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World Conference
About Us About the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh “The mission of the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh is to increase awareness and understanding of and improve the quality of life for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community in the Pittsburgh region. We do this through financial support of LGBT organizations, as well as sponsorship and production of our own community events.”
Originally incorporated on July 17, 1996 as a spin-off of the Lambda Foundation, the Delta Foundation was created as a non-profit organization for the purposes of uniting and fostering good fellowship and social interaction among LGBT residents in the metropolitan Pittsburgh area. After hosting a number of Memorial Day picnics in North Park over the years, a different group of interested LGBT business owners and citizens came together in 2006 with the idea of energizing Pittsburgh’s social scene and helping the community financially as well. Three events were held that raised over $35,000 and after observing their success and desire to form their own non-profit organization, the founding members of the Delta Foundation offered to cede their organization to the new organizers. The Delta Foundation produces events every year that make the Pittsburgh LGBT community a vibrant and exciting place to be. Annual events include Pride in the Street, PrideFest, Pride Awareness March,TransPride and Splash!, (Pittsburgh)RED on World AIDS Day, a Memorial Day Picnic and a holiday fundraising event called Spark.
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Table of Contents
Message from the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh
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2012 Pride in Numbers
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Organizational Eligibility / Financial Recap
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Pittsburgh’s LGBT History & Activism
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LGBT Organizations
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LGBT Bars & Clubs
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Welcome to Pittsburgh...America’s Most Livable City!
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Pittsburgh by the Numbers
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2014 Annual World Conference Proposal
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Transportation to Pittsburgh
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Info on diversity/disabled access/translation
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2014 AWC Budget
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Proposed Schedule & Workshops
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Proposed Conference Entertainment Options
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Host Hotel Info
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Pittsburgh LGBT Map
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From the Mayor
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From the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
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From the PFLAG
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From the Gay4Good
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From the Persad
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From the Hotel
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Recap of costs to attendees
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Letter
July 4, 2012
Dear InterPride Board & Membership: The Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh is proud and excited to present the enclosed bid proposal for the 2014 Annual World Conference. Pittsburgh and its community partners are all genuinely thrilled for the opportunity to host this conference, which would be the first ever international LGBT conference to be held in Pittsburgh. Our 2012 Pittsburgh Pride entertainer Melissa Etheridge said it best…”I love what you’ve done to the place.” Pittsburgh stands as a bold example of how to create new jobs and industries while transitioning to a 21st century economy. As a city that has transformed itself from the city of steel to a center for high-tech innovation, Pittsburgh will provide both a beautiful backdrop and a powerful example for the attendees of the AGM. Pittsburgh Pride, under the leadership of the Delta Foundation, continues to transform and grow as well. Our attendance has exploded from 3,000 in 2007 to over 80,000 in 2012. Not to mention our budget increase from $80,000 in 2007 to over $450,000 in 2011. We are the largest LGBT event in the region, and are one of the top five special events in the City of Pittsburgh. Thank you again for this opportunity. We look forward to the privilege of hosting the Annual InterPride World Conference in 2014! Sincerely,
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Matthew J. Arch
Charles W. Honse
Donnie R. Thinnes
Samuel C. Badger
William R. Kaelin
Charles P. Tierney
Michael G. Bartley
Peter J. Karlovich
Gary A. Van Horn Jr.
Daniel M. Catanzaro
Brian J. Stankavich
Steven R. Herforth
Louise F. Stutler
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2012 Pride in Numbers Pittsburgh’s first Pride Parade occurred on June 17, 1973, only four years after Stonewall and included 150 participants. Pittsburgh Pride 2012 had over 80,000 attendees. They came from over 27 cities across the U.S. Grammy & Academy Award winner lesbian Melissa Etheridge choose Pittsburgh to perform at her very first gay pride event. Pittsburgh Pride is the only event in Pennsylvania that shuts down a major street and serves a full bar. Mayor Luke Ravenstahl made history by walking in the Pride Awareness March for the first time We had our largest corporate involvement with Pittsburgh Pride including names such as UPMC, Highmark, Coors, Jim Beam, PNC Bank, Fed Ex Ground & Google. The Pride Awareness March had over 130 participating contingents covering a route of about one mile We had over 270 volunteers. PrideFest spans over 4 city blocks and sold out with a record 131 vendors
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Organizational Eligibility Be a Full Member organization in good standing for at least (4) consecutive years: Pittsburgh Pride has been a member of InterPride since 2004.
Have attended two (2) of the previous three (3) Annual World Conferences. Pittsburgh Pride attended the AWC in Minneapolis, MN (2005), Portland, ME (2006), Vancouver, Canada (2008), St. Pete Beach, FL (2009), Long Beach, CA (2010), Brussels, Belgium (2011) and will attend the meeting in Boston, MA in October 2012.
Has produced a conference type event within the last 5 years. Pittsburgh Pride produced a combined Region 5/6 NERP/POSE conference in March of 2011 with over 170 attendees.
Have an annual budget of at least USD $50,000 Pittsburgh Pride has had an annual budget of over $50,000 since 2005. The 2011 budget was over $450,000.
Be a fiscally-stable organization with no operating deficit exceeding ten percent (10%) of gross revenues in the most recent consecutive three (3) year fiscal period. Pittsburgh Pride has not had a deficit exceed 10% for more than 5 years.
Financial Statement Recap
Income
Expense
Net Income/Loss
%
2007
$89,295.67
$79,618.81
$9,676.86
10.84%
2008
$159,172.84
$173,719.05
$(14,546.21)
-9.14%
2009
$214,131.26
$193,750.78
$20,380.48
9.52%
2010
$302,360.89
$266,189.56
$36,171.33
11.96%
2011
$558,368.12
$450,271.79
$108,096.33
19.36%
2012*
$410,030.44
$282,668.78
$127,361.66
31.06%
Total
$1,733,359.22
$1,446,218.77
$287,140.45
16.57%
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Pittsburgh’s LGBT History & Activism The City of Pittsburgh under the reign of Mayor David Lawrence first formed a Human Relations Commission in 1954, and was added in the city charter in 1976. In 1990, sexual orientation was included as a protected class, and in 1997 gender identity and expression were added. In June 2008, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl signed legislation creating a new domestic partner registry in the City of Pittsburgh. The measure allows straight or gay couples who are city residents to gain official recognition of their relationships and to use the registration as criteria for sharing benefits. In July 2009, the Allegheny County Council passed and the County Executive signed into law, a bill to protect the LGBT community against discrimination in housing, employment and public accommodation. With the passing of the bill, Allegheny County joined 16 other municipalities in Pennsylvania that have similar civil rights ordinances. In February 2012, Allegheny County Chief Executive Rich Fitzgerald signed an executive order to provide same-sex domestic partnership benefits to all county employees. In June 2012, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl voiced his support for same-sex marriage and signed the Mayors for the Freedom to Marry pledge. The Pitt Men’s Study (PMS), a confidential research study of the natural history of HIV/ AIDS, funded by the National Institutes of Health, has been ongoing in Pittsburgh since 1984. The Pitt Men’s Study is part of a national study, the Multicenter AIDS Cohort Study (MACS) with sites in Los Angeles, Chicago, Baltimore as well as Pittsburgh, and is led by medical and social scientists. It is part of the Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology in the Graduate School of Public Health of the University of Pittsburgh. Based in Pittsburgh, GALA Choruses is the leading association committed to serving the LGBT choral movement in the United States and abroad. Activist and President of the Freedom to Marry Coalition, Evan Wolfson is from Pittsburgh. Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is also from Pittsburgh.
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LGBT Organizations ACLU of Pennsylvania
www.aclupa.org Through litigation, legislation, and community education, the ACLU works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to every person in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States.
AGH Positive Health Clinic
The Positive Health Clinic of Allegheny General Hospital, under the West Penn Allegheny Health System umbrella, is dedicated to healing, caring for, and educating their patients in an environment in which employees and physicians strive to meet and respect the complex needs of people living with HIV and the needs of their families and loved ones.
ALLIES
allies.andrew.cmu.edu An organization located at Carnegie Mellon University for people of all sexual orientations who support the LGBT community.
Bet Tikvah
www.bettikvah.org An alternative synagogue for Pittsburgh’s LGBT community as well as their family and friends.
Burgh Bears
www.burghbears.org A non-profit social group for bears and their admirers, created to both promote social/recreational activities for its members, as well as charitable fundraising for the local community.
Crewheads
www.city-net.com/~lewis/crewheads/ Organization for gay and lesbian rowers in Pittsburgh.
Cue Magazine
www.cuepittsburgh.com Pittsburgh’s monthly LGBT magazine.
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Dignity – Pittsburgh
www.dignitypgh.org Weekly Catholic mass, social groups, Catholic sacraments and other religious support for LGBT Catholics, their families and friends in Pittsburgh.
Dreams of Hope
www.dreamsofhope.org Through the arts, Dreams of Hope develops LGBT and allied youth leaders who promote social change by educating audiences.
Gay for Good: Pittsburgh
www.gayforgood.org Gay for Good aims to energize and mobilize the LGBT community to interact with the greater Pittsburgh community by volunteering their time to various social welfare and environmental service projects.
Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Pittsburgh
www.glccpgh.org The GLCC of Pittsburgh is located in downtown Pittsburgh provides a host of services to the LGBT community including a phone line, youth group, library, meeting rooms, office space, and events.
Gay Naturists International (GNI) – Pittsburgh Chapter / Party Naked Pittsburgh http://dir.groups.yahoo.com/group/partynakedpgh/ Party Naked Pittsburgh is a social group for gay, straight and bisexual men who are 21+. Party Naked Pittsburgh hosts monthly naked cocktail parties in private homes throughout the city, mostly during the fall and winter.
Gay and Lesbian Executive Committee (GLEC)
Formed in January 2009, GLEC is an all-inclusive networking organization comprised of an array of LGBT professionals in the Pittsburgh area and surrounding counties.
LGBT Organizations GLSEN Pittsburgh
www.glsen.org/pittsburgh GLSEN Pittsburgh is a chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) which strives to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
Lambda Foundation
www.lambda-pgh.org The Lambda Foundation is a charitable, non-profit organization serving the LGBT community.
Metropolitan Community Church of Pittsburgh
www.mccpittsburgh.com A cutting edge church whose Pittsburgh’s primary outreach is to LGBT community, family, friends and allies who share their vision.
One Church
An African American church for the LGBT community.
Persad
www.persadcenter.org Persad is the nation’s second oldest licensed counseling center specifically created to serve the LGBT community.
PFLAG - Pittsburgh
www.pflagpgh.org The Pittsburgh Chapter of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, is part of a national organization which works to promote education and advocacy, to end discrimination and secure civil rights.
Pitt Men’s Study
pms.stophiv.com The Pitt Men’s Study (PMS) is a confidential research study of the natural history of HIV/AIDS, funded by the National Institutes of Health that has been ongoing in Pittsburgh since 1984.
Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force
www.patf.org The regions largest organization for the prevention and service to people living with HIV and AIDS.
Pittsburgh Black Pride
www.pittsburghblackpride.org Develops social and educational events for the African American LGBT community.
Pittsburgh Frontrunners
www.pittsburgh-frontrunners.org Pittsburgh’s lesbian and gay running club. Weekly walks and runs for runners and walkers of all speeds and capabilities.
Pittsburgh International Lesbian & Gay Film Society www.plgfs.com PLGFS provides Pittsburgh area residents an opportunity to explore diverse, alternative and experimental films and videos with exclusively LGBT themes.
Pittsburgh’s Out
www.outonline.com The Tri-State’s gay and lesbian newspaper.
Pittsburgh Ironmen
www.pittironmen.org Pittsburgh’s official gay flag football team
Rainbow Alliance
www.pitt.edu/~sorc/rainbow/ Fostering an atmosphere of awareness and acceptance of all individuals, this organization serves LGBT students at the University of Pittsburgh.
Renaissance City Choirs
www.rccpittsburgh.org A men’s and women’s choir whose mission is to promote a positive image of the LGBT community and to be a leading contributor to the cultural life of the tri-state area. Music that is gay-positive and openly supports issues related to human equality and justice is represented at all concerts. Pittsburgh in 2014
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LGBT Organizations
St. Andrew Lutheran Church/Lutherans Concerned
Steel City Volleyball League
Shepherd Wellness
T.R.E.A.T.
www.lcna.org (LC/NA) works for the full inclusion of LGBT Lutherans in all aspects of the life of their Church and congregations. www.swconline.org From its inception in 1987, Shepherd Wellness has offered support and assistance to persons infected and affected by HIV/AIDS in an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding.
Steel City Bowling League
www.steelcitybowling.org Steel City Bowling League is Pittsburgh’s premiere alternative lifestyle sports league creating a welcoming space for the Pittsburgh area’s LGBT people and their allies.
Steel City Softball League
www.steelcitysoftball.org The Steel City Softball League mission is to promote bonds of fellowship with special emphasis within the LGBT community, through education and enjoyment of the sport of softball.
Steel City Stonewall Democrats
www.steel-city.org Steel-City Stonewall Democrats is the voice of LGBT Democrats in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
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www.steelcityvolleyball.org The Steel City Volleyball League (SCVL) offers a fun and friendly atmosphere for recreational and competitive volleyball among Pittsburgh’s LGBT community.
www.treatpgh.org TREAT, is a member in the International Gay Bowling Organization (IGBO) and is a non-profit organization that brings visibility to Pittsburgh and supports the economic vitality of the city with its biannual intramural bowling tournament, one of the oldest gay bowling tournaments in the country.
Unitarian-Universalist Churches
www.first-unitarian-pgh.org First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh’s mission is to promote love, reason and freedom in religion, to foster lifelong spiritual growth, and to act for social justice. They encourage seekers of all faiths, nationalities, races, genders, ages, abilities and sexual orientations to visit their congregation.
LGBT Bars & Clubs DOWNTOWN/CULTURAL DISTRICT 941 Saloon/Tilden
941 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15222 (412) 281-5222 www.myspace.com/941saloon Monday – Sunday 2PM – 2AM Offers a mixed, welcoming crowd and a variety of themed events.
Images
965 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15222 (412) 391-9990 www.imagespgh.com Mon – Sun 2PM – 2AM Nice, newly remodeled club with an open and friendly atmosphere. Karaoke every Thursday; shot boys on Friday’s.
There Video Lounge
931 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15222 (412) 642-4435 www.facebook.com/therelounge Mon – Fri 4PM – 2AM Sat – Sun 8PM – 2AM Frequently showing movies or shows on the TV screens, the Video Lounge offers a low key spot to kick back and enjoy a drink. Friendly bartenders make this feel like your neighborhood bar even when you’re traveling from afar.
SHADYSIDE
5801 Video Lounge & Café
5801 Ellsworth Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15232 (412) 661-5600 www.5801.us Monday – Saturday 4PM-2AM Sunday – 12:30PM – 2AM Plays new songs and classic videos. Regulars come to viewing parties of popular shows like “American Idol.” Check for drink specials every night of the week. Excellent food and a large outdoor deck for eating and drinking. Street parking only.
Spin/Bartini
5744 Ellsworth Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15232 (412) 362-1146 www.spinbartini.com Mon-Sun 4PM – 2AM A trendy decor and upscale atmosphere make Spin a great spot for a real night on the town. Grab a drink and mingle with the well-dressed crowd--who knows where it will lead you.
Harris Grill
5747 Ellsworth Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15232 (412) 362-5273 www.harrisgrill.com Mon – Sat 11:30AM – 2AM Sun 10AM – 3AM Considered by some as the other gay bar on Ellsworth. Although not gay very gay friendly. Great outdoor patio, friendly staff and great bar food.
LAWRENCEVILLE Blue Moon
5115 Butler St. Pittsburgh PA 15201 (412) 781-1119 www.thenewbluemoon.com Mon-Tues 4PM – 12AM Wed-Sun 12PM – 2AM This friendly and casual tavern offers a full selection of beers and well drinks, plus specialty drinks. They have great deals. They also host special events like barbecues and live entertainers.
Cattivo
146 44th St. Pittsburgh PA 15201 www.cattivo.biz Wed-Sun 4PM – 2AM Might seem a little divey during the week, but it transforms into a fabulous dance club with great DJs and events. During the week, check out the happy hour and food menu. Pittsburgh in 2014
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LGBT Bars & Clubs STRIP DISTRICT Brewers Hotel/Bar
3315 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15201 (412) 681-7991 Mon – Sat 10AM-2AM Sun 11AM – 2AM You can’t get any more casual than this old bar with inexpensive drinks and a friendly crowd. Draws a larger crowd on Sundays around 5 PM.
Lucky’s / Real Luck Café
1519 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (412) 566-8988 Mon-Sat 3PM – 2AM Very casual bar with two floors. The younger crowd tends to hang out downstairs, where they drink, eat pizza and listen to the jukebox. The older crowd goes upstairs to dance to disco or 80’s music, play Ms. Pac Man or to watch go-go boys.
Club Pittsburgh
1139 Liberty Ave. - 4th Floor Pittsburgh PA 15222 (412) 471-6790 www.clubpittsburgh.com Open 24 hours a day / 7 days a week A 4-floor, private club for gay men. A comfortable, clean, safe and friendly environment where you can relax, workout and play. Amenities include private rooms with televisions (cable stations/member video channels), gym a full exercise facility, lounge for viewing members’ videos, steam room, social areas, dry sauna, whirlpool, lockers and free on-line and wireless high-speed internet.
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Cruze Bar
1600 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412-471-1400 Tues-Sun, 4 AM -2 AM www.cruzebar.com Pittsburgh’s hottest and friendliest new club. Enjoy drinks in the lounge then move on to the dance floor or out to the huge outdoor deck. Thursday’s are College Night. Nonsmoking.
Donny’s Place/Leather Central
1226 Herron Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412) 682-9869 Wed – Sun 6PM – 2AM A very casual bar with pool tables and dart boards. Downstairs, a basement bar called Leather Central well known for guys wearing their leather apparel. Free parking.
BLOOMFIELD P-Town
4740 Baum Blvd. Pittsburgh PA 15213 (412) 621-0111 Mon – Sun 5PM – 2AM www.ptownpgh.com You know you are in Pittsburgh when you can watch a Steeler’s game and hot guys stripping in the same bar. Don’t worry, they don’t overlap.
Welcome to Pittsburgh...
America’s Most Livable City! Founded in 1758, Pittsburgh is the second-largest city in the state of Pennsylvania, the 61st largest city in the United States, and anchors the 22nd largest urban area in the nation. The 2009 estimated population of the city was 311,647, while the seven-county metropolitan area was estimated at 2,354,957. Downtown Pittsburgh retains substantial economic influence, ranking at 25th in the nation for jobs within the urban core (and is 6th in job density). The characteristic shape of the city’s downtown is a triangular tract (commonly referred to as the Golden Triangle) is carved by the joining of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers to form the Ohio River. Consequently, downtown Pittsburgh is very tight and compact. The city features 151 high-rise buildings (the tallest being U.S. Steel Tower at 841ft), 446 bridges (which is why Pittsburgh is often referred to as “The City of Bridges” and actually has three bridges more than Venice, Italy), two inclined railways, and a prerevolutionary fortification. The Cultural District comprises a 14-block area of downtown along the Allegheny River. It is packed with theaters and arts venues, and is seeing a growing residential segment. Most significantly, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is embarking on Riverpark, a 4-block mixed-use “green” community, featuring 700 residential units and multiple towers between 20–30 stories. The Firstside portion of downtown borders the Monongahela River and the historic Mon Wharf and is home to the distinctive PPG Place Gothic glass skyscraper complex. This area is also seeing a growing residential
sector, as new condo towers are constructed and historic office towers are converted to residential use. It is also home to Point Park University, The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, a Robert Morris University branch campus and Duquesne University. The city can be broken down into the Downtown area and four main areas surrounding it. These four surrounding areas are further subdivided into distinct neighborhoods (in total, Pittsburgh contains 90 neighborhoods). These areas, relative to downtown, are known as the North Side/North Shore, South Side/South Hills, East End, and West End.
Transportation
Pittsburgh is within 500 miles of more than half the U.S. population and less than a 90-minute flight from 50% of North America’s population. It’s under 6 hours by car or train to 9 states, D.C. and Canada. The city is served by Pittsburgh International Airport (IATA: PIT) located about 10 miles/25 minutes west of the city. The Airport has been ranked #1 by Condé Nast Traveler for food, shops, comfort, amenities and ambience. The city is also has recently spent $42 million on the historic Grant Street Transportation Center which is serviced by Greyhound Bus Lines and, across the street, Amtrak. Pittsburgh is serviced by Greyhound Bus Lines and Amtrak via the Capitol Limited and the Pennsylvanian at Pennsylvania Station (also known as Union Station). MegaBus (megabus. com) also offers low-cost express bus service from New York City and Philadelphia.
Port Authority of Allegheny County, commonly known as the Port Authority, “PAT” or “PAT Transit”, is the region’s mass transit system. The light rail system, called the T, also winds through Downtown Pittsburgh via a subway with three underground stations and one above-ground station at First Avenue. The subway provides rail service to major destination points and business centers within Downtown Pittsburgh, to Station Square and over to the North Shore.
ECONOMY
While Pittsburgh may be referred to as “The Steel City”, its economy is largely based on healthcare, education, technology, robotics, and financial services. The city has redeveloped abandoned industrial sites with new housing, shopping and offices, such as the Waterfront and the SouthSide Works. While Pittsburgh faced economic troubles in the 1980s as the steel industry waned, modern Pittsburgh is economically strong. The housing market is relatively stable and Pittsburgh added jobs in 2008 even as the national economy entered a significant jobs recession. This story of regeneration was the inspiration for President Barack Obama to personally select Pittsburgh as the host city for the 2009 G-20 Summit. The total annual payroll of the region’s technology industries, when taken in aggregate, exceeds $10.8 billion. In fact, Pittsburgh still maintains its status as a corporate headquarters city, with eight Fortune 500 companies calling the city home (which puts Pittsburgh in a tie for the 8th most Fortune 500 headquarters in the nation) including:
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#123 PNC Financial Services (5th largest bank in U.S.) #190 PPG Industries #211 U.S. Steel #233 H. J. Heinz Company #412 Mylan Laboratories #448 WESCO International #449 CONSOL Energy #466 Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh is also home to Allegheny Technologies, American Eagle Outfitters, Federated Investors, Kennametal, Atlas America, Bayer USA, General Nutrition Center (GNC), CNX Gas (CXG--a subsidiary of Consol Energy), and the operations center of Alcoa. Pittsburgh and the surrounding region serve as the Northeast U.S. regional headquarters for Nova Chemicals, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, FedEx Ground, Ariba, Rand, and BNY Mellon. 84 Lumber, Giant Eagle, Highmark, Rue 21, and GENCO Supply Chain Solutions are major nonpublic companies with headquarters in the region. Education is also a major employer, from primary through magnet schools, specialized professional institutes and highly-ranked universities. The largest employer in the city is the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (50,000 employees) and the University of Pittsburgh (10,700 employees). There are 29 colleges and universities in southwestern Pennsylvania and among Pittsburghers 24-34 years old, 42% have graduated from college and more than 17% have also earned higher graduate or professional degrees, placing Pittsburgh among the top cities for educated young people—behind only Washington, D.C., Boston and San Francisco.
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Arts and Culture
Pittsburgh is quite rich in the arts and culture. The non-profit arts and cultural industry in Allegheny County generates $341 million in economic activity and supports over 10,000 full time equivalent jobs. Among the professional music venues, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs in Heinz Hall, and the Pittsburgh Opera performs in the Benedum Center. Additionally the National Negro Opera Company was founded in Pittsburgh, and was the first all African-American opera company in the United States. Pittsburgh museums include the Andy Warhol Museum, the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Frick Art & Historical Center, Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, the Mattress Factory, and the new, $42 million August Wilson Center for African American Culture, which opened in 2009. The city is also served by the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and the National Aviary. The city also has an extensive library system called the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh’s University Library System, which rank 9th largest (public) and 18th largest (academic) in the nation, respectively Pittsburgh is home to one of several licensed casinos in the state including The Rivers Casino which is located in the North Shore and features over 3,000 slot machines and 86 table games, including a dedicated 24 table poker room.
Sports
Pittsburgh’s dedication to sports has a long history and the city is often referred to as the “City of Champions.” The Pirates are nine-time National
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League Pennant winners and fivetime World Series Champions. The Penguins have won four Eastern Conference championships and three Stanley Cup championships in 1991, 1992, and 2009. The Steelers have sold out every home game since 1972 and won four Super Bowls in a sixyear span in the 1970s, a fifth Super Bowl in 2006, and a league record sixth Super Bowl in 2009. The Steelers are the only NFL team to play in a Super Bowl in every decade of the Super Bowl’s existence. All of Pittsburgh’s major professional sports teams share the same team colors, the official city colors of black and gold. This tradition of solidarity is unique to the city of Pittsburgh. The black-and-gold color scheme has since become widely associated with the city and is immortalized in its famous Terrible Towel.
Pittsburgh by the numbers Pittsburgh often places high in many of the “best of lists” that magazines all over the world put together.
2012
Pittsburgh was named the #1 cheapest last-minute getaway by Hotwire.com. ABC City Guides for Kids has voted Pittsburgh as their #1 family fun destination in their annual list.. Forbes ranked Pittsburgh in the top 20 best places for a working retirement.
2011
National Geographic Traveler chose Pittsburgh as one of the best places in the world to visit, according to the 2012 Best of the World list. US News & World Report named Pittsburgh one of the top five places to retire. Sporting News has ranked Pittsburgh in the top 10 of the best cities for sports. Forbes Magazine ranked Pittsburgh as the 4th best area for working mothers. CNBC named Pittsburgh as the #1 Best City to Relocate to in America. According to Yahoo Real Estate, Pittsburgh is One of America’s Most Underrated Cities. The Mercer ranking lists Pittsburgh as one of The Most Affordable Cities in the World as well as one of the least expensive in the United States. Brookings Institute ranked Pittsburgh in the Top 25 Largest Metro Areas for the Number of “Clean Economy” Jobs. Monster.com ranked Pittsburgh as the Top 10 Hottest Areas for Jobs. Business travelers rated Pittsburgh International Airport the 7th Best U.S. Airport in an annual poll by Conde Nast Traveler magazine. Pittsburgh was named One of the Best Six Cities for Kayaking by National Geographic Traveler. Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh made the Best Children’s Hospital Honor Roll, ranking in the top 10. Idlewild Park and SoakZone, located in Ligonier, was named Best Park for Families by the National Amusement Park Historical Association. The international publication, fDi Magazine’s North American Cities of the Future ranked Pittsburgh as #1 on their list of Large Cities of the Future. Pittsburgh International Airport ranked in the Top 10 Best Airports For Kids by Today.com. TravelandLeisure.com listed Schenley Park as one of America’s Coolest City Parks. Fox Sports rated PNC Park, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates baseball team, as #1 of the Top 10 Ballparks in MLB For the fourth time in four years, Pittsburgh has been named America’s Most Livable City, by the respected Economist Intelligence Unit. Pittsburgh was also the 29th most livable worldwide, being the first U.S. city on that list. CONSOL Energy Center, home of the Pittsburgh Penguins and the first LEED certified National Hockey League arena in the country, was named Best New Major Concert Venue in the U.S.by the Pollstar Industry Awards. Pittsburgh ranks 6th on the Forbes Magazine list of America’s most affordable cities,
2010
Pittsburgh was named the most livable city by Forbes and Yahoo! Forbes also named Pittsburgh the 7th best place to raise a family. Huffington Post named Pittsburgh the 2nd Best City for the Newly Graduated Charity Navigator named Pittsburgh the Most Philanthropic City.
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Pittsburgh by the numbers 2009
Pittsburgh was named most livable city in the United States and 29th most-livable city worldwide by The Economist. It was also named Best Sports City by the Sporting News The 6th Best City for Recycling by Men’s Health. Forbes also ranked Pittsburgh the 7th safest city in terms of violent crime
2008
Forbes.com ranked Pittsburgh 9th Best City for Couples Frommer’s selected Pittsburgh as one of the top 13 travel destinations,
2007
Pittsburgh was ranked number one in the Places Rated Almanac, after placing third in 1989, fifth in 1993, 14th in 1997 and 12th in 2000. Forbes magazine named Pittsburgh the 10th cleanest city in the world.
2005
The Economist ranked Pittsburgh and Cleveland the top most livable cities in the United States, and tied for 26th worldwide. Voters at American Style magazine have named Pittsburgh the Best Arts Destination in the Country among mid-sized cities. Airport Revenue News, a leading trade publication for airport retailing, gave Pittsburgh International Airport top honors in three out of five airport categories among mid-sized airports in the magazine’s prestigious annual Best Concessions Poll. The Airport won Best Concession Program, Most Unique Services and Best Overall Concession Program. Child magazine has ranked the Carnegie Museum of Art number five in the nation and one of the ten best art museums for kids.
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Proposed Host Hotel/Conference Space 2014 Annual World Conference Proposal
Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 2, 2014
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown One Bigelow Square Pittsburgh, PA 15219 www.pittsburghdowntowndoubletree.com Conveniently located downtown between the renowned U.S. Steel Tower and the Consol Energy Center, the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown offers a prime location for sightseeing and entertainment. Walk to the convention center, downtown department stores or the four Carnegie Museums that speckle Steel Town. And with the Steel Plaza Subway Station mere steps away, guests enjoy easy access to ice skating in Market Square, Steelers games and concerts in Point State Park. Whether you prefer perusing history museums, art galleries or boutiques, you will find something enthralling in this thriving metropolis.
Special Rate for Guestrooms $159.00 USD*
*Plus taxes (Sales Tax = 7%, Hotel Occupancy Tax = 7%)
Total = $181.26 USD
Complimentary internet is provided in each guest’s room. The hotel guarantees that the above room rates will be the lowest published rate available during the selected date range. Upgrades to Suites are available. The host hotel is prepared to accommodate any special dietary requirements. These requirements will be included in the registration process.
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TRANSPORTATION to Pittsburgh 2014 Annual World Conference Proposal
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In addition, visitors originating in 20 major U.S. cities can expect to fly less than 90 minutes to arrive in Pittsburgh that makes it an easy trip for more than 70% of the North American population. This includes major international hubs such as Washington Dulles, JFK, Philadelphia, and Charlotte. Airlines servicing Pittsburgh include: Air Canada, Air Tran, American, Continental, Delta, Jet Blue, Midwest, Northwest, Southwest, United, US Airways, USA 3000 Sample airfares to Pittsburgh (based on October 2011 pricing with 30 days advance purchase): Ground transportation from the airport is available by bus by the Port Authority of Allegheny County. It’s the second stop and the quickest way to get from the airport. Cost for a round-trip ticket is $7.50.
Other Traveling Options
International
Toronto, ON, Canada $359 London, United Kingdom $804 Paris, France $912 Mumbai, India $1,084 Tokyo, Japan $1,490 Beijing, China $1,100 Sydney, Australia $2,008 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil $709 Johannesburg, South Africa Based on October 2011-Travel booked 30 days in advance
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More than 8 million travelers utilize the Pittsburgh International Airport each year. The Airport is served by over 12 passenger carriers who make 155 flights a day to 37 non-stop destinations. The airport offers service to the United States, Canada (nonstop to Toronto), Mexico, Caribbean, and Europe. Nonstop transatlantic service to Paris is provided by Delta Air Lines.
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Pittsburgh is serviced by Greyhound Bus Lines and Amtrak via the Capitol Limited and the Pennsylvanian at Pennsylvania Station (also known as Union Station). MegaBus (megabus.com) also offers low-cost express bus service from New York City and Philadelphia. Roundtrip from New York City to Pittsburgh is currently under $50.00, based on September 2012 pricing. The hotel is approximately 5 blocks walking distance from any of these options.
Hotel Parking
There are several parking options available around the hotel. Valet parking with the hotel is available for $18.00 USD per day. In addition, parking is available within walking distance for a less expense rate.
Info on Diversity/Disabled Access/Translation 2014 Annual World Conference Proposal
Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 2, 2014
English is the official language spoken in Pittsburgh. If needed, assistance will be given to those delegates in need of translation and interpretation. We have contacted the Executive Director of the Welcome Center for Immigrants and Internationals who has a multi-lingual staff available to assist as needed. This organization has recently provided services to the G20 and is prepared to work with us as needed. In addition, we have been in touch with several organizations in Pittsburgh that offer services to the disabled including the Center for Hearing & Deaf Services, Sign Language Interpreting Professionals, AKF and Blind & Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh.
Other resources include: Transportation Services
Port Authority of Allegheny County All buses and light rail vehicles are equipped with lifts, ramps and entry ways for persons with disabilities. ACCESS transportation is a door to door shared ride service. Advance reservations required. 412-562-5353, TDD relay 1-800-654-5984
Restaurants
Most (but not all) restaurants in the City are accessible for wheelchair users. Because new restaurants are opening all the time and others close,
it is best to call ahead to inquire about specific accessibility.
Building access
The hotel is full compliance with all ADA guidelines. In addition, all new buildings are required to comply with accessibility guidelines.
Pedestrian access
Pittsburgh residents enjoy sidewalk ramps (also known as “curb cuts”) in every neighborhood. The city’s Public Works department has a 10-year plan for installing audible traffic signals at intersections. Sixty signals are due to be installed each year.
Cultural and recreation venues
All major cultural arts venues have made impressive strides to provide physical access, as well as to accommodate patrons with vision and hearing loss. VisitPittsburgh has taken steps to ensure that tourists with disabilities enjoy their stay in the region and the agency is upgrading its website to make it accessible to people who are blind or have low vision.
Civic leadership
The City-County Task Force on Disabilities was established in 1994. The city has an ADA coordinator, and the county has an office dedicated to disability issues.
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BUDGET
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150 Attendees
200 Attendees
INCOME
EARLY REGISTRATION Member Registration & Payment before 4/30/2014 50% $299 $22,425 $29,900 REGULAR REGISTRATION Member Registration & Payment before 8/31/2014 24% $349 $12,564 $16,752 Non-Member Registration & Payment 1% $499 $749 $998 LATE & ON-SITE REGISTRATION Member Registration & Payhment after 9/1/2014 2% $399 $1,197 $1,596 Community Partner Registration before 8/31/2014 12% $399 $7,182 $9,576 Guests of Attendees 11% $199 $3,284 $4,378 and entertainment. (Working luches are NOT included.) Total Registration 100% $47,400 $63,200 SPONSORSHIP Sponsorship $15,000 $15,000 Vendor Showcase Booth 10 $500 $5,000 $5,000 Total Sponsorship Revenue $20,000 $20,000 ADDITIONAL Montreal Seed Money $1,571 $1,571 Hotel Rebate $10 $3,375 $4,500 Total Additional Revenue $4,946 $6,071 Total Income $72,346 $89,271
EXPENSES
GENERAL Office Supplies $500 $500 Copier $1,000 $1,000 MARKETING Printing & Design $2,000 $2,000 Postage $1,000 $1,000 Photography $300 $300 Advertisements $1,200 $1,200 Signage & Banners $700 $700 CONFERENCE Speaker Honorarium & Travel $15,000 $15,000 AV Equipment Rental $4,000 $4,000 Presentation Aids $500 $500 Interpreter / Translation Equipment / Staff $1,500 $1,500 Transportation $800 $800 PER REGISTATRANT Funds for IP2013 2% $948 $1,264 Thumb Drive $5 $750 $1,000 T-Shirts $4 $600 $800 Delegate Bags/Package $2 $300 $400 Lanyards & Badges $2 $300 $400 Boxed Lunch (THUR) $23 $3,450 $4,600 PM Break (THUR) $15 $2,250 $3,000 Reception Appetizers & Cocktails (THUR) $18 $2,700 $3,600 Continental B-fasts (FRI) $22 $3,300 $4,400 AM Break (FRI) $12 $1,800 $2,400 Buffet Lunch (FRI) $32 $4,800 $6,400 PM Break (FRI) $12 $1,800 $2,400 Dinner (FRI) $70 $10,500 $14,000 Breakfast Voucher (SAT) $10 $1,500 $2,000 Plated Lunch (SAT) $38 $5,700 $7,600 PM Break (SAT) $12 $1,800 $2,400 Plated B-fast (SUN) $18 $2,700 $3,600 TOTAL EXPENSE $73,698 $88,764 NET PROFIT/LOSS $(1,352) $507
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2014 Annual World Conference Proposal 250 Attendees
Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 2, 2014
300 Attendees Notes
$37,375 $44,850 $20,940 $25,128 $1,248 $1,497 $1,995 $2,394 $11,970 $14,364 $5,473 $6,567
This rate is for local organizations to participate in the conference. This would allow guests of the conference attendees access to the breakfasts, dinners
$79,000 $94,800 $15,000 $15,000 $5,000 $5,000 $20,000 $20,000 $1,571 $1,571 Per Montreal’s presentation in Brussels $5,625 $6,750 $10/room night. This is assuming that 50% of attendees room alone and other room with someone. $7,196 $8,321 $106,196 $123,121
$500 $500 General office supplies to support conference. $1,000 $1,000 For conference office. $2,000 $2,000 $1,000 $1,000 2 mailings. 1 post card and 1 conference registration packet. $300 $300 $1,200 $1,200 $700 $700 $15,000 $15,000 $4,000 $4,000 $500 $500 Easels, markers and other presentation equipment for workshops. $1,500 $1,500 Will assess and provide as needed. $800 $800 To off-site events. $1,580 $1,896 2% of total registration revenue. Pittsburgh requires that all conferences are required to have a “green” plan. $1,250 $1,500 Internet will be available in all rooms. Conference materials will be provided on a thumb drive. $1,000 $1,200 $500 $600 $500 $600 $5,750 $6,900 $3,750 $4,500 $4,500 $5,400 This will be held offsite. $5,500 $6,600 $3,000 $3,600 $8,000 $9,600 $3,000 $3,600 $17,500 $21,000 This could be held offsite. $2,500 $3,000 $10 voucher to used for room service or hotel property restaurants/coffee bars. $9,500 $11,400 $3,000 $3,600 $4,500 $5,400 $103,830 $118,896 $2,366 $4,225
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Proposed Schedule
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Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 2, 2014
We have tentatively reserved eight break-out rooms, a board conference room, a large plenary room, and a dedicated office that will allow for an abundance of workshops and sessions on relevant topics. In addition the DoubleTree Hotel has plenty of additional available space as needed. As the host, we will be reaching out to International and National LGBT service organizations to bring the brightest and most inspiring minds to this conference. We will demonstrate to them that this is THE conference to be a part of to reach out and motivate the people who plan their local Pride events. We have planned for the required conference orientation and plan on creating a mentorship program for new members that will be attending the AGM. We will also host a scholarship reception as required by the bid documents. While it is always hard to predict what the relevant topics will be two years in advance, Pittsburgh is prepared to develop an online survey, participate and attend five regional conferences, and work with the leadership of InterPride to develop a diverse array of educational and informative workshops. We also will seek dynamic speakers to open and close the conference.
Possible topics could include: Developing a business plan for your Pride event Leadership training Legal issues for non-profit organizations Keep your enemies close – changing foe to friend when dealing with community members How to create a zero-waste Pride Event Thinking outside the box – Marketing not just to the LGBT community Budgeting for Pride Using technology to help manage your Pride. Inclusive Pride organizing – Working with Black & Latino Pride Organizations Make the investment – Hiring staff for your Pride How to reach and manage volunteers Protect your identity - Trademarks and Servicemarks Developing sponsors – give something to get something Building small Prides Panel Discussions Round-table discussions
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We will work with our local restaurants, bars and nightclubs to ensure that the entire International LGBT delegation is welcomed with open arms. We hope to secure discounts and coupons for such restaurants, bars and nightclubs.
Thursday Night Event
Cocktails & hors d’oeurves at the Herforth/Karlovich Party Palace Delta Foundation Board Members Steve Herforth and Peter Karlovich’s home on Mt. Washington provides a perfect setting for an evening of cocktails and hors d’oeurves. The 10,400-square-foot, 4-bedroom home, which was designed by Pittsburgh architect Paul Smith, features a workout room with sauna, an elegant, all-wood wine room, a dance floor (complete with disco ball), and state-of-the-art sound system and lighting. Outdoors in the courtyard relax by (or in!) the infinity pool and hot tub surrounded by in-ground fire pits all while enjoying one of the most spectacular and panoramic views of downtown Pittsburgh
Friday Night Event
Themed Dinner We will be holding a themed dinner event at an off-site venue that is TBD. We would work to ensure that a bountiful meal be offered as well as a full bar. We would work with a national talent firm to secure a well-known entertainer to perform during the evening.
Saturday Night Event
We will work with our partners including the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Drusky Productions, Pittsburgh Public Theatre, the Pittsburgh CLO, the August Wilson Center for African American Culture, and Promo West to secure a national act during the conference. This event will be a little more casual in nature but a great way to spend your final evening in Pittsburgh with old and new friends.
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from PFLAG PFLAG-Pittsburgh
Parents, Friends and Family of Lesbians and Gays P.O. Box 5406 Pittsburgh, PA 15206
International Association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Pride Coordinators c/o Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh PO Box 100057 Pittsburgh, PA 15233-0057 Dear InterPride Membership: PFLAG Pittsburgh enthusiastically supports the Delta Foundation of Pittsburghâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effort to bring the 2014 InterPride Annual World Meeting to Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Chapter of PFLAG started in 1989 and is one of over 500 chapters that function under the umbrella of PFLAG National. We have approximately 40-50 people meeting monthly to share the challenges and feelings surrounding the relationships GLBTQ people have with their families and the struggles of coming out. Our Pittsburgh Chapter is quite active with the Delta Foundation and has participated in many Pittsburgh Pride events over the years. We Pittsburghers are known for our hospitality and enjoy nothing more than showing off the many positive attributes of our most livable city. We would welcome the opportunity for your membership to come to Pittsburgh and learn what a wonderfully welcoming and accepting city that we have. Sincerely, Mike Fazzini, Immediate Past President, PFLAG Pittsburgh
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4920 Penn Avenue * Pittsburgh, PA 15224 * www.gayforgood.org
International Association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Pride Coordinators (InterPride) c/o Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh PO Box 100057 Pittsburgh, PA 15233-0057 August 3, 2012 Dear InterPride Membership: Gay For Good: Pittsburgh fully supports the Delta Foundation of PittsburghĘźs effort to host the 2014 InterPride Annual World Meeting. Gay For Good aims to energize and mobilize the LGBT community to interact with your cities community by volunteering our time to various social welfare and environmental service projects. Each month we choose a different non-profit to work with. Our goal is to support goodwill and understanding between the LGBT and other communities through regular collaborative volunteer service projects. The Pittsburgh chapter of Gay For Good was founded in July 2011 and in the past year we have worked with 15 local non-profits and clocked over 2,500 volunteer hours. We are very proud of Pittsburgh and the work we have done so far. Gay For Good: Pittsburgh would be pleased to offer any support to the 2014 InterPride Annual World Meeting in Pittsburgh, including providing volunteers. Sincerely, Jared Pascoe co-founder â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gay For Good: Pittsburgh
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Recap of costs to Attendees
October 29-November 2 2014
Registration Member Early Bird
$299
Regular
$349
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Non-Member $499 Includes 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 snack breaks, 1 cocktail party/reception, 1 gala dinner. Hotel
$159/night ($181.26 with tax)
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