We are witnessing how recent debates and legislation targeting transgender people are not just abstract policy disputes but real actions that affect lives, including those of youth who are already among the most vulnerable members of our community.

We know how essential stable funding is to sustaining programs that support LGBTQ Alaskans. Historically, LGBTQ organizations have worked with limited resources even as the demand for advocacy, services, and community support has continued to grow. Today, those long standing challenges are becoming even more pronounced. Still, our community remains hopeful, resilient, and committed to advocating for our rights and for LGBTQ people across Alaska. 

At Alaskans Together for Equality, we are deeply thankful to the LGBTQ+ community in Juneau and to the many allies who showed up during a challenging and uncertain time. Your presence, care, and courage remind us that even when national rhetoric and policy feel threatening, local communities continue to lead with compassion and resolve. 

At Alaskans Together for Equality, we celebrate every step forward toward full equality for LGBTQ+ Alaskans and this September, Anchorage marked a major one. It has now been 10 years since the Municipality of Anchorage extended civil rights protections to include gender identity and sexual orientation, a milestone that wouldn’t have been possible without sustained advocacy, community engagement, and the collective voice of Alaskans committed to dignity and fairness for all.

This past June’s Anchorage Pride Parade marked a remarkable milestone for LGBTQ+ Alaskans and allies. With more than 900 people walking in the 48th annual parade, it stands as the largest Pride parade Anchorage has seen yet, filling downtown streets with joy, unity, and colorful celebration.

Anchorage Pride Parade

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Alaskans Together Foundation (ATF) is again hosting the Anchorage Pride Parade and is now accepting applications for participants and sponsors. Interested businesses, organizations, and LGBTQ+ supporting groups can apply below.

Join us in downtown Anchorage for a vibrant celebration of love, acceptance, and unity within the LGBTQ+ community. This parade is not just a display of solidarity; it's a testament to our resilience and diversity, reminding us of the progress we've made and the work that still lies ahead. As we gather together, let's reflect on our achievements, stand strong against any attempts to roll back our rights, and continue our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable society.

Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with colorful floats, lively music, and an atmosphere of joy and acceptance. Bring your rainbow flags, wear your boldest outfits, and join us as we march proudly through the heart of Anchorage, spreading a message of hope, solidarity, and celebration. Together, we will create lasting memories and inspire positive change, moving forward with unwavering determination towards a future where everyone can live authentically and love without fear or prejudice.

Please note: All sponsorships, corporate partnerships, and group registrations are subject to review and approval by Alaskans Together Foundation in accordance with the organization’s policies and mission alignment standards.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 

If you are business or organization considering supporting this event, please explore our various sponsorship levels below to find one that fits your goals and budget. (Download PDF Form)

Official Parade Partner ($5,000) – Limited to 4!

• Lead position in Anchorage Pride Parade
• Logo on official Parade opening banner + T-shirt
• Logo on website + link
• One (1) focused social media shoutout
• Radio spot mention

Platinum Sponsor ($2,500)

• Premium position in Anchorage Pride Parade
• Logo on official Parade opening banner + T-shirt
• Logo on website + link

Gold Sponsor ($500)

• Entry in Anchorage Pride Parade
• Name on official Parade opening banner
• Name on website + link

REGISTER YOUR GROUP

Please join Alaskans Together Foundation at 11:30 am on Saturday, June 27 and support this year's Anchorage Pride Parade!

For-Profit Parade Entry ($100)

• Business group entry in Anchorage Pride Parade
• Up to 40 participants, including one float

Non-Profit Parade Entry ($60)

• Non-profit business group entry in Anchorage Pride Parade
• Up to 40 participants, including one float

LGBTQ+ Group Parade Entry ($40)

• LGBTQ+ group entry in Anchorage Pride Parade
• Up to 40 participants, including one float

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS

PARTNERS

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS

MEDIA SPONSORS

Alaskans Together Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our federal identification number is 26-2863522. Founded in 2007, our mission is to advance civil equality for all Alaskans through education. 

LAST UPDATED: 2/17/26

The Alaskans Together Foundation is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the Anchorage Pride Parade, held at 11:30 am on Saturday, June 24, 2023. As the Foundation hosts this event for the first time, it brings together the vibrant LGBTQ+ community and their allies in a spectacular celebration of love, acceptance, and equality.

Alaskans Together for Equality Calls On Legislature To Reject Gov. Dunleavy’s Anti-LGBTQ Proposal.

Alaskans Together for Equality today denounced Gov. Dunleavy's HB 105, which targets and discriminates against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) youth, and urged the Alaska Legislature to reject the bill. Advocates and experts say the bill is an attack on Alaska’s LGBTQ youth and their right to safely be who they are at school. The bill is one of more than 150 bills across the country that target LGBTQ youth in education.

Anchorage, Alaska - Yesterday, Christopher Constant (District 1) and Felix Rivera (District 4) became the first openly lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) individuals to be elected to office in Alaska. The men will serve 3-year terms on the Anchorage Assembly. Former Senator Johnny Ellis served in the Alaska State Legislature for 29 years but did not reveal he was gay until he retired in November 2016. 

What: Senate Bill 72 - State Senate Health And Social Services Committee Hearing
Where:  BUTROVICH 205 @State Capitol
When: Monday, April 10 at 1:30 pm
How To Participate: Email, In-Person in Juneau, In-Person at your local LIO, by phone(907) 586-9085 or (844) 586-9085 
Watch: http://akleg.gov/index.php#tab3-15

Juneau became the second Alaskan city to pass an inclusive non‐discrimination ordinance that extends protections in employment, housing, and public accommodations based on sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or national origin, race, color, age, religion, sex, familial status, and disability.

It’s been a chilly January, and it looks like we will be busy fighting for LGBTQ equality in the coming weeks and months ahead. We encourage you to stay focused and engaged, and to speak up when you see something is not right – write letters to the editor, submit opinion editorials, rally, march, and most importantly contact your elected officials. The LGBTQ community along with our allies can be a powerful force locally, at the state level, and at the federal level to create change and protect fundamental human rights in our communities.