Nevada County Pride celebrates, supports, and advocates for the LGBTQ+ community in Western Nevada County by promoting Community, Diversity, and Respect through Events, Education, and Resources.
We are a social network of gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, and transgender persons, and their allies, who celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community in western Nevada County, California, including Grass Valley and Nevada City.
Participation in the organization is free and all are invited to join. One of the events that we sponsor is the monthly potlucks hosted in private homes. We also encourage others to initiate and organize events for Nevada County Pride and the local LGBTQ+ community. Check out the calendar page to see what’s happening in Nevada County.
If you have a Queer Community event that you would like to add to the calendar, please go to the Calendar tab and scroll down below the calendar and submit our form.
If you are interested in joining our mailing list, click on the Contact tab, complete the form and submit. Our Coordinator will add you.
You will receive regular e-newsletters with announcements and information on upcoming events
You will be invited to attend monthly potlucks
You can learn about annual events, local pride events, the Nevada County Fair, Juneteenth, Transgender Day of Remembrance, and other local celebrations of diversity and culture.
We acknowledge the Nisenan people are still here among us today, though they are nearly invisible and their story continues to be excluded from history.
We understand we are on Nisenan land that was never ceded, and the original tribal families have yet to recover from the genocide of their people.
Hello Nevada County Pride Community,
Spring is in full swing, and so are we! We kicked things off with our first community potluck in April, and trust us, it’s just the beginning. Pride Month is right around the corner, and Nevada County Pride is buzzing with excitement!
May is all about building momentum: connecting, celebrating who we are, and preparing for a truly unforgettable June. Please be sure to look for upcoming events, ways to get involved, and plenty of opportunities to show your support.
If you’re looking for ways to stay connected or support our work, please consider volunteering or donating to Nevada County Pride. Your support helps us keep these events and resources going strong.
Mark Your Calendars: May Potluck - Sunday, May 18th, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Our second potluck of 2025 is coming up on Sunday, May 18th at the home of Michael and Victor in Nevada City.
More info here.
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From the Board Vice-Chair “Pepper”
YOU MAKE PRIDE POSSIBLE
Nevada County Pride is growing, and so is our impact — thanks to you! The Board of Nevada County Pride is excited to announce the launch of our new fundraising team that I am excited to be leading! As we grow, so does our vision for building a more inclusive, vibrant, and empowered LGBTQ+ community here in Nevada County.
Whether it's hosting inclusive events like Movie Night, and our annual Queer Family Picnic, supporting LGBTQ+ youth and elders, partnering with local organizations or advocating for visibility and equity in our community, your donations fuel the work that makes it all possible.
Your contribution helps fund:
Event swag, insurance, and rental fees
Educational programs and speaker panels and support groups
Outreach materials, signage, and visibility campaigns
Our annual operating expenses
Long-term goals like establishing a physical LGBTQ+ community space
In today’s political climate, LGBTQ+ organizations are facing increased threats to our rights and a decline in public funding. Now more than ever, local support is essential to keep our community visible, connected, and empowered.
Ready to donate? Click here to give a one-time or recurring gift. We also welcome legacy gifts as a powerful way to ensure the future of our work.
Considering a larger donation or sponsorship? I’d love to connect with you personally to talk about how your gift can make the biggest impact. Reach out to me, Pepper, at fundraising@nevadacountypride.org, and let’s dream big—together.
Thank you for standing with us — for Pride, all year long.
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Are you part of a local business or organization that wants an LGBTQ+ speaker or panel?
Community members from Nevada County Pride’s Speakers Bureau are available to speak on topics of interest to your group and to answer all your questions in an informal setting. Prior topics include Growing up gay in Nevada County, Why and how to use pronouns, and How to be an ally, among other topics. But we are happy to tailor the content to your audience.
More information here.
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Check out the May calendar to get more information on other upcoming events:
May 2,9,16,23,30 - Safe Space for Youth
May 10th - Adult Prom
May 11th - Town Hall - Effective Political Activism
May 16th - Nevada County Pride Board Meeting
May 18th - Potluck
May 20th- Queer Bubble
May 21st - Queer Reads Book Club
May 27th- Nevada County Pride Month Proclamation
May 28th: Dyke Night @ Gary's Place
Coming Up:
June 1st- Pride Flag Raising
June 8th - 4th Annual Pride Family Picnic!
Have a wonderful month and we hope to see you at some of the events!
