About Macomb County Pride
Mission Statement
Macomb County Pride has a mission to create a supportive environment for the LGBTQ+ community and to be a resource in Macomb County.
Inclusion Statement
We respect and affirm the dignity of all people and promise to create pathways for inclusivity and support opportunities for all. We are focused on fostering a vibrant culture where everyone is respected and has a sense of belonging.
Apply to be on the Board of Directors
We need your help! Macomb County Pride is recruiting new folks to join our Board of Directors. We are seeking people ready to lend some hands-on help to our governance and programs. Think this is you? Know someone who might be a good fit? Apply today or share!
What we’re looking for:
– LGBTQIA+ identifying or with a passion for supporting this community
– Experience working with nonprofits (in the LGBTQIA+ community or other areas, particularly human-service organizations)
– A desire to help a grass-roots, volunteer-led organization grow to continue helping our community
– A few hours to commit each month for meetings and program production
We strongly encourage members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of color, accountants and lawyers to apply! Board service is on a volunteer basis, and not all who apply will be selected to serve. Please email any questions to info@macombcountypride.com
Our Board
Carrie Gilchrist - President
Dr. Carrie Gilchrist is a co-founder of Macomb County Pride and has served on the Board of Directors since its founding in 2019. Carrie is a passionate leader dedicated to LGBTQ+ advocacy., building community, and enhancing partnerships to achieve common goals. She is enthusiastic about building a strong volunteer base for Macomb County Pride by seeking opportunities for volunteer recruitment, community outreach to connect with other organizations who host LGBTQ+ events in the county, and creating an MCP Ambassadors program to further MCP’s representation in the community.
In addition to her work with Macomb County Pride, Dr. Gilchrist works in higher education, promoting access and affordability for students and families. Carrie is also a small business owner and enjoys making custom projects for clients as well as hosting craft parties for clients and their friends. In her spare time she enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, playing with her dog, going to the gym, and spending as much time outdoors as possible in the warm weather months!
Dave Serio - Vice President
Dave Serio (he/him) was born and grew up in Macomb County. By day, he is the Curator of Education at the Arab American National Museum, located in Dearborn, MI. By night, he is a fun-loving, active participant in the Arab, Queer and other communities. He is one of the original board members of Macomb County Pride (MCP) and currently/proudly serves as the Vice President of MCP.
Anonymous - Secretary
Bio coming soon!
Anna Nolan - Director
Anna, born and raised in Yekaterinburg (Russia) has been a resident of Macomb County for over 6 years where she lives with her wife and their two puppies – Lulu and Gigi. Her volunteering journey with MCP began 4 years ago when together with the Board she participated in organizing a few community-focused events. As a sommelier and a co-owner of the neighborhood wine bar Vino & Vibes, Anna is passionate about bringing people together, organizing events, supporting good causes and having a good time while doing so. It was just organic for Anna to join the MCP Board and become a part of the Programming and Events Committee where she thrives doing the things she loves the most – working on events, giving back to the community and making great things happen alongside fellow Board members and volunteers.
Jim Gammicchia - Treasurer
A dedicated career public servant, Jim follows his passions for non-profit and government administration and finance in all he does. Born and raised in Macomb County, Jim enjoys the outdoors and sharing quality time with friends and family.