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Nonprofit & Community Organizations Parade Application

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Deadline: Jun 06, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Baltimore Pride 2026
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Date: Jun 08, 2026 8:00 am - Jun 14, 2026 11:45 pm (EDT)
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BALTIMORE, Maryland
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$ 250.00

About the application

Baltimore Pride 2025 – Non-Profit & Community Organizations Parade Application


Be a Leader in the Baltimore Pride Parade!
Join us as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Baltimore Pride and step into the spotlight to embody this year’s theme: “50 Shades of Pride.” Whether you are a non-profit organization, small business, large business, or government agency, the Baltimore Pride Parade offers a unique opportunity to showcase your commitment to equality, inclusion, and progress.

 

Why Participate in the Baltimore Pride Parade?

  • Amplify Your Voice: Highlight your organization's mission and values while celebrating the strength, resilience, and diversity of the LGBTQ/SGL community.
  • Showcase Your Support: Demonstrate your commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable future for all.
  • Expand Your Reach: Engage with over 150,000 attendees and make meaningful connections with a vibrant and engaged audience.
  • Celebrate a Historic Milestone: Be part of this once-in-a-lifetime celebration of five decades of Pride in Baltimore.

About the event

Letter from the Organizer Dear Community Partners, Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Baltimore Pride 2026. We’re excited to invite you to be part of this year’s celebration—“Charm City Homecoming: Pride Lives Here.” Baltimore Pride has always meant something special. It’s not just about one weekend. It’s about showing up for each other, making space for joy, and reminding people they don’t have to shrink themselves to fit in. For a lot of us, Pride is the one time we can fully breathe, fully belong, and be surrounded by community that feels like home. That’s why this year’s theme matters so much. “Pride Lives Here” is a message to every LGBTQ/SGL person who has ever wondered if they’re welcome. It’s a reminder that Pride doesn’t only exist on a stage or in a parade route—it lives in our neighborhoods, our families and chosen families, our local businesses, our community leaders, and the people who keep showing up, even when things are hard. A sponsorship from your organization isn’t just a logo on a banner. It helps us build a Pride that’s safe, affirming, and accessible—and it helps us keep this work going beyond Pride season. Your support strengthens the Pride Center of Maryland’s ability to serve the community year-round, especially those who are most impacted by systemic barriers—Black LGBTQ/SGL communities, trans and gender-expansive folks, and people navigating housing and behavioral health challenges. We’d love to partner with you to make Baltimore Pride 2026 something our city can be proud of—something that feels like a real homecoming. Thank you for standing with the community and for helping Pride live right here in Baltimore.
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Terms & Conditions

Please note this is for individuals, organizations, and non-profit foundations with a budget lower than $500k. Non-profit and/or government agencies will need to upload proof of their 501(c)(3) status in order to complete this application.

 

No Refund Policy:
Please note that all vendor and parade participant fees are non-refundable. In the event that you decide to withdraw from the event, no refunds will be issued.

Prices

Nonprofit Community Ogaanization $250.00 Non-refundable Be part of the Baltimore Pride 2026 Parade and showcase your organization, business, or community group in front of thousands of attendees along the parade route. This is a high-visibility opportunity to celebrate, engage, and show your Pride. All parade participants must register in advance. Additional details regarding lineup location, staging times, and participation guidelines will be provided upon approval. Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • Description of organization
  • What is your annual budget?
  • Entry Name
  • Group Type
  • Mode of Transportation
  • Length and Width of Unit (Be specific as possible, precise measurement is needed to make proper accomodations)
  • Number and Type of Vehicles In Unit
  • Approximate Number of People in Unit
  • Number of Animals and Types (If Applicable)
  • Have you participated in this Parade previously?
  • Which Years?
  • Please upload any photos to show other events that you have done.
  • Please upload your vehicle insurance (if applicable)
  • Please upload your 501c3 determination letter.
  • Please Print Full Name Below In Agreement of the Form

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 0
Nonprofit & Community Organizations Parade Application
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