I’m sure you know how much it means to our organization for you to give us the financial (in monetary and in-kind) backing we’re so fortunate to receive. Your contributions were used to support numerous events throughout the years up to this year’s 2024 June Pride Month activities. Pride month has been growing over the last decade to be one of the most extensive events in Thunder Bay and the region! Again, the Pride Festival welcomed over 10,000 people, and we are so happy you were a part of that number! Thunder Pride Association can only offer a month’s worth of activities and more with the support of donors and sponsors like you!
We appreciate your ongoing support and hope you can donate to our annual fund campaign today. This helps us run our organization and provides free community events like our popular monthly Queer Coffee nights.
For example, a donation of 100$ covers one coffee event; which supports small local businesses and brings all members of the community together.
We have many options for your ease:
- A cheque can be made payable to Thunder Pride Box 29006 McIntyre Centre Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5K0
- An e-transfer to hello@thunderpride.ca with a memo of “donation”
- You can do a Business Sponsorship: Apply Here
- You donate online safely, and securely here on our Squaresite
We’re glad you’ve taken such a big part in helping us grow to advocate, support and create fun, safe spaces/events for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and We hope our contributions help you as much as you’re helping us!
On behalf of the Rainbow Collective and Thunder Pride, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication and generous contributions to the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Your ongoing support has been instrumental in empowering and uplifting our communities, and we are immensely grateful for your commitment to our cause.
Jason Veltri & Scotia Kauppi
As we approach Pride Month 2024, we wanted to take a moment to express our appreciation for your past and present sponsorships to either organization. Your contributions have played a pivotal role in enabling us to co-produce Pride month events that celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and advocate for equality. Your support has not only helped sustain our Pride events but has also fueled our collective efforts to create a more accepting and affirming society for all members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
It is essential to emphasize that by supporting both the Rainbow Collective and Thunder Pride, you are not simply choosing one organization over another; rather, you are dedicating your support to the broader 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in need. Our collaboration underscores our shared commitment to working together to address the diverse needs and challenges faced by our communities. Through joint discussions, collaborative events, and individual initiatives, we strive to foster unity, resilience, and empowerment within the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Additionally, we would like to highlight the seamless collaboration between the Rainbow Collective and Thunder Pride over the past 3 years in our joint efforts to organize Pride Month. By working closely together, we have successfully divided specific responsibilities, such as organizing the festival and coordinating the parade. These tasks, which have become increasingly monumental in recent years due to heightened safety and security measures, rising policing costs, inflationary pressures, and a growing attendance at the festival, require a concerted effort and more hands-on deck than ever before. Through our collective dedication and shared vision, we have been able to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring that Pride Month remains a safe, inclusive, and unforgettable experience for all participants.
Your sponsorship enables us to continue our vital work of organizing inclusive events, providing essential resources, and advocating for the rights and well-being of all individuals within our communities. Your generosity amplifies our collective voice and strengthens our capacity to effect positive change.
As we embark on another year of advocacy and celebration, we wholeheartedly welcome your continued support and partnership. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals, ensuring that Pride Month remains a beacon of hope, solidarity, and love for generations to come.
Thank you once again for your invaluable contributions and support. We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you in 2024 and beyond.
Rainbow Collective & Thunder Pride
