Community Partner Program

Geographic Scope: San Francisco (LGBTQ+ nonprofit organizations)

SF Pride's Community Partner Program invites 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to support the 56th Annual SF Pride Parade and Celebration (June 27-28, 2026) through volunteer engagement. Community Partners are assigned various roles throughout the celebration, from grandstand operations to information booths. The program prioritizes organizations with strong volunteer teams who can commit to both days of the event.

Eligibility

• Tax Status: Must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• Volunteer Commitment: Organizations must commit to staffing volunteer roles across the two-day celebration
• LGBTQ+ Service: Organization must demonstrate service to the LGBTQ+ community
• Capacity: Positions assigned based on capacity, volunteer commitment, and organizational fit
• Training: Selected partners must commit to attending required training sessions

Application Period

• Applications typically open in early spring for Pride 2026
• Early applicants are prioritized as positions are assigned based on capacity and fit

Work Area Roles Available

• Grandstands & Viewing Areas - Staff premium viewing areas and grandstands
• Accessibility Services - Support accessibility areas and services
• Beverage Sales Booths - Operate beverage sales throughout the celebration
• Donation Gates - Welcome attendees and collect donations at entry points
• Backstage Operations - Support backstage party and performer areas
• Information Booths - Staff information and assistance booths
• Merchandise Sales - Operate official Pride merchandise booths
• General Support - Flexible staffing as needed across various areas

Volunteer Commitment Requirements

• Organizations select from ranges: 5-10, 11-20, 21-30, 31-50, or 50+ volunteers
• Two-Day Commitment Preferred: Organizations are strongly encouraged to commit both Saturday & Sunday (June 27-28, 2026)
• One-Day Option: Available if full two-day commitment is not possible
• Hours per Volunteer: Select from 2-4 hours, 4-6 hours, 6-8 hours (full day), or 8+ hours

Contact Information

Address: 1663 Mission Street, Suite 305, San Francisco, CA 94103

Application Steps

1. Complete the online application form with organization and volunteer commitment details
2. Describe your organization's mission and LGBTQ+ community service
3. Indicate work area preferences and volunteer capacity
4. Submit application online
5. SF Pride will contact selected organizations to finalize details

Required Application Information

Organization Information:

• Organization Name
• EIN/Tax ID Number
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit status verification
• Website
• Phone Number
• Organization Address

Primary Contact Person:

• Full Name
• Title/Position
• Email Address
• Cell Phone

Volunteer Commitment Section:

• Number of volunteers organization can commit (required)
  • Options: 5-10, 11-20, 21-30, 31-50, or 50+ volunteers
• Two-day commitment capability (required)
  • Can commit to Saturday & Sunday (both days)
  • One day only (specify which day)
  • Unsure at this time
• Average hours per volunteer per day (required)
  • Options: 2-4 hours, 4-6 hours, 6-8 hours (full day), or 8+ hours

Work Area Preferences:

• Select all work areas organization is willing to support
• Assignments made based on capacity and organizational fit

Mission & Community Alignment:

• Brief description of organization's mission (required)
• How organization serves the LGBTQ+ community (required)
• How organization would use grant funding (required)

Experience & Capacity:

• Has organization previously been a Community Partner at SF Pride?
  • If yes, provide years of previous participation
  • If no, this is first application
• Does organization have experience managing volunteers at large events?
• Additional information SF Pride should know

Agreements & Acknowledgments

Applicants must confirm:

• Organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit
• Understanding that Community Partner roles require significant volunteer commitment and reliable attendance
• Organization commits to attending required training sessions if selected
• Authorization for SF Pride to contact regarding application

Confidentiality

• All information kept confidential
• Used only for Community Partner program consideration