Pridesource.com. ‘Our Community Is Resilient’: Facing Some Challenges, Michigan Leans into Grassroots Support for Pride 2025
As Pride season approaches across Michigan, organizers are demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of mounting challenges. From funding concerns to political headwinds, Pride festivals throughout the state — from small rural celebrations to major urban events — are navigating a complex landscape while staying true to their core missions of celebration, community and visibility.”We’re dealing with the real, daily impacts of these anti-LGBTQ+ efforts coming from Washington and Michigan’s conservative leadership,” explains Jazz McKinney, executive director of Grand Rapids Pride Center. “Whether it’s people worried about their rights, mental health concerns or just trying to feel safe in their own communities, that takes priority.”