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Rooted in Pride, Growing Community!

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Sponsors and partners

About Us

Who We Are & Why We're Here

Gate City Pride is a volunteer-led nonprofit in Pocatello, building community, advocacy, and year-round resources for LGBTQ+ people across Southeast Idaho.

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We believe in inclusion, connection, and supporting the local businesses, nonprofits, artists, and neighbors who make this region such a vibrant place to live. Our programs, including The Closet & QRPG, are made possible by donations and volunteer time.

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Explore our site to find an upcoming event, volunteer with us, or make a gift.

Join Us for Events!

Join us at Gate City Pride for a family-friendly, annual event! Our Pride celebration focuses on resources, community building, and offers activities for everyone.

Consider Donating!

Please consider joining us with a monthly donation. Our regular donors make ongoing programs possible, take a look at what we've already started and stay tuned for more, as we grow!

Volunteers Welcome!

Agree with our mission but can't donate financially? Generously volunteering your time is always welcomed!

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Simply fill out our "Contact" form to get started.

Meet The Team

Kellie Pierce, LMSW, President

Kellie Pierce, LMSW

President

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Misty F.

Vice President

Pattie Smith, Director of The Closet and Pride Stage Manager

Pattie S.

Director, Stage & The Closet

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Kai Wren Sanchez Scott

Director, Youth Programs & D&D

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Mellissa T.

Treasurer

A BIG thank you to our sponsors for helping make our mission a reality!

Our Sponsors

Our Programs

This Is How We Create Community

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Teen Book Club!

This youth book club is for 9th-12th graders, and provides space to discuss Young Adult books with LGBTQ+ themes in a safe environment for queer teens and their allies.

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Queer Tabletop Role-playing Club!

To honor the long standing tradition of uniting those who may feel othered, we are so very nerdily thrilled to bring you QRPG! We have sign ups for both middle-schoolers and teens!

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The Closet

The Closet is a free community clothing space designed to support Trans and Gender Expansive individuals — and anyone looking for clothing that reflects who they truly are.

From casual wear to professional pieces, everything is available at no cost in a welcoming, judgment-free environment.

Our Values

Empowerment

Understanding

Inclusivity

Attention

Pride

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