GET INVOLVED WITH HAIRPINS

Hairpins is built by community — not just attended by it. Whether you want to show up, support behind the scenes, share your work, or help sustain queer spaces where they don’t exist, there’s a way to get involved.

DONATE

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DONATE 〜

WHO IT’S FOR

Anyone who believes queer women, trans and non-binary, and gender-diverse people deserve safe, joyful spaces — especially in places where those spaces are rare or disappearing.

WHAT IT SUPPORTS

Donations help Hairpins:

  • Keep events accessible

  • Pay queer DJs, artists, and collaborators fairly

  • Support our community fund (with a focus on trans community members)

  • Build long-term infrastructure so Hairpins can last

3% Cover the Fee

ATTEND

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ATTEND 〜

WHO IT’S FOR

Anyone looking for queer-femme-centered space, connection, and joy — whether it’s your first event or your tenth.

WHAT YOU DO

  • Buy a ticket/RSVP

  • Show up as you are

Attending is the easiest and most important way to support Hairpins!

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SPONSOR

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SPONSOR 〜

WHO IT’S FOR

Organizations, businesses, foundations, institutions, and individuals that believe in supporting queer women, trans, and non-binary communities in meaningful, visible ways — especially in places where dedicated spaces are limited or disappearing.

This is for partners who value:

  • community impact

  • long-term relationships

  • supporting culture, safety, and access

WHAT IT SUPPORTS

Sponsorships help Hairpins:

  • produce accessible, high-quality events

  • pay queer DJs, artists, speakers, and collaborators fairly

  • fund educational and community programming

  • expand into new cities responsibly

  • sustain the infrastructure that makes this work possible

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Depending on the partnership, sponsors may receive:

  • meaningful visibility with engaged queer audiences

  • alignment with a trusted, community-led brand

  • on-site presence at select events

  • acknowledgment across Hairpins platforms

  • opportunities for deeper collaboration (panels, programming, education)

OUR APPROACH

Hairpins does not offer generic sponsorship packages.

We work with partners to create custom, values-aligned sponsorships that make sense for both sides — and for the community we serve.

Interested in sponsoring the Dropping Hairpins Project?
Email Viktoria Capek at: viktoria@droppinghairpins.com

LEAD

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LEAD 〜

BECOME A CITY MANAGER

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  • Queer community leaders with event, organizing, or operations experience who want to help throw Hairpins pop-ups in their city.

    This role is for people who:

    • are active in their local queer community

    • have experience with events, organizing, or facilitation

    • can communicate clearly, follow systems, and lead calmly

    • understand that community safety, consistency, and trust matter more than hype

  • City Managers act as Hairpins’ on-the-ground lead in their city. Responsibilities may include:

    • sourcing and maintaining venue relationships

    • coordinating DJs, hosts, and volunteers (with guidance)

    • supporting local promotion and turnout

    • upholding Hairpins’ values, safety standards, and event quality

    • serving as a host and point of contact during events

    Hairpins provides structure, branding, systems, and centralized support to all city managers.

    • 10% of net ticket profit from events you directly manage

    • Complimentary entry to Hairpins events you attend but are not working

  • City Managers are carefully vetted to protect the integrity of Hairpins and the communities we serve.

    The process includes:

    • an interest form

    • a review of experience and alignment

    • a conversation with the Hairpins team

    Submitting interest does not guarantee selection. We prioritize fit, trust, and sustainability over speed.

Interested in leading Hairpins in your city?

City Manager Interest Form

SERVE

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SERVE 〜

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VOLUNTEER

This path is for those who want to support events hands-on and help create welcoming and grounded experiences.

Examples of volunteer roles:

  • Guest welcome and check-in

  • Event setup and breakdown

  • Helping attendees navigate the space or find resources if needed

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OFFER EXPERTISE

This path is for folks interested in contributing to Hairpins’ educational, cultural, or discussion-based programming.

This may include:

  • Speaking on panels

  • Leading or participating in talks or workshops

  • Sharing expertise in areas such as queer health, history, art, organizing, education, or community care

  • Occasional facilitation or moderation (with guidance)

We curate speakers and contributors carefully to ensure programs are thoughtful, accessible, and aligned with our community.

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PROVIDE RESOURCES

This path is for queer-owned and values-aligned vendors, makers, artists, and service providers who want to contribute to the Hairpins ecosystem.

This may include:

  • Event vendors (art, goods, etc.)

  • Community resource tables

  • Local partners supporting specific programs or events

Vendor and resource participation is curated to support the local queer ecosystem and prioritize resources that meaningfully serve our community.

Serving with Hairpins supports events and programming, but does not include leadership or decision-making responsibilities. All service roles require an interest form and review process to ensure alignment and care.

Submitting interest does not guarantee selection. We prioritize fit, trust, and sustainability over speed.

SERVE WITH HAIRPINS

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Want to get involved, but you’re unsure which path is the right fit? Reach out and we’ll point you in the right direction!

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