Gateway City Pride Association

We are a non-profit organization that will educate and unite the diverse communities of Laredo to further promote better understanding and support among the members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies.

About Us

Mission & Vision

Gateway City Pride Association is the premier link to the Laredo LGBTQIA+ and allied community. Together, we will celebrate the strength and diversity of our communities to foster an increased sense of well-being in the lives we touch.

The Association will educate and unite the diverse communities of Laredo to further promote better understanding and support among the members of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies.

Furthermore, the Association will honor the LGBTQIA+ movement by commemorating the Stonewall Rally along with other historical events and inspirational figures.

This Association is organized exclusively for charitable and/or educational purposes under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization will not engage in political or legislative activities prohibited under section 501(c)(3).

How You Can Help

Send Donation

Giving online has never been more secure, convenient or hassle-free with our one-click donation. We also do accept standard cash and check donations.

Become a Volunteer

Get involved today and sign up to join a group of pioneers of change. Be a part of the positive impact for our local LGBTQIA+ Community.

Become a Sponsor

Your business can receive great recognition by sponsoring the annual PRIDE Festival. Contact us for more details.

News

History is Made as City Proclaims June as PRIDE Month

June 10, 2021 will forever be a historical milestone as the City of Laredo presented a first ever City Proclamation to our LGBTQIA+ community in recognizing June as PRIDE Month with Gateway City Pride Association along with other organizations PILLAR, Equality Texas and more.

October is now Proclaimed LGBTQ+ History Month

On October 30, 2023, Gateway City Pride Association and Equality Texas worked with the City of Laredo to proclaim October as LGBTQ+ History Month. Founder of LGBTQ+ History Month Rodney Wilson spoke with guests through a video message.

Laredo Rocks the Red for World AIDS Day with a first of its kind event

On December 1, 2023, the Gateway City Pride Association in partnership with other local organizations Rocked the Red in raising awareness for World AIDS Day. Individuals were also recgonzied with the LGBTQ+ Ally Awards and Volunteer of the Year Awards.

Meet Our Board

Our board of directors focus on the nonprofit organization’s mission. Our primary duties are working on strategy, setting goals and objectives, overseeing programs and activities, and actively managing risks.

We meet on a monthly basis to coordinate special events and fundraisers throughout the year in order to advocate for our local LGBTQIA+ Community.

This is no easy task but with your support, we can accomplish more for this city we call home… Laredo!