The Fresno County Board of Supervisors recently held a session that touched a nerve for many local residents. Starting around the 47 minute mark of the meeting, the discussion turned toward prohibiting the Fresno County Library from participating in, tabling at, or conducting outreach during the Fresno Rainbow Pride Festival. During the meeting, the debate […]
The Central Valley is full of stories that deserve to be told. From the vibrant nightlife and local arts scene to the critical political shifts affecting our rights, there is always something happening that needs a dedicated perspective. At LGBTQ Fresno, we believe that the best way to represent our community is to ensure that
Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival is back and ready to kick off Pride Month. Celebrating 36 years with this year theme, Pride Without Borders. Saturday June 6, 2026, Parade at 10 AM in the Tower DistrictFestival 11 AM-5 PM at Fresno City College. Fresno Rainbow Pride is the largest LGBTQIA event in the Central
We’re building something simple but powerful: a multi-issue, non-territorial movement where people come together across communities to share resources, organize locally, and take meaningful action—neighbor to neighbor. And it’s already happening. With a base of 44 states and growing, local organizers are stepping up and hosting community gatherings in the lead-up to the 40th Anniversary of Hands Across
The Central Valley is positioned at the gateway to some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the world. For many in the LGBTQ+ community, however, accessing these spaces hasn’t always felt simple. Outdoor recreation has often lacked diversity, which can make marginalized individuals feel like outsiders in rural or remote areas. This is why
On Sunday, Feb. 22, Fresno LGBTQ+ community lost a true pioneer and a generous soul. Virgil Wigley, the 88-year-old founder of The Red Lantern and a cornerstone of local LGBTQ+ history, passed away suddenly. For nearly 50 years, Virgil carried the weight of providing a sanctuary for our community. Opening a gay bar in 1976
At LGBTQ Fresno, we know how important it is for our youth to have a consistent, safe space to connect, share their stories, and learn how to make a difference. That is why we are thrilled to announce that our EmpowerYouth program, is expanding! Starting this February, we are doubling our meetups to ensure youth
The following list highlights several key scholarship opportunities dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ students and allies in their educational endeavors. From local initiatives like the Bulldog Pride Fund at Fresno State to national programs like the Point Foundation, these resources offer more than just funding; they provide mentorship, community connection, and a validation of identity. Whether
As 2025 draws to a close, the Fresno EOC LGBTQ+ Resource Center is on the brink of permanent dissolution. Once a beacon of hope and a critical safety net for the region’s most vulnerable, the Center is now a casualty of federal gridlock, funding expiration, and structural fragility. According to an October 6 letter shared
A veteran FBI employee’s dream of becoming a Special Agent has been cut short. David Maltinsky, a 16-year veteran of the bureau, was fired just weeks before his graduation from the FBI Academy, allegedly for a rainbow Pride flag he had displayed at his desk years prior. While some reports, including those from the New
