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ABOUT REEL PRIDE

From humble beginnings in a Fresno State classroom, Fresno Reel Pride has evolved into one of the oldest and largest LGBTQ film festivals in the United States

ABOUT US

Every year, it is our goal to bring a wide array of LGBTQ+ cinema and entertainment home to the Central Valley. With new direction, bold new ideas, and a fresh outlook, we’re proud to bring this annual film festival to the community.

OUR MISSION

Fresno Reel Pride's mission is to increase the awareness of the LGBTQIA community through the exhibition of film exploring LGBTQIA themes at an annual film festival. 

Fresno Reel Pride is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 

Meet The BOARD

Fresno Reel Pride’s Board of Directors is an all-volunteer board that governs the overall execution of the Fresno Reel Pride mission. Director responsibilities include oversight of the annual film festival and contribute as the policy, financial, and legal decision-making body for the organization.

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Mark Balanon
Board President

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Rick Riddick
Executive Secretary, 
Festival Director

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Gilbert Navarro
VP, Festival Director

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Ruben Reyes
Executive Treasurer

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Olivia Alison
Media/Marketing Director

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Raquel Busani
Programming Director

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Ray Quenga
Volunteer Director

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Mattie Garcia
Entertainment & Events

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Joshua Dickey
Member-At-Large

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Ellie Bee Escobar
Member-At-Large

Elizabeth Buckley
Member-At-Large

Luis Huerta
Member-At-Large

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Christopher Santos
Member-At-Large

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PO Box 4647, Fresno, CA 93744​

info@reelpride.com

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Fresno Reel Pride is funded in part by the City of Fresno Measure P Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Fund administered by the Fresno Arts Council

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Thanks for submitting!

Inquiries regarding film submissions for possible inclusion in the film festival may be directed to programming@reelpride.com

© 2025 Fresno Reel Pride

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