Approve County sponsorship of Pride Social South County in the amount of $2,500 from the Office of the County Executive Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, to support the Gilroy Pride 2026 Festival and related activities.

This document outlines a recommendation for the County of Santa Clara to sponsor the Gilroy Pride 2026 Festival with a financial contribution of $2,500 from the Office of the County Executive's Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. The festival aims to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in South County and will take place on August 8, 2026. The sponsorship is intended to support local LGBTQ+ communities, promote visibility, and provide safe spaces for expression and connection.

Key points

• The Gilroy Pride Festival is the first pride celebration in South County for the LGBTQ+ community.
• The event is organized by Pride Social South County, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
• The theme for the 2026 festival is 'Unapologetically Queer.'
• The festival will include various activities, including an LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Fair.
• The County's sponsorship would demonstrate commitment to supporting local LGBTQ+ communities.
• The sponsorship includes waived fees for one vendor exhibit space for the Office of LGBTQ Affairs.
• The County will receive brand visibility opportunities at the event.

Limitations

• The document contains placeholders for some sections that are not filled in.
• The document does not specify the exact date of the event beyond the month and year.

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