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Champaign, Illinois
The UP Center of Champaign County (Uniting Pride)
Champaign, IL
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Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota
QUEERSPACE collective
Minneapolis, MN
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New York
Executive Director
New Haven, Connecticut
Is remote? No
New Haven Pride Center
New Haven, CT
Website: http://www.newhavenpridecenter.org
Posted: June 2, 2025
Contact Information
Email: president@newhavenpridecenter.org
Job Description
ED JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Executive Director REPORTS TO: Board of Directors
TYPE: Full-Time COMPENSATION: $70k-80k / year
SCHEDULE: 40+ hrs/week LOCATION: In-office: New Haven, CT
ABOUT THE NEW HAVEN PRIDE CENTER
The New Haven Pride Center (NHPC) empowers Greater New Haven LGBTQIA+ individuals to thrive by providing case management, support, educational and cultural programming, and advocacy at the intersection of arts, community, and social justice. As a leading LGBTQ+ nonprofit in Connecticut, NHPC champions representation in the arts and fosters safe spaces for support services, social connections, and youth empowerment.
Position Overview
The New Haven Pride Center has a vital mission to create a vibrant multi-service nonprofit that enhances the quality of life throughout the community, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals. In this defining moment, our community needs effective leadership to build a community resilient and empowered enough to defend our civil rights. To meet this need, we’re looking for a highly skilled executive director to help us fulfill this important undertaking. Reporting to the board of directors this seasoned leader will not only understand current trends in the nonprofit world but will also have experience in developing and implementing successful programmatic, human resource, development and marketing strategic plans. Above all, the executive director should be highly effective in a leadership role that requires clear communication skills and decisiveness.
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive and public face of the New Haven Pride Center, responsible for strategic leadership, operational management, fundraising, community engagement, and advocacy. The ED will work closely with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders to advance the Center’s mission and sustain its impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Strategic Vision
• Lead the organization’s long term strategic planning and implementation, while working with the Board of Directors ensuring alignment with NHPC’s mission and goals.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and affirming organizational culture that centers LGBTQ+ voices, particularly those most marginalized.
• Represent NHPC as a spokesperson and advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights at local, state, and national levels.
Operations, Program & Staff Management
• Oversee daily operations, staff management, and volunteer coordination to ensure program effectiveness and efficiency including hiring, supervising, and collaborating with organization staff.
• Develop and maintain policies that promote organizational sustainability, equity, and accountability.
• Serve as a leader to the organization’s staff, volunteers and interns providing guidance, motivation, and support to help them succeed in their roles.
• Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork and collaboration, encouraging staff members to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
• Provide regular feedback to staff members, both in the form of ongoing coaching and formal performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement staff development plans to support the ongoing growth and professional development of each team member.
• Model and promote the organization’s values and culture, setting a high standard for ethical and effective behavior in all interactions.
Financial Management, Fundraising & Development
• Lead fundraising efforts and events, including, donor cultivation, sponsorships, and major gifts.
• Strengthen NHPC’s financial sustainability through diversified funding streams, including, but not limited to, government contracts, corporate partnerships, and community giving.
• Supervise NHPC’s financial health, including budgeting, expense tracking, and compliance with nonprofit best practices.
• Oversee the organization’s financial management ensuring that the organization is financially sound and operating with financial prudence for long-term sustainability.
• Develop and oversee the organization’s annual budget, working with staff and board members to ensure that it aligns with the organization’s goals and priorities.
• Monitor financial performance on an ongoing basis, tracking revenue and expenses and making adjustments as needed to ensure that the organization is operating within its budget.
• Ensure that financial reports are accurate and provided to the Board of Directors in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost savings, while also ensuring that the organization remains financially stable and sustainable for the long term.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in nonprofit financial management and ensure that the organization’s financial policies and procedures are in compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
Community Engagement, Advocacy & Equality
• Build, maintain and collaborate developing strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders, government agencies, and advocacy groups.
• Oversee programs that uplift LGBTQIA+ advocacy, education, and support services.
• Serve as the organization’s public face, advocating for its mission and representing its interests to policymakers, the media, and the public.
• Participate in media interviews, and public speaking engagements to raise awareness of key issues and advance the organization’s goals.
• Fosters an organizational commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.
• Works to establish a culture where all individuals are welcomed without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.
• Highlights the benefits of building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and communities the organization serves.
Marketing, Communications & Public Speaking:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy to increase the organization’s visibility and reach.
• Create and maintain the organization’s brand and messaging across all channels.
• Act as the organization’s spokesperson and represent the organization at public events and speaking engagements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media outlets and reporters to secure press coverage and promote the organization’s activities.
Board Relations & Governance
• Work in partnership with the Board of Directors to ensure strong governance and strategic oversight.
• Provide regular updates on organizational progress, challenges, and opportunities.
• Support Board development and engagement, including recruitment, training, and committee support.
Professional Qualifications Needed
• A bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred, which can be supplemented with 5 years of experience working in a nonprofit.
• Transparent and high integrity leadership.
• Five or more years senior nonprofit management experience.
• Experience and skill in working with a Board of Directors.
• High level strategic thinking and planning. Ability to envision and convey the organization’s strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers and donors.
• Ability to effectively communicate the organization’s mission to donors, volunteers and the overall community.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff.
• A history of successfully generating new revenue streams and improving financial results.
• Active fundraising experience. Excellent donor relations skills and understanding of the funding community.
• Previous success in establishing relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including funders, partner agencies and volunteers.
• Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.
• Ability to leverage technology, particularly AI, to enhance operations, programs, and mission impact.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.
• A commitment and sensitivity to diversity and equal opportunity for all.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong public speaking ability.
Employee Benefits
The New Haven Pride Center offers industry standard benefits. The new Executive Director will help the organization assess current employee benefits and bring them to an even more competitive level for all employees at the organization
We can’t wait for you to apply!
We know that there are great candidates that may not have all of the qualifications and experience listed above but possess intuitive knowledge (or other fully transferable skills). If that’s you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself!
We are committed to building a dynamic work environment that celebrates individual differences + diversity, and treats everyone with respect. We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities. Folks who are queer, non-binary, trans, Black, Indigenous, folks of color, disabled, immigrant, parents, or are/have been impacted by systemic oppression are encouraged to apply.
Deadline to Apply: June 30, 2025
Ideal Start Date: August 1st
Please forward a cover letter and resume to: President@newhavenpridecenter.org
Executive Director
Sarasota, Florida
Is remote? No
Project Pride SRQ, Inc
Sarasota, FL
Website: http://www.ppsrq.org
Posted: May 28, 2025
Contact Information
Name: Harry Cicchetti, Vice President, Board of Directors
Email: admin@ppsrq.org
Link to posting: https://ppsrq-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/jus...
Youth and Family Programs Manager
Champaign, Illinois
Is remote? No
The UP Center of Champaign County (Uniting Pride)
Champaign, IL
Website: http://unitingpride.org/
Posted: July 1, 2025
Contact Information
Name: Joshua Gavel, Interim Executive Director
Email: apply@unitingpride.org
Phone: 217-898-5235
Link to posting: https://www.unitingpride.org/were-hiring.html
Job Description
Position Title: Youth & Family Programs Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Position Status: Full-Time, Hourly Exempt
Pay Rate: $23/hr
Primary Function of the Position:
The Youth & Family Programs Manager develops and leads
programs supporting LGBTQ+ youth and families. This role facilitates support groups, provides
advocacy and resources, oversees volunteers, and coordinates events. Through outreach,
partnerships, and program management, they foster connection, empowerment, and belonging
in the community.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Lead Youth & Family Support Groups – Facilitate and support LGBTQ+ youth and
family groups, including Queries (10-13), Talk It UP (13-18), and UParent, ensuring a
safe and inclusive space.
2. Develop and Oversee Family Programs – Design, implement, and manage regular
programs for LGBTQ+ youth and their families, addressing community needs and
fostering connection.
3. Provide Family Advocacy & Resource Support – Offer direct support to families by
connecting them with resources, guiding them through challenges, and advocating for
their needs within schools and the community.
4. Recruit & Manage Volunteers – Train, coordinate, and oversee volunteers for youth
and family programming, ensuring adequate support for support groups and events.
5. Conduct Outreach & Community Engagement – Build relationships with GSAs,
schools, community organizations, and BIPOC/rural/at-risk youth and families to
increase program access and participation.
6. Monitor & Manage Online Communities – Oversee the Talk It UP Instagram, Discord
server, and UParent Discord to maintain safe and engaging virtual spaces for youth and
families.
7. Coordinate & Lead Special Events – Organize and execute key events like Queer
Prom, Drag Story Time, the Youth & Family Party, and Camp Kaleidoscope, including
planning, staffing, and on-site leadership.
8. Develop Promotional & Outreach Materials – Create flyers, graphics, and social
media content in collaboration with the Program Coordinator to promote programs and
events.
9. Track Data & Report on Program Impact – Maintain attendance records and
demographic data for grant reporting, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
10. Support Organizational Operations – Assist with broader organizational events such
as Pride Fest and Love Fest, attend staff meetings, and coordinate scheduling with
leadership to align with overall goals.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Maintain confidentiality of client and agency information.
2. Appropriately document work activities in a timely manner.
3. Attend meetings or trainings as directed.
4. Staffing of informational or outreach events as directed.
5. Employees will be expected to work for several hours on a weekend up to approximately
26 times per year.
6. Employees will be expected to work (and be compensated for) extra hours during the
week of fall PrideFest (occurring for a week sometime between mid-September and
mid-October). No leave will be granted for that week.
7. This position is primarily office-based with work from home flexibility as operations allow.
8. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Experience: The ideal candidate has lived experience working with children, teens, and families
in various capacities, including personal, volunteer, educational, or professional settings, with a
particular focus on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. They possess a strong understanding of
LGBTQ+ and BIPOC identities, issues, and cultural competencies, excellent interpersonal skills,
a commitment to continuous learning, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Additionally, they demonstrate empathy, organizational skills, reliability, and a dedication to
fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. Prior experience with CRM systems, Google
Suite, Canva, Discord, and social media platforms is appreciated but not required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A. Strong communication and writing skills.
B. Ability to work well with diverse or marginalized populations.
C. Ability to operate a personal computer and standard office software.
Agency Requirements:
i. Employees must pass all required background checks.
ii. Use of a personal cellphone is required, primarily for staff communications.
Benefits:
$2000 Annual Health Reimbursement Account
10 Paid Holidays
10 Days Accrued Vacation
8 Days Accrued Sick Leave
5 Days IL Paid Leave for All Workers Act
Flexible Scheduling & Alternative Work Arrangement Opportunities
Onsite Parking
Chief Executive Officer
Chicago, Illinois
Is remote? No
Equality Illinois
New York, NY
Website: https://www.equalityillinois.us/
Posted: May 20, 2025
Contact Information
Name: Michelle Kristel, Managing Partner
Email: search@mccormackkristel.com
Phone: 212-531-5003
Link to posting: https://www.mccormackkristel.com/current-searches/equality-illinois/ceo
Job Description
About Equality Illinois
Equality Illinois is the state's leading LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, working to make Illinois the most affirming and equitable state for LGBTQ+ people. Founded in 1991 as the Illinois Federation for Human Rights to fight discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals in housing, employment, and public accommodations, Equality Illinois has evolved into a nationally recognized advocacy organization. Through decades of strategic work, it helped secure transformational victories, including the Human Rights Act amendment of 2005, which prohibited discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and the Illinois Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act of 2013, which legalized same-sex marriage.
Among its many other significant victories, Equality Illinois has successfully advocated for the LGBTQ+ Inclusive Curriculum Law requiring public schools to teach LGBTQ+ history; modernized sex education, passed legislation creating a non-binary gender marker option on Illinois IDs; secured protections for LGBTQ+ older adults in long-term care facilities; required cultural competency training for healthcare professionals; and launched new initiatives to support LGBTQ+ people of color and those in rural/downstate communities.
Equality Illinois is comprised of three complementary entities: Equality Illinois, a 501(c)(4) engaging in lobbying and legislative action; Equality Illinois Institute, a 501(c)(3) focusing on public education and capacity building; and Equality Illinois Political Action Committee, supporting pro-equality candidates for public office. The pillars of the organization’s strategic vision are:
· PEOPLE: Build a pipeline of LGBTQ+ leaders who will hold public office positions in every county and at every level, ensuring fair and adequate representation for the community.
· POLICY: Advance pro-LGBTQ+ policies, with a focus on affirming health care, a living wage for queer people, and reforming the Illinois legal system.
· POWER: Build queer civic power across the state to hold decision makers accountable for advancing LGBTQ+ equality and acceptance.
· COMMUNITY: Inform funders and decision-makers about queer-led efforts to redress the inequities LGBTQ+ people face and connect queer-led organizations to more resources and visibility to better meet the community’s needs.
After passing marriage equality in 2013, Equality Illinois staff and board implemented a strategic framework focused on improving the lives of LGBTQ+ people through policies impacting the healthcare, education, and criminal justice systems, and has had numerous successes. Through its strategic policy and advocacy, organizing and outreach, and coalition-building with partner organizations, Equality Illinois continues to push for justice. With intensifying attacks against trans people and growing threats to hard-won LGBTQ+ civil rights, Equality Illinois will continue leading the fight for full equality for LGBTQ+ Illinoisans.
The Mission
Equality Illinois builds a better Illinois by advancing equal treatment and social justice through education, advocacy, and protection of the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.
Organizational Highlights
Founded: 1991
Combined Annual Operating Budgets: $1.45 million
Board of Directors: 20
Staff: 8
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
The Position
Reporting to the Equality Illinois, Equality Illinois Institute, and the Equality Illinois PAC Boards of Directors, the CEO will develop, refine, and execute the organization’s long-term strategic vision, goals, and direction, ensuring alignment with Equality Illinois’ mission and values. The CEO will be a values-driven leader who is able to respond to current threats while implementing a clear long-term vision. Essential responsibilities include:
Strategic Leadership
· Leverage strategic systemic thinking to assess the local, statewide, and national landscapes, identify threats and opportunities, and develop strategies to advance goals;
· Adapt the organization’s multi-year strategic framework to focus policy initiatives and build intersectional coalitions;
· Lead with an intentional and intersectional lens across each organizational pillar of work: education and outreach, lobbying and advocacy, and elections and campaigns;
· Authentically engage and motivate statewide and community partners, elected officials, donors, and community members;
· Inspire, center, and lift a high-performing team, maintaining a culture of trust and excellence, and effectively managing through a period of organizational transition;
· Cultivate strong and productive working relationships with the Boards to achieve fundraising, program, and strategic goals.
Policy and Advocacy
· Proactively engage and mobilize supporters and policymakers to advance the organization’s mission;
· Build relationships and foster collaborations with organizations advancing social justice and defending the rights of allied communities, ensuring Equality Illinois remains a strong and trusted partner in broader movements;
· Strengthen the ecosystem of queer-led/serving organizations throughout the state by educating funders and decision makers to increase private and state support;
· Leverage political prowess and an understanding of political dynamics to build power and advance goals.
Fundraising and Fiscal Management
· Develop and sustain quality, authentic relationships with individual donors, event sponsors, and corporate and private philanthropy funders;
· Oversee the development and implementation of a strategic fundraising plan to diversify current revenue streams by cultivating individual gifts and legacy giving, and developing a successful strategy to increase corporate and philanthropic support;
· Create and manage the organization’s budget; ensure revenue generation meets or exceeds operating needs, and manage and grow operating reserve funds;
· Implement best-in-class financial and operational practices, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency.
Communications and Community Engagement
· Serve as a key convener and relationship builder with donors, elected and public officials, community partners, and local, regional, and national LGBTQ+ and allied organizations;
· Represent Equality Illinois, serving as an effective and inspiring communicator and thought leader for the organization and the LGBTQ+ community in the media and various public settings;
· Oversee the development and dissemination of engaging and effective multi-channel communications to reach and connect broader communities.
The Opportunity
At a time of growing threats against the LGBTQ+ community, in one of the few states where progress continues to be possible, this is an extraordinary opportunity for a bold leader to fiercely defend existing protections while driving transformative change and forging a pathway for Illinois to be the safest and most affirming place for LGBTQ+ people in the United States.
Position Overview
The CEO
Reports to: Equality Illinois, Equality Illinois
Institute, and Equality Illinois PAC Boards of Directors
Leads: A team of 7 staff
Oversees: Director of Strategic Operations, Director of Public Policy, Director of Operations, Director of Civic Engagement, Director of Development, Director of Communications, Director of Leadership Development & Capacity Building
Manages: $1.45M operating budget
Location: Ideally, lives in Chicago
Professional Requirements
The CEO will be a strategic and visionary leader with the drive and expertise to build a connected statewide ecosystem across a socially and politically diverse state. They will be politically astute and skilled at driving legislation and influencing decision-makers. The new CEO will have outstanding interpersonal skills and will be a passionate ambassador capable of building grassroots power to advance full equality for LGBTQ+ people. The ideal candidate will have:
· Expertise in policy/advocacy, lobbying, electoral politics, capacity building, and/or community organizing. Prior experience in a 501c3/501c4/PAC structure is valued;
· A deep understanding of LGBTQ+ history and issues. Knowledge of Illinois’ activist communities and political landscape is ideal;
· Excellent team management skills characterized by a participatory approach to leadership and team building;
· Exceptional long-term strategic visioning and planning skills to advance systemic transformation for LGBTQ+ people;
· Prior experience in developing and implementing budgets, financial growth plans, and staffing plans to advance strategic goals;
· A track record of success in raising and diversifying revenue, including experience cultivating and soliciting individual gifts;
· Awareness of the power of intersectional coalition building and the critical importance of strengthening ecosystems;
· Exceptional communications skills (including digital and social media proficiency), public speaking and media relations experience;
· Board development and governance knowledge, including experience leveraging board expertise to realize organizational goals.
Essential Qualities
The new CEO will be a proactive and collaborative bridge-builder grounded in intersectional justice and centered in the diverse and lived realities of LGBTQ+ Illinoisans, without regard to sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status.
Personal Characteristics
The CEO will be a resilient leader and fierce defender of the civil rights of LGBTQ+ Illinoisans. They will enjoy Socratic spaces and will be motivated to build and leverage power across the state. In addition to
being passionate about creating a world that is healthy, just, and fully equal for all LGBTQ+ people, the ideal candidate will bring the following qualities:
· An approachable leadership style characterized by transparency, accountability, and emotional intelligence;
· Cultural competency with the ability to authentically connect with and engage people at all levels of power, privilege, ability, socio-economic status, and political ideologies;
· A relational approach to building coalitions, engaging community partners, and collaborating across social justice networks;
· Exceptional communication skills, including active listening, valuing the feedback and input of others, and inspirational public speaking ability;
· Dynamic interpersonal skills with the ability to create connections, forge partnerships, and bridge differences;
· Humility to share power and to lift the voices and increase the visibility of allies and partners;
· The ability to comfortably and effectively navigate, defuse, and leverage conflict;
· An unwavering commitment to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all decisions and relations;
· Ability to travel and work effectively in a variety of geographic, political, and cultural settings.
Compensation
The target salary for this position is $175,000 annually. Equality Illinois’ comprehensive benefits program includes competitive coverage for health and dental insurance and 100% coverage for vision, life, and disability insurance. The organization supports a SIMPLE IRA plan, with a 3% match. In addition to generous PTO, the organization offers paid sabbatical and family leave.
Location
Equality Illinois has a flexible, hybrid, remote/office schedule. On Mondays and Thursdays, most staff work on-site in the organization’s Chicago office.
Contact
Please submit a résumé and an original cover letter that describes your interest in the organization’s mission and your unique qualifications through the application portal on our website.
Michelle Kristel, Managing Partner
McCormack + Kristel
1325 Avenue of the Americas, 28th Floor | New York, NY 10019
Phone: 212.531.5003 | Email: search@mccormackkristel.com
Website: www.mccormackkristel.com
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until it is filled. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.
Please note that all resumes will be reviewed, and all interviews will be conducted by humans. AI technology may be used to facilitate scheduling, support notetaking, and streamline processes.
Individuals who are LGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, system-impacted, immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply.
Background Check Statement
Please note that McCormack + Kristel will check references and verify employment history and academic credentials. Our clients frequently request background and social media checks before finalizing an offer.
EOE Statement
McCormack + Kristel works only with equal opportunity employers.
Equality Illinois will not discriminate against any employee or applicant in a manner that violates the law. Equality Illinois is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected class in any matter as pertaining to his/her/their employment covered under federal, state or local law. Each person is evaluated on the basis of personal skill and merit. Equality Illinois’ policy regarding equal employment opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, job assignments, promotions, working conditions, scheduling, benefits, wage and salary administration, disciplinary action, termination, and social, educational, and recreational programs.
Youth Development Specialist - Full Time
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Is remote? No
QUEERSPACE collective
Minneapolis, MN
Website: https://www.queerspacecollective.org/
Posted: June 26, 2025
Contact Information
Name: Sam Stahlmann, Senior Program Manager
Email: hr@queerspacecollective.org
Link to posting: https://www.queerspacecollective.org/hiring
Job Description
The Youth Development Specialist creates and supports youth center programming. This position works directly with 2SLGBTQIA+ youth to support them develop a strong sense of pride in who they are, where they are from, and where they want to go. Through building trusting relationships and focusing on youth’s unique strengths, the Youth Development Specialist guides youth towards resilience. Participant populations range in ages 13-24.
The Youth Development Specialist is a part of the Programming team at QUEERSPACE collective. The goal of the team is to provide innovative programming to support youth resilience, youth sense of belonging, and access to safe inclusive spaces and adults. This full-time position requires local travel and attendance at regular programming hours, as well as special events and programming on evenings and weekends.
Salary: $50,000
More info at: https://www.queerspacecollective.org/hiring
Executive Director of NYC Pride
New York City, New York
Is remote? No
NYC Pride
NY
Website: https://www.nycpride.org/
Posted: July 9, 2025
Contact Information
Name: Catie DiFelice, Senior Consultant - Kevin Chase Executive Search Group
Email: search@kevinchasesearch.com
Phone: 626.375.2066
Link to posting: https://kevinchasesearch.com/wp-content/uploads/20...
Job Description
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
Heritage of Pride (HOP), operating as NYC Pride, is the 501(c)3 nonprofit organization responsible for planning and executing New York City's official, week-long LGBTQIA+ Pride celebration. NYC Pride events, including The March, PrideFest, and Youth Pride, among others, help to advance HOP’s mission of inspiring, educating, commemorating, and celebrating New York City’s diverse LGBTQIA+ communities. HOP took over responsibility for NYC Pride celebrations from the Christopher Street Liberation Day Committee in 1984. That all-volunteer group organized the very first NYC Pride March in 1970 to commemorate the Stonewall Uprising of 1969 — widely recognized as among the most pivotal moments in LGBTQIA+ history. Until 2002, HOP also operated as an entirely volunteer-led organization, with dozens of community members volunteering their time and talent to organize and produce NYC Pride events. In the years since, HOP has built up a small professional team – including both fulltime/year-round and seasonal staff – though volunteers and a spirit of community engagement remain at the heart of the organization. Even as HOP continues to grow its paid staff, NYC Pride Members – a group of 50+ dedicated volunteers – continue to be a critical component of HOP’s success, providing the vital volunteer support which makes the organization’s annual Pride celebration possible. HOP’s Executive Board is elected by and from this group of Members. The Executive Board includes two co-Chairs and the heads of Development, Media & Communications, and Community Relations, among other positions; all nominated and elected by Members. As HOP continues its transition from a hands-on, working Board to a more traditional governing Board model, it is envisioned that some of these roles and responsibilities may transition from Board/volunteer to staff positions (with continued collaboration with Board committees and Members, of course). Since its inception, HOP has grown from a grassroots collective into a prominent, nationally recognized nonprofit that coordinates some of the world’s largest and most influential Pride celebrations. The annual NYC Pride March attracts millions of participants and spectators each June, both locally and globally. HOP currently employs a team of 13 people, including 7 full-time, year-round employees and 6 seasonal staff members who work from early in the year through the end of June. Its current, 13-person Executive Board (the number of elected positions on this Board varies slightly from year to year) represents a cross-section of NYC’s LGBTQIA+, nonprofit, business, and philanthropic communities, as well as hundreds of hours of volunteer invested prior to being elected. HOP has a current revenue/expense budget of ~$3.2 MM and has forecast a balanced budget for 2025, reversing several years of deficits as it recovered from COVID and its aftermath.
OPPORTUNITY
The new Executive Director of HOP will have the opportunity to lead an historic NYC institution and to bring new vision, energy, and possibilities to a vital LGBTQIA+ organization currently in period of rebuilding and reimagining. Following some challenging years during the height of COVID and its aftermath, HOP is now debt-free and focusing on a bright future and an expanded role, with even greater impact for LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers. In this time of renewal and transformation, a new Executive Director will have a platform to create and implement a bold, unifying vision and to inspire staff, Board, and volunteer groups to work collaboratively to achieve it. (For more information on Heritage of Pride/NYC Pride see https://www.nycpride.org/)
The Executive Director must reside in the greater NYC area or be willing to relocate to the area. (HOP is not offering relocation assistance.)
REPORTING
Reports to Executive Board with direct supervision from the Co-Chairs. Responsible for leading and supporting a team of 13 full-time and seasonal staff. Works collaboratively/cooperatively with HOP Membership.
