Hampton Roads Pride
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
PrideFest
In June each year, Hampton Roads Pride takes front and center stage in the civic consciousness with our popular, family-friendly PrideFest event in Town Point Park, Norfolk, Virginia. PrideFest is one of the largest Pride festivals in Virginia, and the only such event in the United States to host a Pride Boat Parade highlighting our connections with the maritime history of our port cities. PrideFest brings together 40,000+ members of the LGBT community and its allies to socialize, support one another, share ideas, and organize in a visible and positive environment. PrideFest draws ever-growing crowds while greatly increasing awareness about LGBT issues, raising funds for our cause, and building trust and bonds with our supporters. Free and open to all.
Block Party
The Block Party at Scope Arena is the place to be the night before PrideFest to dance the night away to popular DJ tracks and see spectacular drag queen performances. Adult beverages are available to guests 21 years and older. Ticketed event.
Pride at the Beach
Celebrate pride at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront as we soak in the sun and dance in the sand. Live music entertainment that is free and open to all. Adult beverages available to guests 21 years and older.
Run the Rainbow 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Hampton Roads Pride’s inaugural Run the Rainbow 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run was the first race in the Nation to host a gender neutral registration thanks to our partnership with the amazing team at Mettle Events.
Our annual race attracts runners from across the east coast and is a perfect blend of fitness, family and coastal fun providing a great opportunity for businesses and organizations to connect directly with the thriving Hampton Roads Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) and allied communities. Our hope for this race is to inspire new runners and youth to adopt a healthy lifestyle and get involved with the Community. Virtual race registration available.
Scholarship Program
Since 2007, the Hampton Roads Pride has made funding scholarships in support of the next generation of innovative leaders an annual budget priority. We are proud to have awarded over $60,000 in scholarships as of 2020. Our scholarships are based on merit, academics, and community involvement. Hampton Roads Pride offers up to four $1,600 scholarships each year paid directly to each recipient’s educational institution.
Scholarships are awarded to assist with the educational expenses of people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning (LGBTQ+), or identify with an affiliated community (including, but not limited to, Intersex, Asexual, Pansexual, Two-spirit, Nonbinary, Agender, and Genderqueer) as well as LGBTQ+ allies (those who do not identify as LGBTQ+, but who are allied with and support the LGBTQ+ community).
Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or above, and provide official transcripts from their educational institutions.
Applicants must reside in the Commonwealth of Virginia in one of the following areas: Accomack County, Chesapeake City, Hampton City, Isle of Wight County, James City County, Newport News City, Norfolk City, Northampton County, Poquoson City, Portsmouth City, Suffolk City, Virginia Beach City, Williamsburg City, or York County.
Educational OUTreach
Our many Educational OUTreach programs connect LGBT youth, teens, adults, and families with their greatest resource: community - promoting a sense of belonging and enhancing physical, mental, and social well-being. Our Educational OUTreach programs, presentations, and panel discussions include:
- Hampton Roads LGBT History presentations
- Corporate Equality and Inclusion
- Mental Health
- 21st Century Families
Community OUTreach
Hampton Roads Pride strives to support the LGBT and allied communities across all demographics. Through advocacy and community service we demonstrate the capacity of the creative, social, economic, and influential force of the LGBT community and its allies to effect positive change. Our Community OUTreach efforts include:
- Providing meals to those experiencing homelessness
- Supporting local nonprofit partners
- Connecting with veteran and active military service
members
- Encouraging inclusive public services through the
establishment of LGBT Liaisons
- Partnering with businesses who provide safe spaces for
LGBT community members
- Collaborating with LGBT organizations to offer events
year-round that provide an extensive network of
support locally and regionally
Where we work
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Hampton Roads Pride
Board of directorsas of 02/25/2021
President Rudy Almanzor
Hampton Roads Pride
Term: 2020 - 2021
Vice President Will Golway
Hampton Roads Pride
Term: 2020 - 2021
Cole Werkheiser
Past President
Rudy Almanzor
President
David Seeley
Treasurer
Dr. Charles Ford
David Coffman, Esq.
Will Golway
Vice President
Kevin Holt
Paul Jones
Secretary
Taryn McLean
Kelly O'Clair
Patty Pruitt
Fawn Faulks
Jamar Davis
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Not applicable -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes