Mission
Blue Ridge Pride Center is a nonprofit organization located in North Carolina that serves the LGBTQIA2S+ community by promoting advocacy, celebration, education, and service. The organization aims to create a vibrant and inclusive community where all individuals experience belonging, dignity, equity, hope, and joy.
Basic Information
Founded in
2009
EIN
26-4272258
Total Assets
$145.1 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Generation Plus Program
A program addressing the needs of the older LGBTQIA+ population in the community.

Pride Portal
A digital hub for resources, community news, and support for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.

Oral History Project
An initiative to collect and share the stories of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Impact Stats
Attendees
Annual Pride Festival Attendance
The Pride Festival has grown significantly over the years, with attendance reaching 14,000 in 2023.
New Positions
Hiring of Full-Time Staff
In 2023, Blue Ridge Pride hired its first full-time Executive Director and expanded its staff capacity.
Stories Collected
LGBTQIA+ Oral History Project
Blue Ridge Pride initiated an Oral History Project to document and celebrate LGBTQIA+ stories in the community.
Past Events
Pride Festival 2023
2023-06-10
The annual Pride Festival where tens of thousands gather to celebrate and advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights.
Stonewall Gala 2023
2023-06-29
A gala event celebrating achievements within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Miss Blue Ridge Pride Pageant 2023
2023-08-20
An annual pageant showcasing talents and stories within the community.
Upcoming Events

Annual Pride Festival 2024
2024-09-21
Join us for the Pride festival with community events and resources.
Learn MoreOur Programs

Generation Plus
A program addressing the needs of older LGBTQIA+ individuals through various events and resources.
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WNC Pride Portal
A digital hub for LGBTQIA+ resources and information in Western North Carolina.
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Health Equity Initiatives
Programs focused on addressing health disparities in the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
67
74
/100
Program Expense Ratio
100.00%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
341.67%
20
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.02124
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.133
12
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 52.21K | 25.76% |
Program Services | 150.4K | 74.22% |
Investment Income | 38 | 0.02% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 202.7K | 100.00% |