Rainbow Center is committed to open and transparent communication with the community about our plans and future.
Read below to find out more about our initiatives, our staff, and updates from Rainbow Center's board!
Rainbow Center is committed to open and transparent communication with the community about our plans and future.
Read below to find out more about our initiatives, our staff, and updates from Rainbow Center's board!
Hello Rainbow Center Community,
If you were unable to attend the Community Forum on 5/8/2025 with our Executive Director Finalist, you can listen to the audio from the zoom recording here.
We appreciate the community for coming out to support us. Your input as we make this decision is invaluable. If you would like to leave feedback on our ED finalist, you can do so on this form (open until Sunday, 5/11/2025).
As Tacoma Pride has grown over the years, so has the need for a larger venue. After thoughtful consideration and collaboration, we’re proud to partner with Metro Parks Tacoma to bring the festival back to the park where it all began. We’re deeply grateful to Metro Parks for their support in helping us make this beloved community event more accessible, inclusive, and vibrant than ever.
We’re already gearing up behind the scenes—and we’d love for you to join us. Here’s how you can get involved:
Booth Applications
Vendor and resource booth applications go live soon! Keep an eye on our website and social media, and watch your inbox for a link via our community newsletter. Questions? Email us at vendors@rainbowcntr.org.
Entertainment Opportunities
Are you a local musician, drag artist, or performer based in Washington State? We’re actively booking talent for this year’s event. If you’d like to be considered, please send your rates and portfolio to vendors@rainbowcntr.org.
Sponsorships
Support Tacoma Pride by becoming a sponsor! We offer sponsorship opportunities at multiple levels, and your contribution helps us keep Pride free and open to all. Reach out to sponsors@rainbowcntr.org to learn more.
Volunteer with Us
Volunteer recruitment begins next month for both Tacoma Pride and Rainbow Center’s year-round programming. Want to get a head start? Email info@rainbowcntr.org to be added to our volunteer list and receive early updates.
You’re always welcome to visit the Rainbow Center during community hours—Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1–4 PM—to chat with our team in person. For the fastest response, we recommend reaching out via email.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Wright Park. See you at Tacoma Pride 2025!
The Rainbow Center has a proud and active history - 30 years of education, advocacy, and celebration of our LGBTQIA+ community. To successfully build on this you’ll need strong non-profit financial and operational savvy as well as outstanding fundraising and interpersonal skills. We need you to represent the LGBTQIA+ voice for current and emerging issues as you engage and mobilize the community. To be successful in this role you’ll need to represent the LGBTQIA+ community personally as well as demonstrate:
With your smart leadership, a sound strategy, and partnership with our professional Board of Directors, The Rainbow Center is poised to grow stronger than ever!
This position is full time, on-site, will pay $110,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year, and offers a benefits package including paid time off and medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
TO APPLY: Please describe your personal and professional LGBTQIA+ community involvement in a cover letter. Your cover letter and resume should be combined into one document as the posting site may not support uploads of all required documents. Please submit your application here: https://www.indeed.com/job/executive-director-851dc9d402aedf98
January 7, 2025
Rainbow Center Announces New Board Members
Tacoma, WA – The Rainbow Center has announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors. These new leaders bring diverse perspectives, expertise, and enthusiasm to the organization’s mission of supporting and celebrating the LGBTQIA2S+ community. The Rainbow Center is pleased to welcome:
Community members can learn more about the new board members by visiting the About page on the Rainbow Center’s website at rainbowcntr.org.
The organization also extends heartfelt gratitude to outgoing board members Jason Hixenbaugh, JCo Coffelt, and Ollie Uebelhor for their outstanding service and dedication. Their contributions have played a pivotal role in strengthening the Rainbow Center and advancing its mission. The Rainbow Center also thanks the Community Advisory Panel for their time, thoughtfulness, and commitment to ensuring the board selection process reflects the community's diversity, values, and needs.
As the new board members begin their service, the Rainbow Center Board has outlined three key priorities for the months ahead:
The Rainbow Center remains committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and connected community and is excited about the opportunities this new leadership brings.