Palm Springs, CA

This morning, a wave of sadness and frustration has stormed through the Palm Springs Cultural Center. Last night, all seven of their LGBTQ+ flags were ripped down. The flags, symbols of pride and inclusion, were torn from their rightful place, an undeniable message of intolerance.

In response, the Center quickly reported the incident to the Palm Springs Police Department, officially categorizing the crime as a hate crime. Tim Rains, a representative from the Cultural Center, in a heartfelt video shared on their Facebook page what happened.

The Center is now working to strengthen its security measures to prevent such acts of hatred in the future and come up with messages of unity.

Despite the destruction, the Cultural Center remains steadfast in its mission to support the LGBTQ+ community and all who seek a safe haven. Tim is encouraging the community to help fund their replacement by visiting this donation link on their website.

Through this dark moment, the message is clear: Palm Springs will not tolerate hate. The Cultural Center is a place for everyone, and they are committed to ensuring it remains a welcoming space for all.

To donate to the Palm Springs Cultural Center, click here.