ABOUT.
ABOUT SVPRIDE.
Who We Are
Silicon Valley Pride is the largest and longest-running Pride organization in the South Bay, celebrating diversity, inclusion, and the vibrant 2SLGBTQIA+ community since 1975. What began as a grassroots march for equality has flourished into a multifaceted organization offering events, resources, and advocacy year-round.
Our Mission
To create safer spaces and advocate for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to thrive through organizing and sponsoring year-round events and programming.
Our Vision
A safe world where every 2SLGBTQIA+ person can thrive and embrace their authentic self.
Our History
Silicon Valley Pride is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and our allies. It all started back in 1975 as a gay rights rally and evolved into San Jose Pride Festival in 1976. The following year, 1977 San Jose added its first parade to the celebration.
In 2014 San Jose Pride was changed to Silicon Valley Pride to include neighboring cities to encourage unity. It is now the largest Pride celebration of the South Bay and is a family friendly event. That is 50 years of honoring and celebrating our rights to choose whom we love and spend our lives with! The LGBTQ+ movement has been built on the backs of people who have fought hard for equality and progression. We choose to honor those individuals and those whom we’ve lost. It is important, now more than ever, to make our voices heard and to celebrate our diversity! We will not be pushed aside and we will not be erased!
* Mission and Vision Statement was updated as of 4/14/2024
BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Silicon Valley Pride is guided by a dedicated and diverse group of individuals who volunteer their time, skills, and passion to advance our mission.
Our Board of Directors and Coordinators are unpaid volunteers who contribute countless hours to ensure the success of our events, programs, and advocacy efforts. Their leadership and commitment reflect the heart and spirit of our organization.
We are deeply grateful for the ongoing support of our community, which empowers us to continue building a stronger, more inclusive future together.​
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Nicole Altamirano
Chief Executive Officer
Shy Garcia
Chief Vendor Officer
Casey Kloss
Chief Hospitality Officer
Anju Rosintoski
Chief Parade Officer
Marqus Koranteng
Chief Entertainment Officer
Selena Wang
Chief Community Engagement Officer
