Your donation to Peoria Proud helps support diversity and equality throughout the Peoria Metropolitan Area. The coalition seeks to unify the community as a whole through advocacy, education, and social outreach.

Donations made here will go directly towards putting on next year's River City Pride Festival. Thank you for your continued support!

Peoria Proud MembershipPeoria Proud membership is about staying connected, building community, and giving people more ways to get involved throughout the year.Membership will always be free to join. Financial support is optional, and every membership level makes you a full Peoria Proud member.Statewide Network + Member MeetupOur monthly Statewide Network + Member Meetup, presented in partnership with Equality Illinois, is a regular place to connect with community and learn how to get involved.Come early to mingle and grab food or refreshments when offered, hear updates through Statewide Network about issues affecting LGBTQ+ Illinoisans, and stick around afterward to meet other members, learn about committees and volunteer opportunities, and find your place within Peoria Proud.You do not have to be a Peoria Proud member to attend Statewide Network or a Member Meetup.Our Member Meetup is generally held on the first Thursday of each month at 5:45 PM, unless otherwise announced, with a virtual option available.Attendance is never required to maintain your membership.Not sure if membership is right for you? Come check us out first! Meet some people, learn what Peoria Proud and Equality Illinois are working on, and see how you might like to get involved. There is no pressure to join.Choose the Membership Level That Works for YouBelong Member — FreeFull Peoria Proud membership at no cost, including:Member meetups and community connectionsMember portal accessCommittees and project teamsVolunteer opportunitiesCommunity and organizational updatesLeadership development and pathways to Board serviceAccess to participating Peoria Proud member discounts as they become availableBuild Member — $10/monthEverything included with Belong Membership, plus:20% off Peoria Proud ticketed events20% off Peoria Proud merchandiseAll participating community business discounts and member benefitsSustain Member — $300/yearEverything included above, plus:Official Peoria Proud member shirtOfficial Peoria Proud member name tagComplimentary admission to the Peoria Proud Pride FestivalComplimentary admission to QueerToberComplimentary admission to the Midnight in Peoria NYE GalaAdditional events may be included throughout the yearRegistration is still required for complimentary events, and admission is subject to availability. Certain special, partner, fundraising, or separately designated events may not be included.More Member Benefits Are ComingWe are actively partnering with LGBTQ+-friendly businesses throughout the Peoria area to offer discounts and special benefits to Peoria Proud members.These community partner benefits will be available to members at every membership level, including our free Belong Membership. Discounts and participating businesses will be added as partnerships are established.Your Member PortalWe are currently in Phase One of developing the Peoria Proud online Member Portal.The portal will give members another way to stay connected even if they cannot attend meetings. As it grows, members will be able to use it to:Keep up with Peoria Proud news and eventsFind upcoming volunteer opportunitiesLearn about committees and project teamsAccess member resources and organizational informationFind participating business discountsStay connected between meetingsThe Member Portal and benefits program will continue to grow based on what our members find useful.Participate Your WayThere are no required volunteer hours, meeting attendance requirements, or leadership commitments.Come to every meeting. Volunteer once a year. Join a committee. Attend events. Follow along through the portal. Or simply be part of the community.After registration, we’ll send information about the Member Promise and Agreement, Member Portal access, upcoming meetings, and ways to get involved.Join for free. Support if you can. Belong either way.