Elevate; Not replicate!

We are Pridefest Collaborative. PFC is a collection of like-minded professionals and community members from all over the Southeast with one goal in mind: make this world just a little bit more fun and whole lot safer for our LGBTQIA+ youth and their families.

Beautiful PEOPLE. Happy PEOPLE. Better Lives.

Welcome to Pridefest Collabortive, where our focus is to #elevatenotreplicate all the great organizations that support LGBTQIA+ youth and families in our community.

While we serve the upstate of SC primarily, we want to be a voice for all LGBTQIA+youth and those that support, protect, and engage their ability to face the adversity of the world!

A Letter from our founder

Welcome to Pridefest Collaborative, where our focus is to #elevatenotreplicate all the great organizations that support LGBTQIA+ youth and families in our community.

While we serve the upstate of SC primarily, we want to be a voice for all LGBTQIA+ youth and those that support, protect, and engage their ability to face the adversity of the world!

Dr. Mike Guyton-Nunley

Founding President

Our Mission & Vision

How Can You help?

The most important thing is to advocate and educate others when it comes to LGBTQ issues, and to be an active and vocal ally in the fight for our rights and well-being.

Contribute

Donations are tax deducible and go to help fund our services

Experience

Come, join one of our events to find the resources you need

impacting our youth and their families

LGBTQIA+ youth continue to face a wide range of challenges and issues that can negatively impact their lives

33% of Transgender boys reported having an eating disorder in the last year
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45% of LGBTQIA+ youth has seriously considered suicide in the last year
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16% of LGBTQIA+ youth missed school in the last month due to a fear of safety
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Using a youth's chosen name reduces symptoms of depression by 71%
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COLLABORATORS & SPONSORS

These collaborations from local sponsors and organizations are what makes Pridefest Collaborative special to our LGBTQ+ community and our allies.

Portrait about love and sexual diversisty

"As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am so grateful for Pridefest Collaborative and the work they do. Their events and programs are truly inclusive and welcoming, and they have created a safe and supportive space for people of all identities

Sydney; a young latin caucasian transgender woman outdoors
Sydney (They/Them)

"Pridefest Collaborative is an incredible non-profit organization that is truly making a difference in the LGBTQIA+ community. Their commitment to safe social spaces and their dedication to creating events that promote inclusivity and acceptance is inspiring.

Niki Civinemz (She/Her)

They create spaces where LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies can come together to celebrate and uplift one another. Their work is vital in a world that can often be hostile to LGBTQIA+ people, and I am grateful for the support and community that they provide.

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Thesis (They/Them)

"Pridefest Collaborative is an absolute gem in the non-profit world. As someone who has worked with them on multiple events, I can attest to their professionalism, creativity, and unwavering commitment to making a difference in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Confident lady with LGBT flag headband adjusting sunglasses and smiling at camera
Carla Livina (She/Her)

Latest News

Stay in- the-loop with Pridefest Collaborative. You will find articles, news, and helpful resources from collaborating organizations working in our community