Hayco Pride

Haywood County Pride is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more inclusive and equitable Haywood County. Together, we can create a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, or socio-economic status. Explore our website to learn more about our programs, events, and how you can get involved in creating a more inclusive future for all.

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Haywood County Pride is a coalition of LGBTQIA+ individuals, allies, and supportive organizations united behind a shared vision of an inclusive and safe community for the people of Haywood County, NC.

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Poverty vs Pride:

The intersection of class and the LGBTQIA+ experience in Appalachia & beyond presents significant economic and social challenges. LGBTQ+ individuals face discrimination in employment, higher rates of poverty, and homelessness, restrictions on access to healthcare, etc. HayCo Pride aims to break this cycle through community initiatives and connections, striving for a culture where everyone can…
free market & resource fair 101

HayCo Pride is seeking applicants for booths at its Queer Culture Celebration’s Community Free Market/Resource Fair. The Free Market promotes generosity, inclusivity, and community care, offering resources and connections for all community members, particularly the LGBTQIAP2S+ community. Local vendors, artists, and organizations are invited to participate in the event.
volunteer kick-off party!

Join HayCo Pride’s Volunteer Kick-Off Party on July 5th at 6pm! Get involved in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Meet fellow volunteers, play games, enjoy food, and learn about projects for the October Queer Culture Celebration. RSVP for location details. Connect, support, and make a positive impact in our community!
ICYMI: Celebrating Queer Pride from Hendo to HayCo

This past weekend, the vibrant spirit of our Appalachian LGBTQIA2S+ community was shining brightly throughout the mountains thanks to the record-breaking Hendersonville Pride Picnic. HayCo Pride was thrilled to be a part of this wonderful gathering as a vendor. We are still basking in the validation, joy, and purpose we experienced during the event, and…
Meet Bellamy Crawford: Designer of the Vibrant HayCo Pride Logo

We are thrilled to announce the winner of the HayCo Pride Logo Contest! After receiving numerous incredible submissions from talented designers in our community, one design stood out for its creativity, vibrancy, and ability to capture the essence of HayCo Pride. Congratulations to Bellamy Crawford for their outstanding work!
Roots of Pride:

From Protest to Celebration Happy Pride Month! At HayCo Pride, we know that Pride is 365 days a year, but we relish in Pride Month as a special time of celebration, solidarity, and visibility for the LGBTQIA2S+ community. The origins of this annual event are deeply rooted in a history of struggle, activism, and defiance…
Save the Date!

SAVE THE DATE: HayCo Pride Queer Culture CelebrationSATURDAY, OCTOBER 5TH 2024 at HART THEATER Haywood County Pride is excited to announce that we have been formally established as a nonprofit organization and are hosting Haywood County’s first ever official Queer Culture Celebration on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, from 10am to 5pm at the HART Theater! What…