About us
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
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Launch into Pride- a Pride Month kick off party!
The Local Spot, 196 Old County Road, Belmont, CA, USLaunch into Pride this Saturday, 5/30 at the Local Spot (Brisbane) at 4-8PM
PRIDE MONTH is coming! Although it's pride 24/7 around here, we're starting out June with a Pride Launch Party! Our friends at Made of Dough are hosting a party and you're invited! Join us Saturday, May 30 from 4-8pm at The Local Spot in Brisbane.
What can you expect? Cookie decorating, a space to craft and make art, a dance party with DJ Danny, a market with local Queer artisans, libations and MORE!
No registration required!
The Local Spot is located at 196 Old County Road in Belmont.
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Preparing for Pride: Trans* 101
Island United Church, Foster City, CA, Foster City, CA, USJoin us on Wednesday, June 10 for a free training - Trans* 101
Training description -
Want to better understand the relevant and pressing needs of the transgender and non-binary communities? This training offers in-depth conversations on topics such as transphobia, transitioning, being an ally to people of all gender identities and expressions, and more. We conclude this training with tips and tricks on how to be an advocate for the trans community as well as resources for continued learning.**Please note: participants are typically required to have taken SOGIE 101 in preparation for this training. For this training, community members can attend even if they have little/no SOGIE knowledge.
When: Doors at 6:45, Program at 7, Q&A at 8:30
Where: Island United Church, 1130 Balclutha Drive Foster City, 94404
Questions?: contact ishani.dugar@sanmateopride.org for training questions, pastor@iucfc.org for any questions about the locationPlease note - these trainings are only onsite, no hybrid option is offered
This is the third of our four part, free training series called "Preparing for Pride: From Undoing Assumptions, to Embodying Allyship". The final training in this series is Putting Allyship into Action (6/24)
To register for Trans* 101 and learn more about the other trainings please visit - https://tinyurl.com/prepforpride
To learn more about our training program, visit this link - https://sanmateopride.org/resources/trainings/
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Rooted In Resilience: A Community Meditation, Movement & Music Experience
Redwood Picnic Area, Huddart Park, https://maps.app.goo.gl/mCGB6jVjvzWgxKdy9?g_st=ic, Redwood City, CA, USRooted in Resilience: A Community Meditation, Movement & Music Experience
Sun, June 14 at Huddart Park (Redwood City) from 10:30am-12pmRooted in Resilience is a benefit for the SMC Pride Center!
What can you expect? Meditation, qi gong, live acoustic music, and community connection! No experience necessary. All identities and experience levels are welcome.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing
- Water bottle
- Yoga mat, blanket or towel
- Layers and sun protection
- Your support for the SMC Pride Center
See you on Sunday, June 14 from 1030am-12pm in Huddart Part, Redwood City (Redwood Picnic Area).
For more information about Huddart Park, please visit this link.Free for all – donations encourage - Register here
Questions? Email info@sanmateopride.org or 650-591-0133
Thank you to our friends at Libertiva for co-hosting this event for us. To learn more about Libertiva, visit this link - https://www.libertiva.org/
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Moving withe Pride - A cardio workout class
Out of the Barrel, 555 El Camino Real Suite 150, San Carlos, CA, USMoving withe Pride - A cardio workout class
Saturday, June 20 from 1-3pm at Out of the Barrel (San Carlos)Celebrate the Summer Solstice with movement, community, and a whole lot of PRIDE ️
Join Val for a special outdoor edition of Val’s Vibe — a high-energy cardio and movement class designed to make you sweat, smile, and connect. As part of our Summer Solstice Wellness Weekend, we’re bringing the YHC community together outdoors at Out of the Barrel.
This donation-based class will support the San Mateo Pride Center, and Out of the Barrel will also be donating 10% of event sales during the gathering. So grab a friend, stay for a drink after class, and help us celebrate community in all its forms.
All levels welcome. Just bring your energy and good vibes.LOCATION
Out of the Barrel - 555 El Camino Real Suite 150 San Carlos, CA 94070Register here
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