Pacific Center for Human Growth  Founded in 1973, Berkeley-based organization dedicated to enhancing the mental health and overall well-being of the LGBTQIA+ and QTBIPOC communities.

Running for a Better Oakland  A non-profit organization that encourages K–12 Oakland students to develop healthy lifestyles through running by providing training and encouragement.

Oakland LGBTQ Community Center  Started in 2017, and dedicated to enhancing and sustaining the well-being of LGBTQ individuals, our families and allies.

Oakland Gay Men’s Chorus  The OGMC gives voice through song to a community where everyone matters.

Oakland Pride  Celebrating the cultures and diversity of the LGBTQ community in Oakland and the East Bay, and dedicated to educating the greater community, promoting equality, civic involvement and responsibility.

Castro Valley Pride  Castro Valley Pride’s purpose is to create a safe and welcoming space for the LGBTQ members of our shared community.

Alameda Pride  Alameda Pride puts on an annual pride celebration in October with multiple events and fundraisers that support community service organizations.

Rainbow Community Center  Building community, equity, and well-being among LGBTQIA+ people and our allies.

Oakland Marathon  Launched in 2010, this event features a half-marathon, 10K, 5K, and kids run, in addition to the full marathon. Experience Oakland’s diversity and beauty with a race that touches all aspects of Oaktown.

Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders  A volunteer-based, nonprofit running club that supports our diverse running community through training, races, social engagement, and outreach.

San Francisco FrontRunners  The founding chapter (1974) of a worldwide network of LGBTQIA+ running and walking clubs, welcoming everyone of all abilities.

BayLands FrontRunners  BayLands is a primarily LGBT running and walking club based in Palo Alto. BayLands wants you to have an enjoyable time in great company.

Oakland Beer Runners  Oakland Beer Runners is for people who want to go on casual runs (2 to 6 miles) and want to connect with people who enjoy running and beer. They are carrying on the legacy of East Bay Beer Runners.

International Front Runners  An affiliation of LGBTQ+ running and walking clubs that have organized in many of the larger cities around the world. There are over 100 Front Runners clubs on five continents.

Federation of Gay Games  Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion through sport and culture. The Gay Games is built upon the core principles of Participation, Inclusion, and Personal Best™. Open to all, young or old, athlete or artist, experienced or novice, gay or straight.

Road Runners Club of America  Championing the development and success of community-based running organizations that empower all people to participate in the sport of running in pursuit of enjoyment, health, well-being and competition.

Brooks Running  Brooks celebrates all who run and all who love. Brooks believes running is the most inclusive sport, which is why they partner with Front Runners, a running club that promotes inclusivity and the LGBTQ+ community.