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Who We Are & What We Do

Formed in 2017, Jackson Pride is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping to bridge a gap in advocacy, strengthening our community through education, and building stronger interpersonal relationships.  We are comprised of community members, professionals, and highly passionate people who wish to improve the lives of all LGBTQ+ members of our community.

Mission

To strengthen connection within our diverse community through advocacy, grassroots support, and collective action.

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Vision

Creating a safe, healthy, and inclusive community where LGBTQ+ people and their allies are supported, connected, and resilient.

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Values

The Jackson Pride Center will conduct its business with integrity, guided by these values:

Respect

We honor all people and acknowledge that every path is unique.

Inclusion

We will help build communities where every LGBTQ+ person will be embraced.

Equity

We recognize that our work and intolerance of injustice are contributions to a larger community which is made stronger and richer by acceptance of all people.

Continuous Learning

We embrace an evolving community.

Meet the Team

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Gage Gillard

Board Chair

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Willie Adams

Board Vice Chair

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Nate Nimtz

Board Treasurer

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Kirsta Grapentine

Board Secretary

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Maya-Everleigh Bolton

Board Member

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Jorden Moon

Board Member

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Erin Kreger

Board Member

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Courtney Helham

Board Member

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Katima Dickenson

Board Member

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Carl Struble

Board Member

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Mistique Ott

Administrative Coordinator

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