New Castle Pride

New Castle Pride New Castle Pride is a space built on love, acceptance, and respect.

We are dedicated to celebrating every identity within the LGBTQIA+ community and creating a safe, affirming environment where everyone is free to be their true, authentic self.

05/14/2026

🌈✨ NEW CASTLE PRIDE IN THE PARK 2026 ✨🌈

Presented by The New Castle Prism Initiative

πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ FREE β€’ ALL AGES β€’ FAMILY FRIENDLY πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ

Join us for one of the biggest and most vibrant Pride celebrations our community has ever seen as we come together to celebrate love, identity, diversity, and unity at:
πŸ“ Cascade Park
1928 East Washington Street, New Castle, PA 16101
πŸ“… Saturday, June 6, 2026
πŸ•› 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

This is more than a festival this is a statement that our community is here, thriving, and standing together stronger than ever.

πŸ”₯ WHAT TO EXPECT πŸ”₯
πŸŽͺ 50+ Vendors, Local Artisans, Nonprofits & Community Organizations
πŸ” Delicious Food Trucks & Sweet Treats
🎀 Educational Speakers & Community Resources
🎢 30+ Performers Throughout the Day
πŸ’ƒ Drag Queens & Kings Bringing Energy and Entertainment
πŸ₯ Live Performances Including School of Rock & the Anarchist Marching Band
🧘 Inclusive Yoga Session & Tea Gathering
πŸ•Ί Ecstatic Dance Session
🌈 Kids Activities & Family-Friendly Fun
πŸ“š Q***r History Walk
🎟️ HUGE Raffle Basket Giveaway Featuring Gift Cards from Edwards Restaurant and Pagley’s as well as incredible baskets from Grows on Main, The Soulful Yellow Butterfly, and many more amazing local businesses and supporters!
πŸŽ‰ Giveaways, Music, Community, and SO much more!

This event is open to everyone families, allies, community members, and LGBTQIA+ individuals of all ages. Pride is about creating a welcoming, affirming, and joyful space where people can come together safely and celebrate exactly who they are.

In a time where LGBTQIA+ individuals especially transgender and gender non-conforming people continue to face discrimination and attacks, events like Pride matter more than ever. We stand together in visibility, love, education, and solidarity.

Bring your friends. Bring your family. Bring your pride.
Let’s fill Cascade Park with love, color, music, joy, and community. 🌈✨

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05/14/2026

Looking for something to do on May 23rd? Come join us at St. John's Episcopal Church for a free community meal and hygiene giveaway!

From from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. We will be serving brunch, which will consist of (but not limited to) Pancakes, eggs and sausage.

If you can’t stay, no worries! We’ll have Togo boxes available for anyone who needs them.

Please come on out for a day of community, love and support for all. Brought to you by Rae's Safe Haven and in partnership with The Reading Room.

Note: there will not be clothing at this event due to us getting our new location! Feel free to message us if you need clothing we can prepare some to bring to the event or schedule a meeting at our new office location!

05/14/2026

🌈 Looking for connection, support, and community in New Castle?

The New Castle Prism Initiative is proud to host ongoing LGBTQIA+ support groups open to all ages and allies, in proud partnership with Arise.

✨ First, Second & Third Thursdays of each month from 5pm-7pm:
Join our LGBTQIA+ Support Group, a welcoming space to connect, share, and uplift one another.

✨ Fourth Thursday of each month from 5pm-7pm:
A dedicated Transgender Support Group focused on affirmation, understanding, and community.

πŸ“ Location: 1315 East Washington Street, New Castle, PA
(Third Independent Presbyterian Church – Adams Street Entrance)

Whether you're seeking support, friendship, or simply a place to be yourself, you are always welcome here. πŸ’œ

05/14/2026

πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ Transgender Coalition Meet-Up πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

The New Castle Prism Initiative invites you to our monthly Transgender Coalition a gathering by trans people, for trans people! πŸ’™πŸ’—πŸ€

πŸ“… Sunday, May 17, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
πŸ“ 1315 E Washington St, New Castle, PA 16101

Join us for supportive group discussions, community bonding, resource sharing, and a safe space to be yourself.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have been out for years, you are welcome here. ✨

This is a wonderful opportunity to: βœ… Connect with local trans community members
βœ… Share experiences and receive support
βœ… Build friendships and find belonging

The Transgender Coalition meets every 3rd Sunday of the month mark your calendars and spread the word!

πŸ’œ Free, inclusive, and open to all trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals.

Let’s continue uplifting and empowering each other. Community thrives when we show up together. 🌈

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05/14/2026

πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆYour Support Makes Real Impact at The New Castle Prism Initiative πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ

When you donate to The New Castle Prism Initiative, you’re directly supporting programs that uplift the LGBTQIA+ community while ensuring essential resources remain accessible to everyone in our community, regardless of how they identify. πŸ’œ

Here’s how your raised funds make a difference:

πŸ₯« Food Pantry
Donations help us provide frozen, fresh, and shelf-stable food to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. While we proudly serve the LGBTQIA+ community, our pantry is open to anyone in need.

πŸ‘— Community Closet
Your support keeps our closet stocked with clothing, hygiene products, wigs, beauty items, and gender-affirming essentials. We proudly provide wigs to cancer patients and transgender clients, along with other affirming items that help individuals feel confident, comfortable, and authentically themselves. These resources are available to all community members with dignity and respect.

🌟 Youth Programming
Funding supports safe, affirming programs for youth, including after-school spaces, mentorship, and activities that foster confidence, connection, and belonging in a welcoming environment.

πŸŽ‰ Community Events
From Pride in the Park to inclusive community gatherings and educational programs, your contributions help us create safe, joyful spaces where everyone is welcome, supported, and celebrated.

🀝 Community Outreach
Raised funds allow us to expand outreach efforts, provide educational resources, collaborate with local partners, and continue advocating for inclusion, equity, and community care throughout New Castle and beyond.

Because we use Zeffy, 100% of your donation goes directly to our mission no platform fees are taken out. Every dollar truly makes an impact.

πŸ‘‰ Donate anytime:
πŸ”— https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/the-new-castle-prism-initiative

Thank you for helping us provide affirming resources, safe spaces, and compassionate support for our entire community. πŸŒˆπŸ’–

05/14/2026

πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈSupport The Pauly Likens Memorial Sanctuary! πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

We’re asking for your help to keep our community closet stocked with the essentials our neighbors rely on. By purchasing an item from our Amazon Wishlist, you’re directly supporting someone in need right here in our community. πŸ’–

Your donations help us provide: πŸ‘• Clothing & Footwear
🧴 Hygiene Products
πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ Gender-Affirming Items
πŸ’„ Makeup & Wigs
πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Harm Reduction Supplies
πŸŽ’ Houseless Grab Bags
🩲 Undergarments

Every single item makes a meaningful impact and is offered at no cost to those who need them. πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈβœ¨

πŸ›’ Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/cOLnt9J

Donate now and help us keep the love and support flowing:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/the-new-castle-prism-initiative

Thank you for helping us continue the vision of The Pauly Likens Memorial Sanctuary ensuring everyone in our community has access to dignity, support, and care. πŸ’•

05/14/2026

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THIS SUNDAY…in New Castle, PA!

Join the Rust Belt Theater Company at The New Castle Prism Initiative as we raise money for New Castle’s Pride In the Park!

WHOSE DRAG IS IT ANYWAY is an improvisational comedy show, featuring classic οΏΌοΏΌimprov sketches, paired with original music from Rust Belt Theater Shows.

Admission is $10, and all proceeds benefit PRIDE.

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