Out at the Fair is a family-friendly event that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and its allies at various county fairs across the country. The event was started in 2011 by a group of friends who wanted to create a safe and fun space for LGBTQ+ people and their families at the San Diego County Fair. Since then, […]

The Safe Schools Desert Cities Rainbow Youth Summit is an annual event that brings together LGBTQ+ students and allies from different schools and communities in the Coachella Valley and beyond. The summit aims to provide a safe and supportive space for youth to learn, network, and have fun. The summit features inspirational speakers, information tables, […]

Safe Schools Desert Cities is planning to staff an exhibitor booth at Cathedral City LGBT Days, an annual festival that celebrates the diversity and inclusion of the LGBT community and its allies in Cathedral City, California. The festival is the first Pride event of the year in California and features various events and activities, such […]

The Safe Schools Desert Cities Scholarship Awards Reception honors and celebrates the year's award recipients. This is an invitation-only event. For more information on our scholarship and award programs, see Awards Program | Safe Schools Desert Cities (safeschoolsdc.org).

The Transgender Day of Visibility is a day to celebrate and support transgender people and their rights. The day aims to raise awareness of the challenges and discrimination that transgender people face, as well as to honor their achievements and contributions to society. The day also encourages transgender people to live authentically and proudly, while acknowledging […]

National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is a day to educate the public about the impact of HIV and AIDS on young people and to highlight the efforts of young people to prevent, treat, and care for HIV and AIDS. The day also aims to raise awareness about the barriers that young people face in accessing HIV […]

The GLSEN National Day of Silence is an annual day of action to spread awareness about the effects of the bullying and harassment of LGBTQ+ students. It happens annually on the second Friday in April. The next National Day of Silence will be on April 12, 2024. Some of the ways that students can participate […]

The Palm Springs Harvey Milk Diversity Breakfast is an annual event that celebrates the life and legacy of Harvey Milk, who was one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States and a champion for the LGBTQ+ community. The event is organized by the Harvey Milk Foundation and Greater Palm Springs Pride, […]

  Pride Prom is an annual event that celebrates LGBTQ+ youth and their allies. Students can dress however they want, dance with whomever they want, and be themselves without fear or judgment. Featuring a DJ, drag performances, dancing, food, and fun, Pride Prom is a way to show support, solidarity, and love for LGBTQ+ youth. […]

A special fundraising party benefiting Safe Schools Desert Cities hosted by Bryon Hancock and Len Handeland at their beautiful mid-century modern home in Vista Las Palmas. Entertainment will  be provided by the amazing chanteuse, SHARON SILLS, cabaret favorite CHARLES HERRERA, both of whom appear regularly at the Purple Room, and singer/actress CHRISTINE NUNEZ. Emcee for […]

The Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk brings together runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to raise funds for local LGBTQ+ organizations and promote inclusivity in our community and sports. The annual event is proudly hosted by Palm Springs Front Runners & Walkers, a local chapter of International Frontrunners, an informal network of […]

Join Safe Schools Desert Cities in downtown Cathedral City for LGBT Days, an annual festival that celebrates the diversity and inclusion of the LGBT community and its allies in Cathedral City, California. The festival is the first Pride event of the year in California. Various events and activitiesa will include: DJ Music - 9:00 am […]

The Safe Schools Desert Cities Rainbow Youth Summit is an annual event that brings together LGBTQ+ students and allies from different schools and communities in the Coachella Valley and beyond. The summit provides a safe and supportive space for youth to learn, network, and have fun. The summit features inspirational speakers, information tables, workshops, and […]

The Transgender Day of Visibility is a day to celebrate and support transgender people and their rights. The day aims to raise awareness of the challenges and discrimination that transgender people face, as well as to honor their achievements and contributions to society. The day also encourages transgender people to live authentically and proudly, while […]

JOIN US at the Bigger Together Nonprofit Expo at The Palm Springs Surf Club on April 2 from 5-7:00pm. When organizations support each other, we can do more to further our missions. We are very excited to be a part of this event and cannot wait to share the evening with other organizations doing amazing work. […]