Van Wert PRIDE

04/01/2026

Sometimes the hardest part of a conversation is simply starting it.

That’s exactly what Pride: Conversations for Everyone is here to do.

Van Wert Pride is partnering with Foundations Behavioral Health Services to create a welcoming space where our community can come together to talk, ask questions, and learn about the LGBTQ+ community.

No pressure.
No expectations.
Just honest conversation and shared understanding.

If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I could ask that question,” this event is for you.

03/26/2026

🌈✨ BIG NEWS, VAN WERT! ✨🌈

Van Wert is making history!!! 🎉
Our community is coming together to celebrate LOVE, IDENTITY, and PRIDE in a way we’ve never seen before 💛💚💙💜

We are beyond excited to share that Van Wert Pride has been featured by The Buckeye Flame — shining a light on the power, resilience, and joy of our local LGBTQ+ community 🏳️‍🌈🔥

This is more than an event…
This is visibility.
This is belonging.
This is a moment to stand proud and say: WE ARE HERE.

Whether you’ve been part of this journey from the beginning or you’re just finding your way to us — YOU are welcome here. Always. 💖

👉 Check out the full article and celebrate with us:

https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/03/26/van-wert-pride/

Let’s keep building something beautiful, together. 🌈

🏳️‍🌈✨

In the past, Van Wert County residents traveled to Indiana for Pride

03/25/2026

You’re invited to something a little different.

Instead of a presentation, we’re hosting a conversation.

Van Wert Pride and Foundations Behavioral Health Services are bringing the community together for Pride: Conversations for Everyone, an open Q&A style event where people can talk honestly about LGBTQ+ topics.

Curious about terminology?
Wondering how to support someone you love?
Wanting to better understand the community around you?

This is the place to ask.

Everyone is welcome at the table.

03/22/2026

Sunday reflection 💭

Community isn’t just big events and celebrations.

It’s conversations.
It’s support.
It’s knowing someone out there understands.

Thank you for being part of what we’re building here in Van Wert County 🌈

03/21/2026

Weekends are for community 🌈

Whether you're out with friends, relaxing at home, or working through the weekend, we hope you find at least one moment to breathe and recharge.

Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish.
It’s necessary.

03/20/2026

Friday check-in 👀

What’s something small that made you smile this week?

A good conversation?
A meme?
A quiet moment?
Finally finishing a long week?

Let’s hear it.

03/19/2026

Quick reminder:

You don’t have to prove your identity to anyone.

Not by how you dress.
Not by who you date.
Not by how “out” you are.

Your identity is valid exactly as it is.

Always has been. Always will be. 🌈

03/18/2026

Real conversations build stronger communities.

Van Wert Pride is excited to partner with Foundations Behavioral Health Services to host Pride: Conversations for Everyone. This two-hour community discussion is designed to create a space where people can ask questions, learn from one another, and talk openly about LGBTQ+ topics.

You don’t have to be an expert.
You don’t even have to know the right words.

Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to listen.

This event is open to everyone in our community. Allies, LGBTQ+ individuals, parents, neighbors, and anyone wanting to understand more.

Let’s talk. Let’s learn. Let’s grow together.

03/18/2026

Let’s talk comfort spaces 🌈

Where in Van Wert County do you feel the most relaxed?

Home?
A park?
A favorite coffee spot?
With friends?

Drop your answer below. Sometimes sharing spaces helps others find theirs.