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About Folsom Family Pride

Folsom Family Pride started with a simple belief: that every LGBTQIA+ person in Folsom deserves a welcoming and affirming space to be fully themselves. What began as a community gathering has grown into a nonprofit organization committed to celebration, visibility, and connection year-round.

Our Mission & Vision

Folsom Family Pride is a celebration of inclusivity, diversity, and love dedicated to uplifting the LGBTQIA+ community in Folsom and beyond.

Our mission is to create a safe, welcoming space where individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities can express themselves freely, foster meaningful connections, and feel empowered to be fully themselves.

Through our outreach and annual Pride festival, we work to promote visibility, understanding, equality, and solidarity while honoring the unique individuals and experiences that shape our community.

Our vision is to build a more connected and inclusive Folsom by:

  • creating a safe and welcoming LGBTQIA+ space within the community
  • fostering connection between LGBTQIA+ individuals, families, allies, and local resources
  • celebrating diversity, pride, and belonging year-round
  • providing a free, family-friendly Pride event that is accessible to all

Together, we commit to visibility, community, and belonging.

Who We Serve

Folsom Family Pride serves LGBTQIA+ individuals and families, allies, and anyone who believes in building a more inclusive community across differences in lived experience. Our annual festival is free and open to all ages, and our outreach is designed to be a visible, welcoming presence in the Folsom area.

We believe Pride is for everyone.

Meet the Team

Folsom Family Pride is powered by a passionate group of volunteers and community members who give their time to make this work possible.

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Matthew

Vice President

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Molly

Treasurer

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Member-at-Large

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Sarah

President

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Sarah is the Founder and President of Folsom Family Pride. She established the organization in 2025 with a vision of creating a safe and affirming space for the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies in the Folsom area. Sarah brings professional experience in the environmental and conservation field, along with a long history of community volunteering, to her leadership of the organization.

Matthew

Vice President

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Matthew serves as Vice President of Folsom Family Pride, bringing a deep commitment to inclusive community building and LGBTQIA+ advocacy. With extensive experience leading large-scale cultural and equity initiatives, Matthew is passionate about creating environments where families of all backgrounds feel valued, supported, and celebrated. His leadership centers on connection, belonging, and sustainable growth to ensure Folsom Family Pride continues to thrive for years to come.

Molly

Treasurer

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Molly serves as Treasurer of Folsom Family Pride. A Certified Public Accountant, she brings extensive experience in accounting, audit, and financial operations to the role. Molly provides strategic financial oversight, ensuring strong controls, transparent reporting, and responsible stewardship of sponsor and community resources. She is committed to supporting sustainable growth and ensuring that every investment meaningfully advances inclusive programming for LGBTQIA+ families in Folsom.

Eli

Secretary

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Eli serves as Secretary of the Folsom Family Pride Executive Board, providing oversight for organizational record-keeping, administration, and compliance. He brings extensive experience developing and administering programs that support disproportionately impacted individuals and communities, as well as a strong background working and volunteering with local LGBTQIA+ organizations.

Kim

Member-at-Large

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Kim serves as Member-at-Large and is a fierce advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights. She is active with Folsom Queer Community, a peer-led support group for LGBTQIA+ members, their families, and allies, and brings a family-centered perspective to her work with Folsom Family Pride.