About PRIDE
Since 2012, we have been a central part of the Lubbock LGBTQ+ community.
LubbockPRIDE is an organization that hosts the annual LGBTQ+ pride festival in Lubbock, Texas. The festival brings together Lubbock and the surrounding communities for a day of fun, food, and fabulous entertainment! This event is family friendly and we welcome people of all ages.
Our goal is to promote equality and increase awareness around issues affecting the Lubbock LGBTQ+ community. We celebrate the strides our community has taken for acceptance from society, our friends, and family.
Our Focus
Create a welcoming and accepting organization by being positive role models for members of the LGBTQ+ community and our allies.
Foster communication, tolerance, and mutual support among LGBTQ+ persons.
Oppose prejudice in society at large and within the LGBTQ+ community on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
Encourage fellowship and support among participating businesses, professionals, individuals, and charitable organizations with the LGBTQ+ community and our allies.
Produce the annual pride festival that fosters a sense of community and encourages LGBTQ+ persons to live openly and with pride.
Our Mission
To achieve positive representation of the LGBTQ+ community within Lubbock and represent the city and the surrounding areas in a dignified manner.
Meet the Board
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Topher Covarrubio
He/Him
PRESIDENT
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Tiffany Frias
She/Her
VICE-PRESIDENT
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Eddie Sanchez
He/Him
FINANCE DIRECTOR
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MacKenzie Wantje
They/Them
SECRETARY
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Thomas Vargas
He/Him
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
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Michael Olivas
He/Him
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
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James Budd Dees
He/Him
ENTERTAINMENT COORDINATOR
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Gil Corona
He/Him
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
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Chanté Geiger
She/They
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
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Danielle Ewing
She/Her
FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
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Fernando Angel-Bigbie
He/Him/El
ADMINISTRATOR
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Zoe Fuqua
She/Her
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
Open Board Positions
We are an all-volunteer non-profit organization. We do not take salaries nor take wages from the Organization.
In addition to the basic responsibilities of each position, attendance in monthly meetings is also required of each Board Member.
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Youth Engagement Coordinator
We are looking for one person to join our current coordinator (this position is shared between two people).
The ideal Youth Coordinator is someone outgoing and passionate about providing safe and affirming spaces for local LGBTQ+ youth. For an idea of the time commitment, we would like to have at least one youth event per month. Previous work with kids and an engaging personality are ideal qualities but not required.
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Volunteer Coordinator
We are looking for one person to join our current coordinator (this position is shared between two people).
The Volunteer Coordinators oversee communicating with and recruiting volunteers for various events, but mainly our Festival in June. The coordinators also advise the board on how to best thank our volunteers and plan special events just for volunteers – but those only happen a few times a year! The ideal candidate is friendly and well-organized.
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Fundraising Coordinator
We are looking for one person to join our current coordinator (this position is shared between two people).
The Fundraising Coordinators work with local & national businesses and organizations to hold fundraising events that help pay for all the rest of our events, and solicits donations. The ideal Fundraising Coordinator is not afraid to ask questions, send lots of emails, call people, and is professional & mindful.
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Public Relations Coordinator
The Public Relations Coordinator will put out non-partisan press releases and statements, and cultivate a press contact list for LubbockPRIDE to send out updates on events and happenings to local news outlets.
They will also coordinate tabling and community outreach opportunities for the Organization. They may work with other Board Members to plan events and improve relations between the Board and the community.
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Entertainment Coordinator
The Entertainment Coordinator’s biggest job is booking talent and acts for our Festival in June, managing that talent, the schedule, and behind-the-scenes on the day of the Festival. These include drag performers, musicians, comedians, karaoke, theatre troupes, and any other performers who may be interested.
From making sure songs and files are submitted and meet the standards of the show, to getting contracts signed, the Entertainment Coordinator has a big job on Festival day. They also book and manage performers for our events throughout the year, such as drag bingo and trivia.
The ideal Entertainment Coordinator has knowledge of what it’s like for performers as well as general know-how on sound, lighting, etc.
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Admin (Web Designer)
Our Admin position primarily deals with upkeep of our website. We must ensure the public is aware of events, times, dates, scholarship openings, and so much more (because we do so much!), so having someone on top of web updates is vital.
An understanding of website builders (Squarespace, Wix, etc.), development principles, CSS, graphic design, and a familiarity with web design trends are ideal for this position.