HoCo Pride is a collection of events and programs that are geared toward the support of, advocacy for, and education about the LGBTQ+ community in Howard County. All proceeds earned go to supporting HoCo Pride!
HoCo Pride is fiscally sponsored by PFLAG Columbia-Howard County a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization in partnership with the Inner Arbor Trust. All donations are 100% tax-deductible.
Our Purpose
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To build a sense of community within Howard County's LGBTQ+ population.
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To encourage the public to embrace and understand the importance of tolerance and acceptance in our increasingly diverse community.
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To educate all citizens about the issues and concerns of sexual and gender minorities in the community.
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To advocate for policy and guidelines that benefit and support the LGBTQ+ community.
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To support the LGBTQ+ community in their efforts to cope with an adverse society.
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To promote and provide cultural activities within the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community.
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To increase the visibility of the sexual and gender minority communities of Howard County.
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To enhance the quality of life for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people in Howard County.