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Welcome to PPF

Pacific Pride Foundation works to ensure a healthy, visible and vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Santa Barbara County.

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EXCITING NEWS!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Pacific Pride Foundation proudly announces the appointment of Julio Roman (he/him) as our new Executive Director effective August 15, 2024.

Julio is a Latinx LGBTQ+ advocate, organizational builder, and author. For over twenty-four years, he has been passionately committed to creating LGBTQ+ safe spaces and advancing health equality and social justice initiatives for LGBTQ+ communities, along with other marginalized groups impacted by HIV/AIDS and its related health, social, and economic disparities. As a founding member and co-founder of two LGBTQ+ centers in Newark, NJ, he has presented and published his public health findings on local, state, and national levels.

Join us in welcoming Julio!


SERVICES

Youth

PPF brings together LGBTQ+ youth to safely celebrate their identities, join in activism and education, and build friendships. Find out more about our empowering LGBTQ+ Youth Services, including: 

  • PROUD Prom
  • Youth Group
  • YALP
  • (90) Days of Summer
  • Youth Connect Conference

 

Adults

Looking to get involved with a strong community of LGBTQ+ adults and allies?

  • Join SaBLE
  • Become an Ambassador
  • Volunteer at events, in the office, and more
  • Enjoy LGBT-themed Film nights
  • Attend weekly Young Adult therapeutic support groups at PPF

Parents

Whether you’re an avid supporter of your LGBTQ+ kid or have just found out your child’s sexuality or gender identity is not what you expected, PPF is here to assist in your journey.

  • Check out our tips for adults supporting LGBTQ+ youth
  • Find out about counseling at PPF
  • Get resources and referrals 

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Volunteer Your Time

Pacific Pride Foundation’s services could not be possible without the help of countless volunteers who selflessly devote their time.

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Partners in Pride

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