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Peoria Proud

LXCL:FreeBe part of Peoria Proud and help build a stronger, more connected LGBTQ+ community in Central Illinois.Community Members receive access to member meetups, the member portal, committees and project teams, volunteer opportunities, member communications, and pathways to leadership within Peoria Proud.Membership is free because cost should never be a barrier to belonging.

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LXCL:$10+/monthSupport Peoria Proud year-round while enjoying a few extra benefits.Supporting Members receive everything included with free membership, plus:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">20% off Peoria Proud ticketed events</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">20% off Peoria Proud merchandise</li></ul>Your monthly support directly helps fund Peoria Proud's education, advocacy, social outreach, events, and community programming.

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LXCL:$300+/yearFor members who want to show up, get involved, and support Peoria Proud at a higher level.All-Access Members receive all Community and Supporting Member benefits, plus:<ul class="lxcl-ul"><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Complimentary admission to the Peoria Proud Pride Festival</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Complimentary admission to QueerTober</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Complimentary admission to Midnight in Peoria NYE Gala</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Official Peoria Proud member shirt</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Official member name tag</li><li class="lxcl-listItem" dir="ltr">Additional events may be included throughout the year</li></ul>Registration is still required for all events, and admission is subject to event capacity and availability.Certain special events, partner events, fundraisers, or separately designated programs may require an additional ticket or fee.

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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 &mdash; FreeFull Peoria Proud membership at no cost, including:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Member meetups and community connections</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Member portal access</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Committees and project teams</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Volunteer opportunities</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community and organizational updates</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Leadership development and pathways to Board service</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Access to participating Peoria Proud member discounts as they become available</li></ul>Build Member &mdash; $10/monthEverything included with Belong Membership, plus:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">20% off Peoria Proud ticketed events</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">20% off Peoria Proud merchandise</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All participating community business discounts and member benefits</li></ul>Sustain Member &mdash; $300/yearEverything included above, plus:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Official Peoria Proud member shirt</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Official Peoria Proud member name tag</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Complimentary admission to the Peoria Proud Pride Festival</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Complimentary admission to QueerTober</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Complimentary admission to the Midnight in Peoria NYE Gala</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Additional events may be included throughout the year</li></ul>Registration 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:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Keep up with Peoria Proud news and events</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Find upcoming volunteer opportunities</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learn about committees and project teams</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Access member resources and organizational information</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Find participating business discounts</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Stay connected between meetings</li></ul>The 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&rsquo;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.

Thank you for signing up&mdash;we&rsquo;re excited to have you join Peoria Proud!You&rsquo;re taking the first step toward year-round connection, community, and involvement through advocacy, education, and social outreach. Whether you&rsquo;re here to make friends, volunteer, share ideas, or explore leadership, there&rsquo;s a place for you.What happens next?Once we review your registration, we&rsquo;ll send you:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">An email with our Member Promise and Membership Agreement to you to review and sign and emergency contact form. (required)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Member portal login instructions so you can find updates, opportunities, resources, and meeting recaps.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Upcoming meeting details for our monthly Statewide Network + Member Meetup, including how to participate virtually.</li></ul>There&rsquo;s plenty to look forward to!Membership brings opportunities to join projects and committees, develop new skills, meet others, and help shape our community. We&rsquo;re also developing member shirts and name tags, local business discounts, and special pricing for select Peoria Proud events. We&rsquo;ll share benefit availability and details as they&rsquo;re confirmed.You don&rsquo;t have to do everything. Bring your ideas, your interests, and yourself&mdash;we&rsquo;ll help you find a way to participate that feels right for you.Questions in the meantime?&nbsp; Email us! admin@peoriaproud.org Together, we are Peoria Proud.The Peoria Proud Team Equality Plays in Peoria.

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:<ul><li>Member meetups and community connections</li><li>Member portal access</li><li>Committees and project teams</li><li>Volunteer opportunities</li><li>Community and organizational updates</li><li>Leadership development and pathways to Board service</li><li>Access to participating Peoria Proud member discounts as they become available</li></ul>Build Member — $10/monthEverything included with Belong Membership, plus:<ul><li>20% off Peoria Proud ticketed events</li><li>20% off Peoria Proud merchandise</li><li>All participating community business discounts and member benefits</li></ul>Sustain Member — $300/yearEverything included above, plus:<ul><li>Official Peoria Proud member shirt</li><li>Official Peoria Proud member name tag</li><li>Complimentary admission to the Peoria Proud Pride Festival</li><li>Complimentary admission to QueerTober</li><li>Complimentary admission to the Midnight in Peoria NYE Gala</li><li>Additional events may be included throughout the year</li></ul>Registration 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:<ul><li>Keep up with Peoria Proud news and events</li><li>Find upcoming volunteer opportunities</li><li>Learn about committees and project teams</li><li>Access member resources and organizational information</li><li>Find participating business discounts</li><li>Stay connected between meetings</li></ul>The 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.

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