PROGRAMS

THIS WEEK


Monday:

11:30a - Yoga

1:30p - Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class


Tuesday:

12:00p - Lunch

5:00p - Grief & Loss Support Group

3:45p - Strength & Balance (online)

Wednesday:

1:00p - Trans Support Group 

3:30p - Yoga (online)


Thursday:

12:00p - Lunch

12:00p - PACE Blood pressure checks 12:45p - Hearing, Speech, & Deaf Center Presentation 


Friday:

10:30 PM - Qigong (Online)

6:00p - Scarecrow Movie Club 



WHAT'S NEW AT GENPRIDE?


  • Pillars of Pride 2025 Honorees + toolkit
  • STG Dance for PD®
  • Art in the Park
  • BIPOC Lunch this Thursday!
  • WA E-Bike Rebate Lottery
  • WE ARE HIRING!
  • Open Commissioner Position
  • Alz. Research Webinar
  • Cancer Screening - UW
  • Powerful Tools for Caregivers 6-week class
  • April 24th - 27th | Free Dental, Medical, Vision

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Facilitator for the Men's Support Group
  • Facilitator for the Senior HIV Discussion Group



Meet the 2025 Pillars of Pride Honorees!

We’re proud to announce this year’s incredible honorees who exemplify resilience, creativity, and community leadership.


Building Belonging

Angelina Salazar · Rosette Royale · Rev. Dr. Renee McCoy

Iconic Artistry

Mark "Mom" Finley · Kathy Ross

Rainbow Partnership

Alki Beach Pride

Community Catalyst

Robert Foss · Fai Coffin


For more information on this year's honorees visit our social or web:

📱 @genprideseattle on Instagram & Facebook

💻 genprideseattle.org/pop25

Let’s celebrate those who protect Y(OUR) future — together.


We’re almost there — Pillars of Pride is happening May 3rd!


Join us in celebrating this year’s inspiring honorees and uplifting our LGBTQ+ elder community.


 

PILLARS OF PRIDE 2025 SPONSORS

As a woman-owned, community-focused independent agency, DML insurance goes beyond offering comprehensive coverage — they believe in giving back and fostering an inclusive, welcoming future for all. From protecting homes, businesses, and vehicles to safeguarding pets, digital assets, and more, DML’s commitment to their clients is unmatched.

With a mission to empower busy professionals and the LGBTQ+ community, Planning for Good helps individuals make intentional financial decisions that align with their values. Their personalized, empathetic approach ensures that financial strategies not only support long-term goals but also reflect what matters most.

 

HOT LUNCH: EVERY TUES/THURS

Join us for Hot Lunch at GenPride! LGBT+ seniors and friends, come enjoy a delicious meal and wonderful company every Tuesday and Thursday from 12 pm to 1:00 pm. Don’t miss out on the chance to share a meal, connect, and enjoy the community. We’ll see you there!

Doors open at 10 am, don't miss out!


Where: GenPride Community Center

1521 Broadway, Suite A, Seattle 98122

DETAILS:

60 years and over: $5.00 Freewill Donation

Under 60 years: $10.00 per meal

No reservation is required. 

** We love your pets, but please leave them home during lunch Service animals are always allowed During our open hours (outside of lunch) we would love to see your well behaved animals.

Tuesday April 22nd:

Coconut Curry Chicken

Calrose

Rice

Steamed Vegetables

Fruit 

Thursday April 24th:

BBQ Pork Ribs

Green Chili

Cornbread

Roasted Vegetables

Fruit

Dessert 

BIPOC Lunch is back at the GenPride Center! 🥗✨

Join us Monday, April 28th for a welcoming space to connect, share a meal, and build community. All BIPOC LGBTQ+ folks are invited—come as you are!

 

WA E-Bike Rebate Lottery Now Open

Washington residents can now apply for the state's new e-bike rebate lottery program—but only through April 23!

  • Up to $1,200 rebates available for households earning 80% or less of their county’s median income (AMI).
  • Others may qualify for a $300 rebate.
  • One rebate per household; must be 16+ to apply.

Winners will be selected at random and must confirm eligibility within 96 hours. Rebates must be used by June 30 or within 45 days of award.

➡️ Apply Here

📄 Check Income Eligibility

 

STG Dance for PD® classes use dance, live music, and community in a safe and creative environment. Working with professional dancers and teaching artists trained in the Dance for PD® method, participants are inspired to explore movement and music in ways that are refreshing, enjoyable, and stimulating. No dance experience or diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease is required to participate. The classes are always free.

STG Dance for PD® classes are based on the Dance for PD® method developed by Mark Morris Dance Group and Brooklyn Parkinson Group.


Dance for PD in Seattle

STG at Kerry Hall (Online option available)

710 E Roy St., Seattle, WA 98102

Wednesdays 10:30am-12:00pm

Spring 2025……..4/9/25-5/28/25



Preregistration is required for our classes.

 

📚 Book Signing with M. Abeo at GenPride!

Join us for a special Author Book Signing Event featuring M. Abeo, author of “The Little Bloom Book”, on Sunday, May 18th from 1–3PM at the GenPride Center (1521 Broadway, Suite A). Bring your copy to be signed or purchase one onsite. Discover the inspiration behind the book and connect with the author in person!

 
 


We’re hiring! GenPride is looking for a full-time Operations Manager to help keep our vibrant community center running smoothly. If you’re a systems thinker with a heart for community and experience in admin, finance, tech, and facilities—this might be the role for you!

Learn more + apply @ https://genpri.de/hire or click the button below!




 

SUPPORT GROUPS & VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES!

We’re excited to remind everyone that there are still several support group programs and new volunteer opportunities available! We’re on the lookout for passionate individuals to step up as Support Group Facilitators for various senior groups in our community. If you—or someone you know—would like to help foster connection and provide meaningful social and emotional support, this is a fantastic way to make an impact.


Check out the Facilitator Requirements PDF for each group to see if this role is right for you. Join us in strengthening our community connections!



Senior HIV Discussion Group Facilitator


Come join a discussion group for LGBTQ+ seniors living with HIV today. This group will be a supportive, non-judgmental space for folks to discuss shared experiences, services, local resources, and more! This group meets in person.  


** NEW Senior Men's Support Group Facilitator


Help create a supportive, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ men-identifying seniors (50+) to share and connect. Interested? Email Mariah at mariah@genprideseattle.org for more info — full description below!  

 

Help Us Shine On GOOGLE!

GenPride is now on Google Maps and Search! This means more LGBTQ+ seniors can find our Center, programs, resources, and support—but we need your help to spread the word.

If you've benefited from or believe in GenPride’s mission, please leave us a positive review on Google. Your words will help others discover and trust what we do, allowing us to reach more folks who can benefit from our work.


It only takes a moment to make a huge difference!

Our website, GenPrideSeattle.org, just got a fresh new look! Now, finding information on all our programs and services is simpler, cleaner, and (dare we say?) a whole lot prettier! We’ve streamlined everything to make it easier to find exactly what you need.


Find all program info anytime on our Programs page for the latest on what’s happening at GenPride.

All GenPride Programming is free for the community, with support and funding from the City of Seattle

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