Who We Are & What We Do

Coloring the Eastern Shore (CES) is a nonprofit organization working to increase visible support and create a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay and the rest of Baldwin County, AL. Our mission is to provide inclusive services and support to LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, while also advocating for equality and acceptance. Through our work, we aim to foster a community where everyone feels respected and valued for who they are.

Our
Story

Get to Know Us

A few years ago, the LGBTQ+ community in Fairhope, AL decided to celebrate Pride by leaving messages of hope, love and support to the community using sidewalk chalk at a local city park. What started with words on the concrete grew into artwork, with a message of love and acceptance woven like a tapestry around a Fairhope walking trail. The chalk grew into a fToday, members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies continue the message during our annual Coloring Fairhope with Pride festival and celebration. This annual June event has grown into the largest Pride celebration festival on Baldwin County’s Eastern Shore and brings together all citizens for an afternoon of community.

Yet, Color Fairhope With Pride (CFWP) is more than just an annual celebration; it’s a powerful statement of unity and allyship for the LGBTQ+ community on the Eastern Shore. It’s a gathering where LGBTQ+ youth and adults can witness the unwavering support that surrounds us year-round. From family activities available throughout the park, live performances on stage, and a generous turnout of vendors representing supportive businesses, organizations, and local projects in the area, CFWP sends a clear message: we are not alone, and we belong here.

Our Mission

CES is dedicated to increasing the visibility of the community in Baldwin County. We want to make sure that no one feels like they are alone. We also want to recognize our allies, so the LGBTQ community knows they are supported outside of our community

LGBTQ Visibility

CES organizes Color Fairhope with Pride, as well as Out in October. These festivals represent some of the largest Pride festivals in Baldwin County, and serve as important events to show support and inclusion through out Baldwin County

Pride festivals

CES wants to engage with everyone here on the Eastern Shore! We participate in a number of different events on the Eastern Shore that help spark positive relationships and friendships between different groups of people

Community Outreach

CES provides resources for members of the LGBTQ community to build a network of support. This includes ompiling lists of LGBTQ-afffirming churches, doctors, joobs, businesses and volunteer opportunities

Community Support

Our
Politics

Coloring the Eastern Shore is a 501(c3) nonprofit, and does not participate or engage in promoting a particular political party or candidate. As an organization, we support legislation and laws that do not discriminate against the LGBTQ community, nor attack or reduce our rights as citizens or individuals

We understand that, within the LGBTQ community, political beliefs are as unique as each individual. We ask that you engage with us with a spirit of inclusiveness and understanding, and that supporting and building a strong LGBTQ community can transcend our own political differences

Our Organization

Coloring the Eastern Shore is made up of a huge number of people, all doing a part to raise the visibility of the LGBTQ community on the Eastern Shore. Contact us to see where you fit in!

Executive Board

Our Executive Board is made up of the Coordinating Officer, Adminstrative Officer, Records Officer and Financial Officer. They are responsible for the organizational integrtiy of CES, as well as executing our mission

Donors and Business

These are individuals and bsinesses here on the Eastern Shore that partner with CES to provide donations and support to CES, as well as maintain a high level of support for the LGBTQ community

Volunteers

CES could not operate without the help and support of the volunteers that work towards our mission! These volunteers help table events, organize and work during our festivals, as well as maintain the website and social media of CES