AN EVENING OUT
5TH ANNUAL PRIDE CENTER OF NJ GALA
Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 6PM
APA Hotel in Woodbridge, NJ
Gala Co-Chairs: Mark McSpirit & Vic Schimmenti
Hosted by Harmonic Sunbeam
This semi-formal evening of cocktails, dinner, dance, and entertainment celebrates the vibrant, visible, and thriving LGBTQ+ Community in
New Jersey - the place to be...
PROUDLY SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR NEARLY 30 YEARS
The Pride Center of New Jersey (PCNJ) is committed to fostering a safe and healthy environment for people to share who they are, learn more about themselves, and develop a network of support for generations to come.
Your support for this vital event will help sustain our safe spaces and programming for LGBTQ+ individuals, building a brighter future for all in the community, including our most vulnerable trans youth. All proceeds from the gala will support ongoing and new programming at PCNJ.
Help us continue our mission for the safety, health, and well-being of all LGBTQ+ individuals.
Stand with us and show your support by participating in this fun event and celebrating with the LGBTQ+ community.
Read on below to see exactly how the Pride Center of NJ has helped shape the lives of people over the years.
Places like the Pride Center, accessible venues for public gathering that are free and non-exlusionary, are precious and I am deeply grateful for the social connections PCNJ has fostered for me over the years. I would be a lot more isolated without it.
Briar (she/her), age 25
attendee of +8yrs
PCNJ has provided an excellent space for me to be my truest self surrounded by other queer people who have common interests and experiences. Not only are the events fantastic, but I have also bonded with other members and regularly hang out with them outside of the groups. I highly recommend checking out PCNJ if you are looking for a good queer space!
Eleanor (she/her), age 23
attendee of +1yrs
PCNJ is one of the first places where my gender was affirmed and respected in a large group setting. It helped me find local community and feel more confident using my pronouns. Additionally, engaging with folx of diverse ages, genders, and sexual orientations broadened my perspective on different life experiences, alleviating feelings of isolation.
James (they/them), age 32
attendee of +1yrs
Have any questions?
Have questions about the different sponsorship levels? Want to advertise your business with us at the Gala? Want to know other ways you can get involved with the Gala? Contact our Gala Co-Chairs, Vic Schimmenti & Mark McSpirit, at gala@pridecenter.org.
There's so many ways to contribute!
Want to help us make this the best Gala yet? Read on below to see what you or your organization can do!
Sponsorship Levels
For more information, please contact our Gala Co-Chairs, Vic Schimmenti and Mark McSpirit, at gala@pridecenter.org.
Thank You to All of This Year's Sponsors!
Generational Equity Builder
Community Development Leader
DEI Champion
Youth Empowerment Champion
Pride Partner
Rainbow Ally
THERE'S MANY WAYS TO HELP MAKE THE GALA A SUCCESS
All funds raised through the Gala go directly back into our operating budget, funding critical programs for our community. Check out the many ways you can get involved. If you have any questions, reach out to us directly at gala@pridecenter.org.
Purchase Ad Space!
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Donate Items to Our Silent Auction!
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