WeHo Pride Community Group Program

WeHo Pride is an annual event organized by the City of West Hollywood, celebrating love, acceptance, and diversity. As part of its programming, WeHo Pride offers several opportunities for community groups, vendors, performers, and sponsors to participate in the event. Among these is the Community Group Program, which allows LGBTQ+ community groups to apply for City funding to produce independent Pride events. Selected groups will enter into a co-sponsorship agreement with the City and become part of the official WeHo Pride program, gaining visibility and promotion through the City’s WeHo Pride website. The purpose of the Community Group Program is to provide financial support for community-led events that contribute to the overall celebration of Pride in West Hollywood. Funded events must align with the mission of WeHo Pride, emphasizing visibility, expression, celebration, and support of the LGBTQ+ community. Groups are encouraged to propose creative and inclusive events that engage diverse audiences and foster community connection. Eligibility for the Community Group Program is limited to LGBTQ+ community groups, though specific legal entity types are not listed in the provided materials. Applications must be submitted by March 17, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT. Selected groups will enter into a formal co-sponsorship agreement with the City of West Hollywood, requiring adherence to terms related to event production, promotion, and reporting. The funding amount available is not stated on the website, so applicants will need to contact the City directly for funding specifics. The application process requires completion of an online form, in which groups will describe their proposed event, its goals, anticipated audience, and how it aligns with the WeHo Pride mission. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly stated, but it is implied that proposals will be reviewed based on creativity, community impact, inclusivity, and alignment with Pride values. While the award date is not provided, it is likely that selections will be made shortly after the March 17, 2025 deadline to allow sufficient time for event planning. For further information or to apply, interested groups can visit the official WeHo Pride website or contact the City of West Hollywood. Additional questions can likely be directed to the WeHo Pride team through official channels, though no direct contact email or phone number was explicitly listed for this particular program. As a result, applicants are encouraged to monitor the WeHo Pride website or reach out via the general contact options provided by the City of West Hollywood.