What we’re about
The San Mateo County Pride Center was born of the struggles and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community over the years and stands for equity, inclusion, dignity, self-determination, and justice. Over a decade in the making, the Pride Center is the first ever LGBTQ+ community center in San Mateo County. Whether seeking behavioral health services or gathering in solidarity with others to share stories, build relationships, learn, grow, create, and heal together, LGBTQ+ individuals and
communities throughout the Peninsula finally have a space to call their own!
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to create a welcoming, safe, inclusive, and affirming community climate that fosters personal growth, health, and opportunities to thrive for individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities through education, counseling, advocacy, and support.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to create an innovative, respectful, and equitable community of all ages, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities that supports complete inclusion, is free of discrimination, strives for knowledge, challenges barriers, and seeks to empower agents of social change.
To learn more, visit our website - https://sanmateopride.org/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Gay Men's GroupLink visible for attendees
Peer Group Zooms are changing starting in August 2025! If you attend any of our peer support groups, you need to RE-REGISTER using a new registration link.
A free, peer-led, social support group for Gay Men 18+! Join us monthly to find community, share stories & interests, give and receive support, and build new friendships! This group is welcoming of all people who identify as men who love men, regardless of specific labels or other identities. Be a part of the conversation!
This group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month from 6-7:30 PM on Zoom.
Registration is required: tinyurl.com/smpcgaymengroup (current registration link as of 8/1/25)
Questions? Contact Ishani (they/xem) at ishani.dugar@sanmateopride.org or 650-554-1234 (text ok)
To learn more about the San Mateo County Pride Center, visit - https://sanmateopride.org/
- Gay Men's Group (18+)Link visible for attendees
Peer Group Zooms are changing starting in August 2025! If you attend any of our peer support groups, you need to RE-REGISTER using a new registration link.
A free, peer-led, social support group for Gay Men 18+! Join us monthly to find community, share stories & interests, give and receive support, and build new friendships! This group is welcoming of all people who identify as men who love men, regardless of specific labels or other identities. Be a part of the conversation!
This group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month from 6-7:30 PM on Zoom.
Registration is required: tinyurl.com/smpcgaymengroup
(current registration link as of 8/1/25)Questions? Contact Ishani (they/xem) at ishani.dugar@sanmateopride.org or 650-554-1234 (text ok)
To learn more about the San Mateo County Pride Center, visit - https://sanmateopride.org/
- Queer Women's GroupLink visible for attendees
Peer Group Zooms are changing in August 2025! If you attend any of our peer support groups, you need to RE-REGISTER using a new registration link.
The Queer Women's Social Group is a free, drop-in, peer-led virtual social group for LGBTQ+ Women 18+. Come make friends and build connections with people in San Mateo County and beyond! This group is welcoming off all people who identify as Queer Women regardless of specific labels or other identities.
This group meets on the fourth Friday of every month starting at 6:00pm and until 7:30pm PST on Zoom.
Registration is required - tinyurl.com/smpcqueerwomengroup
(please note- as of 8/1/25, this is a NEW registration link)Questions? Please contact Ishani (they/xem) at ishani.dugar@sanmateopride.org or 650-554-1234 (text ok)
- Support Your Way with a Queer Package (A Suicide Prevention Month event)Needs location
Everyone needs a little boost sometimes. Or a hand while struggling with the challenges this chaotic world has had in store. Join the SMCPC in making a care package- a Queer Package- to show appreciation and maybe a little cheer to that person needing a lift.
Join us Tuesday, September 30th for an uplifting evening of creativity and connection as we celebrate the strength and resilience of our LGBTQIA+ community during Suicide Prevention Month.
In this hands-on workshop and social, you’ll create your own personalized care package while connecting with others in a supportive, affirming environment. Together, we will craft items that promote mental wellness and share local resources, reminding us that through community, we are never alone.
All ages welcome & community members welcome. This is a free event. Food and refreshments provided!
See you on Tuesday, September 30th from 6:30-8:30PM at NAMI San Mateo County 1730 South Amphlett Blvd, Suite 308, San Mateo, CA 94402
Register here for double entry in our prize drawing -https://tinyurl.com/SMCPCSPMQueerPackage
Questions? Please contact info@sanmateopride.org or 650-591-0133
