Guess what? Tacoma is Ranked #1 Gayest City in America! According to the Advocate, Tacoma, WA is ranked #1 in their 2013 list of the gayest city in America. This annual compilation lists cities that are *not* the usual suspects like New York City and Los Angeles. This list focuses on the “in-between” as they
New Funding Focuses on LGBTQ Poverty and Homelessness
At this moment as we are celebrate the historic first of same-sex couples getting married in the Northwest, we also know there are other critical issues still affecting our community, which is why we are excited to announce that Pride Foundation has been awarded a grant of $400,000 over four years by the Bill &
Former Scholar Creates New Healthcare Scholarship Fund
Pride Foundation is excited to announce the establishment of the Vazquez Pride in Health Fund. The new scholarship fund was born out of the generosity and vision of young Dr. Benjamin Vazquez, a former Pride Foundation Scholar who is in his early thirties. The Fund will support students pursing advanced health care degrees. “[These] degrees
Scholarship Deadline Fast Approaching: Current Scholar Perspective
With the 2013 Pride Foundation scholarship application deadline just weeks away, guest writer Nawwal Moustafa shares her gratitude as a Pride Foundation Scholar and an out and proud lesbian who is currently attending Western Oregon University. Thinking about graduating from Western Oregon University this year is bittersweet. I eagerly await the opportunity to begin my
Ripple Effect Report: Scholar Embarks on Groundbreaking Transgender Research Project
Pride Foundation scholars pay it forward in some of the most impactful ways! Read how Juan Barbachano is working to improve the lives of transgender people. Growing up Mormon and transgender in Palmer, Alaska did not set Pride Foundation Scholar, Juan Barbachano, up for the easiest time in life. In addition to dealing with the
Idaho Scholar Takes Page from Anne Frank
Mistie Tolman believes that standing up and fighting for what’s right is one of her life’s responsibilities. The 2012 Pride Foundation Idaho Scholar and out lesbian is an active and vocal voice on LGBTQ equality issues in the state. Tolman is also the primary spokesperson for Add the Words Idaho, a grassroots movement to include
Scholar Helps Draft Montana Civil Unions Bill
Paul Vestal received a scholarship from Pride Foundation last year to help him pursue a career as an attorney. His passion for civil rights issues made him a standout in the highly competitive process. And Paul is already giving back to the community who supported him by drafting a bill to allow civil unions for
Ketchum ID Considers LGBTQ Non-Discrimination Ordinance Jan. 7
The Ketchum City Council will have a second reading of a citywide LGBTQ non-discrimination ordinance on January 7 and could decide on its passage that evening, which would make it the third Idaho city to adopt such an ordinance in the last year. The meeting begins at 5:30 PM at Ketchum City Hall, 480 E.
2013 Fellowship Application Deadline Approaches: Feb 15
Winter has only just begun but we’d like to know what you’re doing this summer? If you’re looking for an exciting and educational experience at a nonprofit organization this summer find out more about Pride Foundation’s Fellowship Program. The Fellowship Program’s goal is to cultivate leaders and strengthen the Northwest LGBTQ community by connecting passionate people
LGBTQ Scholarship Deadline January 31
Since 1993, Pride Foundation, along with our partner, the GSBA Scholarship Program, have awarded over $4 million in scholarships to more than 1,400 students to support education and leadership development for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ), and straight-ally students. On our 20th Anniversary of supporting education in the community, isn’t it time you became