Support the Legacy of Pride

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Grounded in the legacy of founders Richard Pfeiffer and Tim Frye, we’re proud to carry forward the history of the iconic Chicago Pride Parade while continuing to grow and evolve alongside our community. We believe in honoring where we’ve been, celebrating who we are today, and making space for what’s next.

Beyond producing the parade, PRIDEChicago reinvests in organizations and programs that support LGBTQ+ youth, seniors, and intergenerational initiatives — helping create connection, dignity, and opportunity in Chicago and across Illinois.

PRIDEChicago is rooted in community and powered by volunteers. With no paid staff, every dollar you give goes directly toward the parade, community grants, and year-round work that keeps Pride accessible, inclusive, and community-centered.

When you give to PRIDEChicago, you’re not just supporting a parade — you’re supporting the people, stories, and communities that make Pride possible.

Stand with Pride

Your Pride donation fuels progress for the LGBTQ+ community—supporting visibility, advocacy, and a future where everyone is free to live proudly.

About Us

Support the Legacy of Pride

Additional Ways to Give

PRIDEChicago is a volunteer-powered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Through the annual Chicago Pride Parade and year-round advocacy efforts, PRIDEChicago honors the legacy of those who came before us while investing in the future of LGBTQ+ communities in Chicago and across Illinois. If you have questions about giving, email giving@pridechicago.org.

Major gifts

Create lasting impact with a leadership gift of $10,000 or more. Your support helps us expand programming, reach more people, and advance LGBTQ+ equality.

Corporate Partnerships

Partner with us through institutional giving. We work alongside foundations and corporations to create meaningful partnerships that advance LGBTQ+ advocacy, and education.

Matching Gifts

Increase your impact through employer matching. Many companies match charitable contributions made by their employees. Check your eligibility.

Donor-Advised Funds

Support PRIDEChicago through your donor-advised fund (DAF). Recommending a grant is a simple, tax-efficient way to give using funds you’ve already set aside for charitable impact.

Legacy Giving

Leave a lasting legacy of Pride. By including PRIDEChicago in your estate plans, you help ensure future generations can celebrate, learn, and live freely.

Stock & Securities

Donate appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual funds directly to PRIDEChicago. You may avoid capital gains taxes while receiving a full fair-market-value tax deduction.

Volunteer Your Time

If you’re unable to donate, consider volunteering your time. Your involvement plays a vital role in supporting and celebrating the LGBTQ+ community

Sponsorships

We offer comprehensive sponsorship packages designed to deliver meaningful value to your brand and align with your company’s strategic goals.

Whether you are considering a major gift, planning your legacy, or exploring foundation partnerships, we are here to help you create meaningful and lasting impact.

PRIDEChicago is a registered 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. EIN 37-2143547. Contributions can be made securely online through Givebutter, and are tax deductible within the limits of current federal and Illinois law.

Pride Gives Back

Donations & Sponsorships

Through the “Out Front” sponsorship program, PRIDEChicago awards sponsorship and donations to local nonprofits and community organizations that provide essential support, services, and programming for LGBTQ+ populations in Chicagoland area.

In a historic first, a local community group led the 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade in 2026 as the inaugural “Out Front” Leader—a new tradition honoring grassroots impact. TaskForce Prevention & Community Services, a West Side-based LGBTQ+ youth health and wellness organization, was selected for its decades-long commitment to advocacy and support for underserved LGBTQ+ youth.

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A Celebration of Love and Unity