Pride Center of WNY

Welcome to the Pride Center of Western New York website. We are glad you chose to visit us and find out more information on the programs and services we offer. The Pride Center of Western New York, Inc., is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization. The mission of the Center is to work with the community to make Western New York a safe, healthy and satisfying place for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender people to live, work and establish their families. By working with organizations, businesses and individuals, the Pride Center of Western New York strives to:

• Refer individuals and groups to LGBT organizations and allied organizations for health care, legal issues and other needed assistance.
• Enhance communication between organizations and businesses to make their mission and services known to each other and to the larger community.
• Develop leadership within the community.
• Strengthen vehicles of communication and information.
• Expand the visibility of LGBT issues and accomplishments, and educate the general public about the value that the LGBT community has in our society.
• Provide a safe, secure and private environment for groups and organizations to meet, allowing them to increase their impact on the community

The Pride Center welcomes all groups and individuals seeking to add to the continuing improvement of the LGBT community. The Pride Center is funded through a grant from the New York State Department of Health and other funding, as well as generous contributions from the community. All donations are tax deductible and benefit the programs and services of the Pride Center!

The Pride Center is dedicated to increasing the availability of information and referrals for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender communities of western New York. Our website is updated monthly so check back to see what new offerings are available in your local community. If you have further questions or suggestions for resources, programs, services, or events feel free to contact us by using the button to the side or by calling us at 716-852-PRIDE (7743).