Farewell to Andrea Fisher, Pride Corpus Christi Board of Directors
21 April, 2023Dear Pride Corpus Christi Community, It is with mixed emotions that we announce the departure of our esteemed board member, Andrea Fisher. Andrea will be stepping down from her volunteer position at Pride Corpus Christi to pursue a new employment opportunity in San Antonio. While we are excited...
Produce® Bar & Gallery Announces Open Call for Submissions for LGBTQIA+ Art Exhibition
26 March, 2023Produce® Bar & Gallery, in collaboration with Joey Gonzalez, is excited to announce an open call for submissions for a special art exhibition showcasing the work of LGBTQIA+ artists. The exhibition, titled “Day Dreaming Ourselves Awake,” will explore the investigative potential...
Dive Into a Month of Celebration: Pride Corpus Christi’s Pride Month Events
16 March, 2023Full Schedule (Official Events) June 3rd, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM – Youth LGBTQIA+ Prom at the Coastal Bend Pride Center (‘Night Under the Sea’ theme) June 4th, 10:30 AM – Open and Affirming Sermon & Potluck at St. Paul United Church of Christ June 4th –...
Board President Speaks at Unitarian Universalist Church
28 February, 2023Jonathan Swindle, the President of Pride Corpus Christi, recently spoke at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Corpus Christi, TX on February 26. The focus of his speech was on the future of Pride and the hurdles that must be overcome. Swindle also addressed the efforts being made at the...
Create A Trans-Friendly Community
11 November, 2022As the transgender awareness movement continues to grow and become more visible, it’s important for communities to create safe spaces that are supportive and welcoming for people who identify as transgender. By taking these steps, we can create an inclusive environment for all, and send a...
Benefits to ‘Coming Out’ to Friends & Family
11 October, 2022Coming out as LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual, plus other identities within the community) is a deeply personal decision, and only an individual can decide if and when to come out. However, there are some reasons why coming out can be an important and...
Ways to be an Ally in Corpus Christi, TX
30 September, 2022It is important to understand and support the LGBTQIA+ community in Corpus Christi, Texas and everywhere else because all individuals deserve to be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. The LGBTQIA+ community has historically faced...
PRIDE Corpus Christi Receives CDC HIV/STD Testing Grant
27 September, 2022PRIDE Corpus Christi has been awarded a ten-month grant from the CDC to expand local access to HIV/STD testing and prevention measures. By applying on our website, residents within the 12-county Coastal Bend region may receive at home test kits via postal mail. Tests for HIV and STDs may be...
Official Statement Advocating on Behalf of CCISD LGBTQIA+ Student Population
14 September, 2022“As you are aware, we are here today to call on CCISD to act on protecting our LGBTQIA+ youth in their care with a diversity, equity and inclusion policy. An action already taken by many other public educational institutions in the State of Texas. However, it is evident that they have...
Now Accepting Applications for Parade & Block Party
06 September, 2022After enjoying a fantastic week of festivities with the community in June, PRIDE Corpus Christi is excited to announce that the celebration continues with the return of our block party and parade on October 8, 2022! After a two-year hiatus to maintain social distancing and the safety of our...