02/07/2026
Pride sponsorship has become increasingly difficult across the world, with many companies stepping back from their commitments to diversity, equity, & inclusion. But for our LGBTQ+ community, that support matters now more than ever.
Sponsorship is more than a logo on a poster or a rainbow-coloured social media post in June. Real allyship is action. It’s showing up, investing in our spaces, helping create safe & visible celebrations, & standing with our community not just when it’s easy, but when it matters.
Our community notices who truly supports us. We remember the businesses & organisations that back their words with action & we make a conscious effort to support those who support us. The way companies show up for Pride has a real impact, & that support helps keep our events, visibility, & community spaces alive.
At the same time, it’s important to recognise that visibility without action is not enough. Posting a photo or changing a logo means little if there is no real commitment behind it. Pride was built on solidarity, courage, & action. Those values still matter today.
So if you believe in equality, inclusion, & celebrating LGBTQ+ lives, support your local Pride. Be part of making a difference. Stand with us, invest in us, & help build a future where our community continues to thrive.
To every business, organisation, & individual who chose to stand with us & sponsor this year’s Pride: thank you. Your support, generosity, & belief in our community mean more than words can say. Because of you, we can continue creating spaces of celebration, visibility, & belonging for everyone. Thank you for not just saying you support Pride, but for showing it.
HUGE THANK YOU once again to all of 2026 Sponsors:
Gold:
Bays Brewery
Silver:
Bollhayes’ Wild Coast C***r
Dartmouth Yacht Club
South Hams Cllr Ben Cooper
South Hams Cllr Ged Yardy
Town Ally:
Banking Hub Dartmouth
Bar 1620
Certifi Training
Coast & Country Cottages
Lucy Hingston
Darby & Darby
Dart Gallery
Dart Harbour
Dartmouth W**e Company
Dudley's Café - Dartmouth
JennyKoo's Kitchen
Morellos Dessert Parlour
Natasha Agnew-Fox
Otok - Devon Florists
Salcombe Dairy
Sea Kayak Devon
South Hams Cllr Jonathan Hawkins
YARD PARK, Dartmouth
See you all at our Dartmouth Pride 2027 Festival! next summer!
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