Pride Center Closes But Community Rises

After 26 years of serving Vermont’s LGBTQ+ community, the Pride Center shuttered in October due to a funding crisis tied to shifting federal priorities—but its closure didn’t mark the end. With a $350,000 anonymous donation in November and a determined board, revival efforts are underway. Grassroots groups across the state, from Montpelier Pride to Outright Vermont, are stepping in to host events, support hate crime survivors, and provide critical spaces for transgender adults. As federal policies threaten LGBTQ+ rights, this community’s resilience shines through—Pride may have changed, but its heart and activism remain fiercely alive. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a680a65a37bc64db