FM Pride extends the opportunity to the community to nominate a deserving individual to be Grand Marshal for the Pride Parade and Rally. All nominations will be reviewed by the Pride Planning Committee and will be announced once a candidate is selected.
NOMINATION CRITIERA
- Nominee must reside in the Fargo-Moorhead area.
- Nominee must be in good standing in the community.
- Nominee must be at least 14 years of age or older (with parental consent for minors under 18)
- Nominee should be persons who have displayed outstanding service and commitment in the LGBT community through volunteerism or other outstanding achievements.
- Areas of contribution to be considered are social, political, health, child welfare, education & business.
- The grand marshal position shall be limited to one (1) person, unless a family, a couple or a group is selected that shares a common connection relevant to the spirit of the position.
- Nominees should be able and willing to carry out the function of the Grand Marshal for the Pride Parade as well as any media opportunities as needed.
- The nominee cannot be a current member of Pride Planning Committee or be a current board member for the Pride Collective and Community Center. Past committee and board members are exempt – meaning they can be nominated for Grand Marshal.
- Nominations must be received between June 19 – July 7, 2023.