Celebrate 15 Years of SisTers PGH

Join us in celebrating 15 years of SisTers PGH’s unwavering dedication to supporting, advocating, and empowering Pittsburgh’s TLBGQ+ community, with a focus on Black, Brown, and Indigenous trans individuals. As a Black trans-led nonprofit, SisTers PGH has remained at the forefront of transformative work that directly uplifts and sustains our community.

This year, we’re commemorating our anniversary with a two-day celebration of legacy, joy, and community power:

- Community Day – Friday, June 20, 2025
An outdoor festival with music, food, resources, and community vendors in downtown Pittsburgh.

- 15-Year Anniversary Masquerade Gala & Awards Ceremony – Saturday, June 21, 2025
A formal evening of inspiration, elegance, and radical love at The Maverick in East Liberty.

We are honored to welcome Hope Giselle as our 2025 Keynote Speaker—a nationally recognized Black trans author, activist, and founder of AllowMe, a leadership and development platform for LGBTQ+ youth of color. With over a decade of experience shaping national dialogue and policy around trans justice, Hope’s voice is one of the most powerful in today’s movement.
Watch her keynote announcement here:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIPUiPUyuud/?igsh=MTB4aTlha3Y0d2tpdg==

GALA DETAILS

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Venue: The Maverick, East Liberty, Pittsburgh

Event Highlights:

- Keynote speech by Hope Giselle
- Signature cocktails & live music
- Catered dinner experience
- 15-year retrospective video presentation
- Statewide Trans Community Awards Ceremony
- Masquerade attire encouraged—formal gowns, tuxedos, and masks welcome

Ticket Pricing:

- General Admission: $75 (includes dinner + 2 drink tickets)
- VIP Admission: $150 (includes reserved seating, complimentary drinks, and a special gift)
- Complimentary tickets available for invited guests

SPONSORS & VENDORS – READ THIS CAREFULLY

If you are sponsoring either Community Day & the Gala, or registering as a vendor for Community Day, you must complete this separate form:
Sponsor & Vendor Registration Form: https://forms.gle/bo7gP4NjYZ38yysRA

SPONSOR PAYMENT OPTIONS:

1. Pay online via this Givebutter page. Sponsors can make a secure payment directly on this site.

2. Mail a check or money order.
Make it payable to: Sisters PGH
Mail to:
Sisters PGH
213 Smithfield Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Make sure it is:
- Addressed to Sisters PGH
- Clearly marked as a sponsorship donation
- Includes your organization name (if applicable)

Yes—we need both your payment and your registration form. Don’t skip the form!

Traveling from out of town?

We’ve partnered with Hotel Indigo for discounted hotel rates:
https://www.hotelindigo.com/redirect?path=hd&brandCode=IN&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=PITHB&_PMID=99801505&GPC=SPG&cn=no&viewfullsite=true

Parking:

Free onsite parking is available at The Maverick—arrive early to secure your spot.

Full event details: https://www.sisterspgh.org/sisters-15-year-gala

Questions? Contact: ciora.thomas@sisterspgh.org

Event Highlights:

Red Carpet Welcome: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Welcome Reception: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while mingling with fellow attendees.

Opening Ceremony: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Hear inspiring remarks from our founder and special guest speakers.

Live Performances: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Enjoy dazzling performances by LGBTQ+ artists and musicians.

Silent Auction: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Bid on unique items and experiences generously donated by local businesses and artists.

Dinner and Keynote Speech: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Savor a gourmet meal while listening to an inspiring keynote address from a prominent LGBTQ+ advocate.

Award Ceremony: 9:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Recognizing outstanding contributions to the LGBTQ+ community.

Sponsorship Tiers (CLICK HERE FOR SPONSORSHIP REQUEST LETTER)

Luminary Sponsor - $20,000

Title sponsorship of both the Gala and People’s Pride in the Street (e.g., “Presented by [Sponsor Name]”).

Exclusive branding on all event materials, including invitations, programs, banners, and digital promotions for both events.

Prime speaking opportunity at both events.

Double-page spread in the event program.

Exclusive VIP table for 12 guests at the Gala, with complimentary drinks and gifts.

Dedicated sponsor booth at People’s Pride in the Street.

Logo prominently displayed on stage during both events.

Individualized post-event press release feature and social media campaign.

Recognition on the Sisters PGH website as a major sponsor for 12 months.

Opportunity to include promotional materials in event gift bags.

Stonewall Sponsor - $10,000

Co-title sponsorship of the Gala and People’s Pride in the Street.

Premium logo placement on all event materials, including invitations, programs, and digital promotions.

Speaking opportunity during the Gala.

Full-page ad in the event program.

VIP table for 10 guests at the Gala, with complimentary drinks and gifts.

Logo prominently displayed on stage at both events.

Mention in post-event press releases and social media campaigns.

Recognition on the Sisters PGH website as a sponsor for 12 months.

Opportunity to include promotional materials in event gift bags.

Griot Sponsor - $5,000

Title sponsorship of the event.

Prominent logo placement on all event materials, including invitations, programs, banners, and digital promotions.

Speaking opportunity during the event.

Full-page advertisement in the event program.

Exclusive VIP table for 8 guests with complimentary drinks and special gifts.

Logo displayed on stage during the event.

Dedicated feature in a post-event press release and social media mentions.

Recognition on the Sisters PGH website as a major sponsor for 12 months.

Opportunity to include promotional materials in event gift bags.

Legacy Sponsor - $2,500

Logo placement on all event materials, including invitations, programs, and digital promotions.

Half-page advertisement in the event program.

Reserved table for 6 guests with complimentary drinks.

Logo displayed on stage during the event.

Mention in post-event press releases and social media.

Recognition on the Sisters PGH website as a sponsor for 6 months.

Opportunity to include promotional materials in event gift bags.

Visionary Sponsor - $1,000

Logo placement on select event materials, including the program and digital promotions.

Quarter-page advertisement in the event program.

Reserved seating for 4 guests.

Logo included in event slideshows or displays.

Mention in post-event social media.

Recognition on the Sisters PGH website as a sponsor for 3 months.

Opportunity to include promotional materials in event gift bags.

Community Sponsor - $500

Logo placement in the event program.

Reserved seating for 2 guests.

Logo included in event slideshows or displays.

Mention in post-event social media.

Recognition on the Sisters PGH website as a sponsor for 1 month.

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities:

Tabling Opportunity for Community Day June 20th 2024 - $200

Table space at the event to promote your business or organization.

Inclusion in the event program as a participating organization.

Mention in post-event social media.

SisTers PGH 15th Year Anniversary Gala & Awards Ceremony

SisTers PGH 15th Year Anniversary Gala & Awards Ceremony