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After the isolation of the past two years, it is more exciting than ever to enter Pride season - that special time when we gather together, to celebrate the progress we’ve made while honoring the resiliency of our community and recommitting ourselves to the continued fight for equality.
The ongoing hardships of these past two years - a global pandemic, a reckoning with social justice, and the recent onslaught of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation sweeping the country - has only reinforced the profound importance of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies standing together in solidarity. It reinforces the importance of ensuring that all members of our community, regardless of income, language, ability, culture, gender or age are able to participate fully in Pride.
And you make it all possible. PPF has always depended on the generosity of supporters like you - leaders in our community committed to this same value. Right now, your impact is even greater. Donations made before June 30 will be matched by Michael & Tracy Bollag, up to $25,000!
By donating to the Pacific Pride Foundation, you will proudly be part of a special group of community leaders that ensures a safe, inclusive and vibrant space specifically created for all facets of the LGBTQ+ community right here in Santa Barbara County - during Pride season, and beyond.
Thank you for your commitment to ensuring a vibrant, thriving, and visible community for all!
In Pride,
Kristin
P.S. Give now and make twice the impact this Pride season!
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Save the date for the Pacific Pride Festival, back at Chase Palm Park on Saturday, August 27, after a 2 year COVID-19 hiatus.
The Pacific Pride Festival continues to be free for all thanks to the generous support from our community. Consider making a donation today! Thank you to our Pride supporters - Amazon and Gilead Inc, Sciences.
Do you have ideas to make this Festival the best yet? Join our Pride Committee. Members will play an important role in activities, entertainment, fundraising, advocacy, event planning and so much more. Thank you to those that have already joined our committee: Ricky Alamillo, Ralph Barbosa, Dennis Barringer, Ethan Bertrand, Terra Cobian, Sarah Dildine, Jessica Haro, Megan Impossible, Leighton Jones, Jordan Killebrew, Joy Lee, Nick Lindsey, Robert Mendez, and Luis Oviedo. Join us now!
Have a unique service or product that you’d like to sell at the Pacific Pride Festival? Vendor Packets will be available soon. Email us to let us know you’re interested, and we will add you to our communication list
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Join us for our Pride Month edition of Sunset @ the Canary on Wednesday, 6/15, from 6 PM - 8 PM, on the rooftop of the Kimpton Canary. Thank you to the 240+ community members that attended last month’s mixer!
DJ Darla Bea will be entertaining us with our favorite songs. Anyone wanting an adult beverage must present their ID to security at check-in for a stamp.
This is a FREE event thanks to our sponsor Gilead Sciences Inc., and our hosts Kimpton Canary.
Acme Hospitality is PPF’s official Sunset @ the Canary restaurant partner! (Insert information)
Save the dates for our next three mixers - July 13, August 24 - Pride Week, September TBD.
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PPF's Summer Programs are back! This time we're in-person in Goleta, Santa Maria, and Carpinteria!
All PPF youth programs are free to attend and do not require parent permission to attend. Our youth programs serve those in 7th- 12th grade.
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¡Vuelven los programas de verano de PPF! Esta vez estamos en persona en Goleta, Santa María y Carpintería.
Todos los programas juveniles de PPF son gratuitos y no requieren el permiso de los padres para asistir. Nuestros programas juveniles sirven a los que están en 7º a 12º grado.
PROUD Youth Group: Santa Maria
Wednesdays, 10am- 12pm,
Abel Maldonado Youth Center
Week of 6/13/22- 8/15/22
PROUD Youth Group: Goleta
Fridays, 11am- 2pm,
Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara Teen Center
Week of 6/13/22- 8/15/22
Hiking Group: Carpinteria
Every other Tuesday, 10:15am- 11:45pm
Week of 6/13/22- week of 8/8/22
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Syringe Exchange June Dates | |
Santa Maria:
Town Center Mall, 200 Town Center E | 2:00-3:30pm or while supplies last*
June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Santa Barbara:
Alameda Park | Corner of Sola & Anacapa | 3-4:30pm or while supplies last*
June 2nd (1-2:30), 16th (3-4:30pm), 30th (3-4:30)
Please check the website to confirm Santa Barbara location.
Isla Vista:
970 Embarcadero Del Mar | Community Room | 1:00-2:30 or while supplies last*
June 10th, 24th
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Need to talk to someone? We are here for you.
Affordable counseling is available online via teletherapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, and their partners, family, and friends.
We provide support with:
- Coming out
- HIV-positive topics
- Family/group counseling
- Couples counseling
- And more
For more information or questions about our counseling services, email our Counseling department.
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The PROUD Older Adults group is now back in-person at Jill’s Place (632 Santa Barbara St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101)!! We are so excited to return to the original location of this group and to reconnect in-person after two years!
June 9th, 12pm- 1pm: Jill’s Place
June 23rd, 12pm- 1pm: Jill’s Place
PROUD Older Adults is a free social group for all LGBTQ+ adults who are 50+! If you are interested in joining, please email Keilani Garcia!
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Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Group
One of our community members has graciously volunteered to offer a mindfulness meditation group to our rainbow community!
This 4-week course will explore what mindfulness is (and isn't) through direct experience and discussion. This course is designed for adults (16 and older) interested in exploring what mindfulness is and how to start practicing it. The intention is to provide a safe space to try mindfulness and share your experience with others in the class.
Courses are 90 minutes and will take place on June 7th, 14, 20, and 27th from 5 pm-6:30 pm. The course is FREE, but space is limited, and commitment to attend all four classes is strongly encouraged.
To register for the course or if you have any questions, please email Karen Stewart.
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Partners in Pride
Pacific Pride Foundation celebrates pride all year long with an array of health services, including - PROUD Youth and Older Adult groups, counseling services specifically tailored to the LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS impacted communities, harm reduction, and meaningful events! In recognition of National Pride Month, consider becoming a Partner In Pride to support the work PPF does all year round!
Thank you to our newest Partners In Pride - Omar Rodriguez and Ernest Schmider and Gregg Wilson & John Maienza. Join us today!
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Board of Directors Update: Welcome Cristian! | |
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We are beyond excited to welcome Cristian Arango to our Board of Directors! Cristian serves as a Finance, Operations, and Strategy Subscriptions Management Consultant (SMS) for Procore Technologies. Prior to joining Procore in March, 2021, Cristian served as the Chief Operating Officer for the Miami Beach Community Development Corporation, an affordable housing development organization.
"I am excited to bring my background in finance and non-profit management, to help PPF preserve, maintain and continue its impact in our communities - especially through PPF’s PROUD youth, youth of color, and older adult programs. And, to be part of the many ways PPF will receive funding and expand its programming in today's pandemic” said Cristian Arango. “The unprecedented nature of the past two years have brought down many challenges on nonprofits, and I will do my best, along with staff and the rest of the Board of Directors, to help keep PPF's doors open."
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Summer of Pride: Community Partners | |
Rainbow Social at Crush Bar & Tap | |
Head over to Crush Bar & Tap for their monthly 1st Thursday Benefit on June 2nd. Try locally sourced bites, participate in Rainbow Social, sing karaoke, and enjoy all day happy hour.
Be sure to order the PPF! A delicious cocktail consisting of rose vermouth, prosecco, and an edible rose. Proceeds benefit the programs and services of your LGBTQ+ Center. We hope you will come by, relax, have a drink, and be a part of the fun! Crush Bar & Tap has already donated $800 from all of your PPF cocktail orders; keep them coming!
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Come cheer on the 2,000 riders participating in this year’s AIDS Life Cycle on Friday, June 10, at Paradise Pit. The event will be from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and PPF will be there tabling at the event with our friends from Amazon SB.
All riders and roadies will receive a big Santa Barbara welcome, and an ice cream sundae. Thank you to everyone that donated to make this event happen, and big kudos to Sean Dooner for putting this event together once again. Questions? Email Sean!
Interested in one-day volunteer opportunities? AIDS/LifeCycle is looking for in-camp volunteers in Lompoc, Santa Maria, and Ventura June 8-10 from 4pm-9pm. Contact Wendy to sign up!
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Join us in celebration of Pride Month at an exquisite brunch at Brave & Maiden on Sunday, June 12 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Valley Piggery has curated an amazing 3-course meal to pair with the lighter side of Brave & Maiden, including a Summer Sangria, Sauvignon Blanc, and a very special Rosé bottled exclusively for this event.
A portion of the brunch ticket proceeds and sales of Brave & Maiden’s Pride Rosé wine will be donated back to PPF. Tickets will sell out, so get yours now!
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Sanuk x Pacific Pride Foundation | |
Introducing the new Sanuk x Pacific Pride Foundation collab – starring fun summer slip-ons and slings with signature Sanuk comfort, gender-inclusive sizing, and Pride-forward styling. Best of all, Sanuk will donate $3 for every pair directly back to PPF.
Get a pair locally at the Deckers Brand Showcase or on Sanuk’s website!
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In honor of National Pride Month, Deckers Brand Showcase in Goleta will be donating 10% of their sales back to Pacific Pride Foundation.
Now is the perfect time to shop! Need a new pair of walking or running shoes? Shop Hoka One One. Need some slippers? Shop UGG. Need some hiking boots? Shop Teva. Need some PPF branded yoga slings or slip ons? Shop Sanuk.
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During the month of June, Future Perfect Winery will be highlighting their special addition rosé in celebration of National Pride Month.
Thank you to winemakers Jenae Unruh, Nikki Faragasso, and Sunny Doench Stricker for donating back a portion of their proceeds to PPF.
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Love is Love - ACME Hospitality
Anytime you dine out this month, at any ACME Hospitality location, treat yourself to a Love is Love specialty cocktail! $1 for each drink sold will be donated right back to Pacific Pride Foundation!
Love is Love Drink List
The Lark: Letters to Paris
Loquita: Besame
La Paloma Café: La Paloma
Lucky Penny: Frose
Pearl Social: A Mother’s Love
SB Wine Collective: Penville Rose of Grenache
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Hook & Press - Pride Donut
Our friends at Hook & Press have created a limited edition Pride Donut, just for you! This special treat is an Ube cake donut with rainbow funfetti in the cake, purple ube glaze with buttercream frosting, and a bit of gold glitter on top to make it extra!
Get yours today, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to PPF. The Pride Donut will make its appearance starting on Friday, June 10.
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Alcazar Theater Presents - LGBTQ+ Pride Month Film Series
Join us at Alcazar Theater in Carpinteria for a series of LGBTQ+ films, starting on Thursday, June 9, through Sunday, June 12. Tickets are just $10 each, and Alcazar will be accepting donations on behalf of Pacific Pride Foundation. Tickets are available at the door or online.
Thursday, June 9 - Pride at 7 PM
Friday, June 10 - Whip It at 7 PM, featuring the Brawlin’ Betties! Come in for a talk about the LGBTQ+ community and sports!
Saturday, June 11 - Paris is Burning at 7 PM
Sunday, June 12 - Brokeback Mountain at 3 PM
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Santa Ynez Valley Pride - June 25th | |
Join us on June 25th for Santa Ynez Valley Pride in downtown Solvang! Music, food, beer gardens and more will be available during the pride festival!
The parade begins at 11am and the festival begins at noon going until 5pm. We hope to see you there to celebrate equality and inclusion!
Have questions about the event? Reach out to Adriana Reyes of People Helping People Santa Ynez Valley
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Can't Cancel Pride
Let's get PROUD as we come TOGETHER to celebrate our #CantCancelPride event this year with P&G! The show is happening June 14th with performances from all of your favs! Don't miss it! 🌈❤️
Click here for more information about the event!
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Alternate Ways to Support
CarEasy
Website | Car Donations
Looking for another way to support our services? Pacific Pride Foundation is now accepting car donations through careasy.org!
Click here to schedule a pick up!
AmazonSmile
Website | Shop & Donate
Are you an Amazon shopper? Did you know that when you shop using AmazonSmile, the company will donate 0.5 percent of your purchase to Pacific Pride Foundation? Click on the AmazonSmile link to get started today and to have 0.5% of all of your purchases go directly to PPF!
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608 Anacapa St, Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 - pacificpridefoundation.org
(805)-963-3636
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