Cascade Forward

05/04/2026

Wanna sponsor Longview Pride?

Sponsorships are now open for Longview Pride!

If you want to support the festival but don’t necessarily need a booth, this is the way to do it. Sponsors help make the whole thing possible — the event, the activities, the space for the community to come together.

You can apply at www.longviewpride.com

Sponsorships are open to businesses, organizations, and individuals. You don’t have to be set up on-site to be involved — this is about backing something meaningful and being part of it in a bigger-picture way.

All the details, levels, and perks are on the site.

You don't have to be LGBTQ+ centered to sponsor. Any community business or organization that supports inclusion, peace, and love, is welcome to support!

Booths are available for certain levels of sponsors. If you decide to be present on site, you'll need to follow the same rules as vendor/organization booths.

If you’ve been looking for a way to support Pride in Longview, this is a solid place to step in.

05/03/2026

Thanks to all of our human and animal visitors who donated to the Pet Food Drive yesterday! Supplies have been dropped off with Oasis Animal Foundation and will be distributed to furry friends in need!

- Austin ✌️

05/02/2026

05/01/2026

Today, on International Workers Day, Cascade Forward wants to send a clear message of support to the men and women who power our region.

Southwest Washington is an industrial powerhouse. Our economy runs on the timber harvested from our forests, the lumber processed in our mills, the logs shipped from our docks, and the food grown in our fields. These industries define our community, and the workers who drive them are the true backbone of our local economy.

While our mission at Cascade Forward is focused broadly on helping working-class people live better lives, we recognize that labor rights are fundamental to that goal. We may not be the ones leading every picket line, but we stand firmly as allies to the labor movement. We believe that when workers have a voice, when they have safe conditions, and when they earn a living wage, our entire community thrives.

We honor the long history of union organizing in our area and the ongoing fight for dignity in the workplace. To the loggers, the longshoremen, the agricultural workers, and every person keeping our industrial engine running: We see you, we value you, and we stand with you.

Let's continue to build a Southwest Washington where hard work is rewarded and every family has the opportunity to succeed.

Happy International Workers Day!

05/01/2026

Vendor applications are open!

Vendor applications are now open for Longview Pride!

If you’ve been thinking about setting up a booth, this is your moment. We’re inviting local artisans, makers, small businesses, and community organizations to be part of the festival. That includes nonprofits, clubs, churches, and groups that want to show up, connect, and support Pride in a real way.

Spots are $80 for a 10×10 booth
Apply here: www.longviewpride.com

A couple quick notes so you know what to expect:

- We’re focused on handmade, local, and creative work — not mass-produced resale items
- You’ll need to bring your own tent, table, and setup
- The city requires event insurance (they recommend https://www.actinsurance.com/ as a simple, affordable option)
- Full rules and details are up on the website

Organizations must align with the spirit of Pride, but needn't be specifically LGBTQ+ centered.

We’re building something special here in Longview. If you want to be part of it, go grab your spot.

04/30/2026

We regularly collect supplies for humans, but there's a great group in town called Oasis Animal Foundation who is doing their best to cover the non-human citizens of our city and county. Here's the thing though - they can't keep food in stock. There's too much need.

If you can afford it or if you have a few unused cans, bring all the cat, dog, bird, and etc (which usually means llzard with Oasis) food you can so Oasis can spread it around where it's needed.

We will be out there May 2 from noon to 1:30 at the Longview Civic Circle. If you need help bringing donations up from your car, send us a message here and we will help!

See ya Saturday!
- Austin ✌️

04/29/2026

Just a reminder to care for yourself and each other in these strange times. Community will see us through. Thank you for being part of ours.
❤️ - Alex

04/28/2026

Bring your pups to protest this Saturday! We'll also be collecting pet food and supplies for Oasis Animal Foundation. We'll have plenty of water for the pups and there will be a doggy snack table! See you soon!

04/27/2026

Some of the absolutely amazing chalk art from the Arts in the Park festival! You all did such a wonderful job! Keep an eye out for the next big chalk art party, coming soon!

04/27/2026

Thanks to Andy Zahn for his excellent arial photography at Arts in the Park! Once again his amazingly steady hand and drone have captured some awesome footage. Great work, Andy, and everyone who participated in the chalklng!

1 like. "Chalk Mural Drone Video - Arts in the Park - 4/26/26"

04/27/2026