Building a Culture of Philanthropy: Empowering Pride, Amplifying Change
Philanthropy is more than generosity — it’s an act of solidarity. It’s how we show up for one another, transform compassion into action, and ensure every LGBTQ+ voice is seen, valued, and celebrated. Equality remains an ongoing journey, and Capital Pride Alliance stands at the forefront — advancing visibility, fostering community connection, and creating spaces where our stories, struggles, and joy can shine year-round. Pride isn’t a moment; it’s a movement that demands we defend and deepen inclusion every single day.
Your support makes this possible. When you give to Capital Pride Alliance, you’re not just sustaining events — you’re investing in visibility, safety, empowerment, and hope. Your contribution helps keep Pride accessible, supports educational and advocacy efforts, uplifts local LGBTQ+ organizations, and strengthens the fabric of our community across the region. Together, we can build a more vibrant, inclusive Washington, DC — one where Pride isn’t only celebrated, but truly lived, all year long.
One Time or Monthly Donations
When you donate to CPA, your contribution helps…
- Keep our annual Pride Festival and Concert free and accessible for everyone.
- Promote representation and inclusion in all of our Pride Celebration events.
- Supports volunteer coordination, training, and supplies that keep Pride safe, welcoming, and well-organized.
- Funds accessibility services such as ASL interpretation, closed captioning, or transportation assistance so everyone can fully participate.
- Cover 50% of the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s building operating costs.
- Support the Pride365 Fund that provides direct support to our LGBTQ+ non-profit Pride Partners, including the Diversity of Prides.
- Support our education and advocacy initiatives and events 365 days a year.
Text to Give: Text PROUD25 to 44321
Monthly Giving (if you can!)
Monthly giving to Capital Pride Alliance provides the steady foundation that keeps our mission moving forward all year long. Consistent support helps ensure that Pride isn’t just a once-a-year celebration — it’s a continuous movement for visibility, equality, and inclusion.
Your ongoing monthly gift allows us to plan confidently, respond quickly to community needs, and sustain vital programs that empower LGBTQ+ individuals across the region. By giving monthly, you help build a stronger, more stable organization — one that can continue creating safe, affirming spaces and celebrating our community with Pride every day of the year.
Mail a Check
Please make your check payable to “Capital Pride Alliance” and mail to:
Capital Pride Alliance
Attn: Pride365 Fund
1827 Wiltberger St., NW
Suite 100
Washington, DC 20001
If you are able to, please download and complete the form below to mail in with your check. This helps us more quickly and efficiently track and attribute your gift.
Donate via Wire Transfer or ACH
Please contact our Donor Engagement team via email for our banking information needed for wire transfers and ACHs. [email protected].
Matching Gifts
Matching gifts are one of the most powerful ways to increase your impact on the Capital Pride Alliance. When your employer matches your donation, your contribution instantly goes twice as far — helping fund vital programs, major Pride events, community outreach, and the year-round work that keeps LGBTQ+ visibility strong in Washington, DC. Matching gifts not only amplify individual generosity, they help ensure sustainable support for a more inclusive, connected, and empowered community. It’s an easy step that creates a meaningful difference.
Check to see if your company will match your donation:
Join the Pride365 Impact Collective ($1,000 to $5,000 annually)
Benefits:
- Name recognition on the CPA Donor Webpage
- Recognition as a donor of Pride Honors
- 2 VIP Festival Passes ($1,000); 4 VIP Festival Passes ($2,500); 6 VIP Festival Passes ($5,000)
- 1 All Access CPA Event Pass ($2,500); 2 All Access CPA Event Passes ($5,000)
- Members-Only appreciation events (TBA)
Become a Founding Member of the Bernie Delia Legacy Endowment
In 2028 the Capital Pride Alliance will celebrate its 20th Anniversary. Our goal is to identify 20 individuals to become a founding member of the Bernie Delia Capital Pride Legacy Endowment, with a contribution of $20,000. Your support will help ensure that one of Bernie’s legacies will be to empower Capital Pride for generations to come.
On June 21, 2024, the Capital Pride Alliance lost Bernie Delia, a founding member of the Capital Pride Alliance and a visionary leader in how Pride should celebrate, educate, support, and inspire our multi-faceted communities in order to grow and preserve our history and protect our rights for current and future generations.
Welcome Home | Building Together, Thriving Together
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center & The Capital Pride Alliance, opened a new community center for the LGBTQ+ community in May 2025. The ‘Welcome Home – Building Together, Thriving Together’ initiative is a heartfelt call to action, inviting you to join us in sculpting a future rich in hope, creativity, and an unwavering sense of belonging. Your invaluable contribution is more than just about maintaining a building; it represents a commitment to ensure our generous 7,000 square feet of space can continue to be devoted to nurturing unity, empowerment, and support across the LGBTQ+ spectrum.
Legacy and Planned Donations
Whether you designate a specific amount or leave a percentage of your estate, your legacy gift will allow CPA to continue our mission to serve the LGBTQ+ community for decades to come. All legacy gifts will support our Pride365 Fund unless otherwise agreed upon.
Trustees and advisors can contact Capital Pride Alliance at:
Capital Pride Alliance
Attn: Mike Alexander
1827 Wiltberger St., NW
Suite 100
Washington, DC 20001
Federal Tax ID Number: 26-1763254
Please email Mike Alexander, Director of Development with any questions.
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Rally your friends around a special occasion (birthday, anniversary, in honor or in memory of someone special) or just because you’re feeling charitable and raise money for CPA! You can create a fundraising team, or fundraise on your own. Consider creating friendly competitions, or develop incentives for your friends and colleagues to donate to your campaign.
You can share your fundraising efforts through your personal social media and tag Capital Pride Alliance and we will share you efforts through our social media accounts too!
Host a Fundraiser
CPA welcomes local community groups, businesses, individuals, and others who wish to host fundraising events (“Third-Party Fundraising”), where all or a portion of the proceeds come back to CPA and our Pride365 Fund. Third-Party Fundraising is an incredibly effective and fun way to support the LGBTQ+ communities of our city and beyond. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you need ideas or inspiration!
Donate Stock
CPA gratefully receives gifts of stocks and appreciated securities through Donate Stock, a social impact venture that streamlines the donation process.
Donate Crypto
Crypto has the power to fuel CPA’s work and mission for our DC area and beyond. The IRS classifies cryptocurrencies as property, so cryptocurrency donations to CPA will receive the same tax treatment as stocks.
In-Kind Gifts
In-kind gifts are used to support several initiatives including our volunteer program and overall event operations. We are grateful for all in-kind opportunities. Please feel free to purchase from our Wishlist (coming soon!) or contact us at [email protected] for more information.
Programs Benefitting from Your Support
We believe that Pride is more than any single event, it’s a commitment that we make 365 days a year. Contributions to the Pride365 Fund help to provide direct financial support to local community organizations for programs that celebrate and enrich lives of members of the LGBTQ+ community; expand access to programs, events, and activities to ensure inclusivity; and promote events and programs that provide visibility and elevate the voices of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I receive a receipt?
Yes, you will receive an email receipt for your online donations, or a letter in the mail if we don’t have your email for checks, ACH and stock. If you made a donation a while ago and still don’t have a receipt, contact us at [email protected]
Is my donation tax deductible?
Capital Pride Alliance is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Keep your email donation receipt as your official record. Our EIN number is: 26-1763254.
Can I dedicate my donation to someone?
Yes! To dedicate your donation in honor or memory of a loved one, colleague, or friend, click Add a Dedication located under One Time and Monthly on the donation page. The first and last name of your honoree are required fields. You will also have the option to input contact information and a message to the recipient, which will be automatically sent upon completion of your transaction.
What are the fees associated with my donation?
Credit card transaction fees vary between 4-5%, If you are looking to avoid processing fees, consider giving via a Donor Advised Fund.
Is my donation secure?
Yes. The security and confidentiality of your information is our highest priority. We use industry-standard SSL (secure socket layer) technology to protect your information and provide a safe and secure environment for online donations. We will not sell, trade or share your personal information with anyone else, nor send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations, and we will only share personal information if you have given us specific permission to do so.
What does my donation support?
Your donation goes directly to where it’s needed most — powering the year-round work that keeps Pride visible, vibrant, and impactful in the nation’s capital. Contributions support the full mission of the Capital Pride Alliance, including community programs, educational initiatives, safety and accessibility measures, volunteer coordination, and the planning and production of major Pride events attended by hundreds of thousands of people.
Your gift also strengthens vital partnerships with local LGBTQ+ organizations, helps amplify underrepresented voices, and ensures that our festivals, parades, and gatherings remain safe, inclusive, and welcoming for all. From operational needs to advocacy efforts to creating meaningful spaces for celebration and protest, every donation fuels the ongoing movement for equality in Washington, DC.
In short: your support sustains Pride not just in June — but every day of the year, helping us build a stronger, more connected, and more resilient LGBTQ+ community.
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Capital Pride Alliance, Inc. is recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization by the Internal Revenue Service, and is a non-profit organization incorporated in the District of Columbia. Your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Capital Pride Alliance, Inc. Tax ID# 26-1763254.
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