coastpride
Support groups
The challenges faced by LGBTQ+ folks in general can be magnified in a rural setting. Our programs, which build on strengths and resources available in the community, are designed to increase the sense of inclusion and visibility of coastside youth, their families, and allies.
Dates that fall on holidays will be rescheduled. Please check the calendar.
Attendees under 18 will need to fill out an intake form at their first group session. If possible, for attendees under 18, please provide a permission form signed by a parent or guardian prior to the youth’s first group session. Email the completed form to
HMB teen peer support group
This group is a drop-in peer support group space to all LGBTQ+ youth ages 14–18. Topics will generally include navigating LGBTQ+ identities, school and extracurriculars, friends and social situations, and other topics. The group is a safe and confidential place to hang out, share experiences, and find community in a welcoming environment.
Held at CoastPride Center, 711 Main St., HMB
Attendees will need to complete the signup form using link below before joining the group.
HMB LGBTQ+ Youth social group
This group is a drop-in social space for all LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–18. After a group check in with facilitators, youth are able to engage in activities, hang out with new and old friends, and utilize the CoastPride pantry.
Held at CoastPride Center, 711 Main St., HMB
Attendees will need to complete the signup form using link below before joining the group.
LGBTQ+ Alumni Group
This group is a drop-in peer support group space to young people ages 18–25. Topics will generally include navigating life change in career/academics, LGBTQ+ identities, friends and social situations, and other topics. The group is a safe and confidential place to hang out, share experiences, and find community in a welcoming environment.
Held at CoastPride Center and on Zoom. Email
Attendees will need to complete the signup form using link below before joining the group.
pacifica teens group
parent/caregiver group
This group, open to coastside parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth and adults, provides an opportunity to share stories and resources, foster inclusivity, awareness, and kindness, and learn more about supporting our LGBTQ+ community and families.
Peer-led by parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth. Please register using link below prior to attending.
Meetings are held at the Center and on Zoom. For more information or the meeting link, email
agin’ well
Agin’ Well provides social, active and informational monthly activities for our LGBTQ+ community members ages 55+.
The Half Moon Bay Group meets on the last Wednesday of the month from 11:30 am – 1 pm at the CoastPride Center in Half Moon Bay.
The Pacifica Group meets on the 2nd Monday of the month from 5:30 – 7 pm at the Pacifica Community Center.
Attendees will need to complete this signup form before joining the group, or may complete a physical form on-site. For more information, reach out to
trans and intersex adults support group
A supportive social space for trans* and intersex adults ages 18+.
Trans* = trans man, trans woman, non-binary, gender expansive, gender-queer, and anyone else who is not cisgendered or exists outside of the binary identities of man/woman. Folks who are questioning their gender identity are welcome.
Held at CoastPride Center and on Zoom. For more information or the meeting link, email
Please use the link below to register prior to attending.
Every Monday, 4 – 5:30 pm
This group is a drop-in peer support group space to all LGBTQ+ youth ages 14–18. Topics will generally include navigating LGBTQ+ identities, school and extracurriculars, friends and social situations, and other topics. The group is a safe and confidential place to hang out, share experiences, and find community in a welcoming environment.
Held at CoastPride Center, 711 Main St., HMB
Attendees will need to complete the signup form using link below before joining the group.
Every Wednesday, 3:30 – 5 pm
This group is a drop-in social space for all LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–18. After a group check in with facilitators, youth are able to engage in activities, hang out with new and old friends, and utilize the CoastPride pantry.
Held at CoastPride Center, 711 Main St., HMB
Attendees will need to complete the signup form using link below before joining the group.
This group is a drop-in peer support group space to young people ages 18–25. Topics will generally include navigating life change in career/academics, LGBTQ+ identities, friends and social situations, and other topics. The group is a safe and confidential place to hang out, share experiences, and find community in a welcoming environment.
Held at CoastPride Center and on Zoom. Email
Attendees will need to complete the signup form using link below before joining the group.
Fourth Tuesdays, 6 – 8 pm
This group, open to coastside parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth and adults, provides an opportunity to share stories and resources, foster inclusivity, awareness, and kindness, and learn more about supporting our LGBTQ+ community and families.
Peer-led by parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth. Please register using the link below prior to attending.
Meetings are held at the Center and on Zoom. For more information or the meeting link, email
Agin’ Well provides social, active and informational monthly activities for our LGBTQ+ community members ages 55+.
The Half Moon Bay Group meets on the last Wednesday of the month from 11:30 am – 1 pm at the CoastPride Center in Half Moon Bay.
The Pacifica Group meets on the 2nd Monday of the month from 5:30 – 7 pm at the Pacifica Community Center.
Attendees will need to complete this signup form before joining the group, or may complete a physical form on-site. For more information, reach out to
Every Wednesday, 6 – 7:30 pm
A supportive social space for trans* and intersex adults ages 18+.
Trans* = trans man, trans woman, non-binary, gender expansive, gender-queer, and anyone else who is not cisgendered or exists outside of the binary identities of man/woman. Folks who are questioning their gender identity are welcome.
Held at CoastPride Center and on Zoom. For more information or the meeting link, email
Please use the link below to register prior to attending.
“It’s complex trying to parent an LGBTQ youth. You have logistics of the kid’s actual journey, which are complex in themselves. Then you have a whole set of feelings about who you are as a family and what you thought you were going to have as a life path. Whether it’s coping with logistics or with feelings, it’s extraordinarily helpful to have a peer group to share ideas with, to vent, or just to connect with others on the same journey. More than that, it’s important to have a forum to talk about my own feelings about my LGBTQ youth. I’ve found all of those things through the parent/caregiver program. It’s really helped!”
“My husband and I were excited to learn about the CoastPride Agin’ Well group, because the LGTBQ community on the coast is smaller (despite the proximity to San Francisco), and the pandemic interfered with nearly all social contact for 3 years. Since beginning to attend the gatherings and events, we’ve met a vibrant and interesting local community and established new friendships. We have enjoyed the prior events and look forward to many more in the future. Thanks for organizing and rallying the coastal LGBTQ community!”
