At OUT Central Oregon, we work to ensure the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and our allies not only feel included but thrive. By fostering dynamic partnerships with businesses, government entities, and other organizations, we create an exciting, supportive environment that encourages community involvement and celebrates diversity. Together, we build a vibrant, inclusive culture that empowers everyone to flourish in Central Oregon.
Powered by a passionate, all-volunteer team, OUT Central Oregon serves as the essential bridge connecting our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies to life-affirming resources and a full spectrum of joyful events—from intimate pop-ups to our beloved annual Winter PrideFest. Your donation directly fuels our work to transform Central Oregon into a vibrant region where every single person is celebrated, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Highlights of some recent activities are included below:
- Annual production of Winter PrideFest, the only multi-day and multi-event celebration ofi nclusivity in the outdoors in the PNW, with approximately 2,500 attendees in 2025
- Produced a panel discussion primarily related to Trans and Non-Binary health topics, Queer civil rights, and 2SLGBTQIA+ housing during June Pride
- Hosting 2SLGBTQIA+ Social Mixers through the year
- Distributed over 79,000 YOU ARE WELCOME HERE progress pride flag stickers to individuals, businesses, school districts, and cities/towns
- Promote other 2SLGBTQIA+ focused organizations and their initiatives by providing paid promotion, social media outreach social media marketing, and inclusion of their events on our Community Events Calendar
- Support of other 2SLGBTQIA+-focused and marginalized community groups on the High Desert, both financial and in-kind
Your Donation will provide:
Provide critical funding needed for OUT Central Oregon to continue to serve our 2SLGBTQIA+ community currently facing significant challenges:
- Enhance Winter PrideFest 2026 with new community events
- Continue to expand and enhance local and regional meetup events to help reduce isolation and connect people
- Continue to expand and build the resource and support networks for 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- Continue our YOU ARE WELCOME HERE sticker program to provide Central Oregonians an opportunity to increase visible support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
