
Pride Awareness Events
Raising Voices, Saving Lives: A Unified Push for Early Detection
We’re loud, we’re proud, and we’re talking about the cancers nobody else will. At Pride events across the country, we’re shining a light on colorectal and anal cancers because keeping our community healthy means getting real about the risks.
Our mission:
To protect every booty in the LGBTQ+ community through prevention, early detection, and health empowerment. No ifs, ands, or butts about it.
This is a full-on call to action—from local volunteers to national organizations—to band together, share resources, and amplify our impact. Together, we’re busting myths, fighting stigma, and making sure our community knows how to check their cheeks and get screened.
Want to help? Find us at Pride, volunteer with us, or help spread the word. Let’s make sure everyone gets the care they deserve, because good health is worth celebrating!
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This initiative is a series of coordinated efforts set to unfold at Pride events throughout 2024. Depending on the level of engagement in a particular city, we aim to leverage these gatherings as a platform to host:
Standalone Booths: Establish CRC awareness booths for direct engagement and to inform Pride participants about CRC risks and preventive measures.
Partnerships with Healthcare Entities: Collaborate with local healthcare and/or community organizations to share resources and information, supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in accessing vital health resources and screening services.
Volunteer Mobilization: Utilize our volunteers to work within the booths of our healthcare partners, advocating for comprehensive health care that addresses the specific needs of the LGBTQ+ community.
Media Engagement: Use our united front to attract news and media attention, amplifying the conversation around colorectal cancer in the LGBTQ+ community.
Unified Messaging: Consolidate our efforts to present a coherent, powerful message on the importance of colorectal cancer awareness and early detection.
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Our initiative is gaining momentum, bringing together a diverse array of partners (including leading colorectal organizations, healthcare providers, community groups) and engaging corporate sponsors from sectors like wellness, financial services, and more.
By partnering with us, you'll be featured as a key contributor in a broad network of allies, each amplifying the message that health equity and proactive care are paramount.
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We are set to make meaningful strides in:
Educational Reach: Disseminating tailored health information that resonates with the unique narratives of the LGBTQ+ community.
Actionable Change: Encouraging preventive measures and regular screenings, with a focus on mitigating the risks of late detection.
Supportive Fundraising: Raising funds to assist with screening costs, ensuring financial barriers do not hinder access to necessary care.
Empowered Advocacy: Providing resources for individuals to navigate healthcare systems confidently, championing their rights to comprehensive care.
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We recognize the unique strengths each organization brings to the table and are committed to fostering partnerships that honor this diversity. We are eager to collaborate in several key areas:
Financial or In-Kind Support: Through sponsorship or in-kind contributions, you can bolster the infrastructure of our mission.
Event Participation: Engage your community to stand with us at Pride events in order to visibly champion our shared cause.
Resource Sharing: Your wealth of educational content, medical expertise, and promotional materials can greatly enhance the campaign's educational outreach.
Unified Show of Support: As a partner, your organization's name will be included in a comprehensive list. This collective display aims to not only recognize each contributor but also to draw significant attention to our campaign and the importance of colorectal cancer awareness within the LGBTQ+ community.
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By joining us, you commit to transforming the health landscape for the LGBTQ+ community. We will proudly display our partnership network, illustrating a united commitment to health, inclusivity, and well-being for all.
To protect the LGBTQ+ community and allies, the map of events is on a protected webpage.
you belong.
2024 Pride Results
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2024 Pride Results ✻
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Pride Events
10,000+
Engagements
15,000+
Resources
In 2024, Cheeky Charity hit Pride festivals across the country bringing life-saving conversations about colorectal and anal cancer directly to the LGBTQ+ community.
At each stop, we created an inclusive space with interactive activities, easy-to-digest prevention tips, and take-home resources designed for our community. Thousands of festival-goers engaged with us (many for the first time) breaking down stigma and gaining critical health knowledge.
Beyond the booths, the impact continues. Every conversation sparked awareness, every connection strengthened our network of advocates. From New York to San Francisco, Houston to the Midwest, we showed up with purpose—and we’re just getting started.
2024 Community Partners







