Seattle’s premier Pride dinner recognizes the impact we create together, and honors those leading the way forward.
Brandi Carlile & Catherine Shepherd
Loretta Douglas
Patti Hearn
Conner Gallagher & Joe Loeffler
Sheila & Russell Nishimoto
Patti Rakoci & Meagan Rakoci-McDonald
Joshua Cooper
Angela Dunleavy
Sarah Hurt
Chris Medlin
Tim Pfeiffer
Bella Thorne
Michael Woody & Kevin Smith
Margaret Cho
Tom Douglas
Steve Hoedemaker
Prema Krishnan
Michael Painter, JD, MD & Edward Walker
Jean Smart
brad goreski
HOST
chris olsen
HONOREE
macy gray
laverne cox
HONOREE
miz cracker
DRAG HEADLINER
SPECIAL PERFORMANCE
jake shears
SPECIAL PERFORMANCE
inside the event
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026 | 6 PM
THE SANCTUARY | DOWNTOWN SEATTLE
Lifelong is proud to unveil a new way to celebrate Pride in the region with the Pride Gala: An Evening for Equality. Seattle’s only Pride dinner recognizes the impact we create together, and honors those leading the way forward. At Lifelong’s Pride Gala, we unite the Seattle community to advance equity and inclusion.
This distinct gala features high‑voltage performances by top artists, a festive cocktail hour, a chef‑crafted seated dinner, and exclusive luxury items available through live auction. More than a celebration, the Pride Gala uplifts Lifelong’s mission and the communities we serve—making it a night to remember.
honorary committee
Brandi Carlile & Catherine Shepherd
Margaret Cho
Angela Dunleavy
Patti Hearn
Sarah Hurt
Conner Gallagher & Joe Loeffler
Prema Krishnan
Sheila & Russell Nishimoto
Michael Painter, JD, MD & Edward Walker
Patti Rakoci & Meagan Rakoci-McDonald
Jean Smart
Bella Thorne
Michael Woddy & Kevin Smith
seattle's premier pride dinner
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BENEFICIARIES
about lifelong
Lifelong is a community health organization on a mission to make health and food accessible to all. We stand up for communities facing illness and injustice, guided by the belief that everyone deserves the chance to live their healthiest life. Lifelong was founded in 1983 as grassroots, community organization fighting for those living with HIV. Today, we continue that fight, and we use our experience and determination to help others as we work to provide critical access to lifesaving medications and healthcare, stable housing, independent living, and food and nutrition.
BENEFICIARIES
seattle pride’s
youth programs
Lifelong is proud to include Seattle Pride’s Youth Programs as a beneficiary of the 2026 Pride Gala. Seattle Pride is committed to expanding our community reach as we celebrate equity and inclusion together.
live art auction preview
At Pride Gala: An Evening for Equality, guests will experience a dynamic live art auction celebrating creativity, authenticity, and the power of self‑expression. Curated by Seattle Art Source, the auction features a thoughtfully selected range of contemporary works by local and queer artists, alongside nationally recognized artists whose work resonates across culture and community.
Each piece reflects the spirit of Pride and the transformative role art plays in inspiring connection, visibility, and change. Guests will bid live during the gala on these exceptional works, with all proceeds supporting Lifelong’s mission and Seattle Pride’s Impact Fund, advancing equity, health, and belonging for LGBTQ+ communities.
For information about absentee bidding, please contact pridegala@lifelong.org
