Last year, we unfortunately had to cancel the Lincoln Pride parade due to the rising costs involved in making it happen safely. It was a heartbreaking decision, because we know how much the parade means to our community. For so many people, it is one of the most visible and powerful parts of Pride, bringing LGBTQ+ people, allies, families, local businesses and community groups together on the streets of Lincoln.

This fundraiser is specifically to help bring the Lincoln Pride parade back. Money raised through this fundraiser will not go towards the main event or general Pride running costs. Every donation will be used only for the parade, helping cover the essential costs needed to safely move through the city, including road closures, traffic management, safety measures, security, stewarding and parade logistics.

Prides across the country are struggling to raise the funds needed to continue, with costs increasing year after year. Road closures, public safety requirements, anti-terrorism measures, crowd management and emergency planning are all vital, but they are also incredibly expensive. These are not optional extras - they are the things that allow a parade to happen safely and responsibly.

The parade is more than just a procession. It is a statement of visibility, solidarity and celebration. It gives people the chance to march proudly through their city, to be seen, to be heard and to know they are not alone. Bringing the parade back would mean so much to so many people across Lincoln and beyond.

Every donation, no matter the size, helps us take another step towards making this possible. If you want to see the Lincoln Pride parade return to the streets of Lincoln, please donate and share this fundraiser with friends, family, local businesses and anyone who believes Pride should be visible, celebrated and supported.

Thank you for supporting Lincoln Pride and helping us work towards bringing the parade back to our city!