, which includes an updated look and feel. We’ve improved our newsletter design in order to match the way supporters...
View ArticleBREAKING NEWS: Victory For Transgender Healthcare Access
Earlier today, Washington State Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler made an announcement clarifying that health insurance policies sold in Washington State cannot discriminate against transgender...
View ArticlePracticing What We Preach: Reflections on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Let’s face it: we have some work to do in philanthropy. Despite deeply held commitments to building vibrant and healthy communities for all residents, many philanthropic organizations have long...
View ArticleWe All Have a Part to Play
Everyone has hopes and dreams for the future. While the specifics will vary depending upon who you talk with, economic security is often a central theme. There is a peace of mind that comes from...
View ArticlePride Foundation Announces 2014-2015 Community Grants Award Winners
Pride Foundation awards grants to 56 organizations—advancing equality and supporting LGBTQ people in their home communities across the Northwest. It is with a full heart and much excitement that I...
View ArticleOur Stories, Our Community
Dear Friends, One of my favorite things about the holiday season is the unique opportunity it provides family and friends to reconnect and share stories. Whether that’s through the holiday cards and...
View ArticleRemembering the Spirit of Dr. King
You don’t have to look far to see the continued relevance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Peaceful protesters marching in the streets from Ferguson, to New York, to Seattle are a visual reminder of Dr....
View ArticleOur Collective Strength
As we begin celebrating Pride Foundation’s 30th year, I cannot help but reflect on the paradox of our current landscape. Right now, over 70% of the U.S. population lives in a state where it is legal...
View ArticleWhat’s Your Story?
Growing up gay in the rural Midwest, moving through adolescence and into early adulthood, I, like so many others, saw the world around me as complicated, different, and sometimes even, unsafe. I have...
View ArticleOur Daily Commitment to You
A few weeks ago while I was on the road, I heard the story of a high school graduate who sought the confidential guidance of his pastor before setting off for college last fall. The young man was...
View ArticleCan You Feel the Love?
Congratulations to us! It’s hard to even know where to begin. Last week’s ruling by the Supreme Court finally affirms our decades-long fight to be able to marry the ones we love. As Justice Kennedy...
View ArticleSolutions for a Safer and More Inclusive Seattle
While we continue to celebrate the recent hard-earned Supreme Court victory on marriage equality, we are also be alarmed by the recent surge in violence against our community—mainly targeted at...
View ArticleHow We Lead in These Times
Earlier this month, I had the privilege of speaking at a Women’s Funding Alliance Town Hall event alongside Alicia Garza, a co-founder of the #BlackLivesMatter network. The topic: what bold and...
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