Two Pride groups are part of CoDE — Small Town Pride – CT, serving Hebron, Marlborough, Andover and Columbia, and East Hampton CT Pride.
Small Town Pride – CT was formed in 2022 by Nickie and Grace Collins to make sure that members of the LGBTQ+ community, especially kids and teens, have a place to feel safe and supported.
Founded June 4, 2021, East Hampton CT Pride exists as a safe and accepting community for East Hampton CT LGBTQ+ residents and allies to stand unified in opposition against hate and intolerance by celebrating Pride in our hometown.
Small Town Pride became part of CoDE in December 2023, and East Hampton Pride became part of CoDE in December 2024. The missions are in alignment and the decision to unite was unanimously approved by CoDE Board of Directors. The groups maintain their identity, social media presence, and plan their programming, with administrative, marketing and program planning support from CoDE.
East Hampton CT Pride
East Hampton Pride was on founded June 4, 2021 by Stephanie Heine. East Hampton Pride exists as a safe and accepting community for East Hampton CT LGBTQ+ residents and allies to stand unified in opposition against hate and intolerance by celebrating Pride in our hometown.
East Hampton has hosted successful events such as an annual Pride Stroll, viewing of the documentary Will & Harper, and True to be You photo project.
For more information, visit www.easthamptonpride.com.
