nice queer pals

“Nice Queer Pals” is a grassroots, volunteer-led nonprofit project providing support and community for queer women and non-binary folks. We organize health and wellness activities in the San Francisco Bay Area, including weekly pickleball on the Peninsula, monthly hikes, and board game nights a couple of times a month in the East Bay. We formerly played basketball weekly, and past events have included a beach day, sports day, camping trip, and queer prom. In 2026 we hosted a pickleball tournament. We also provide engaging online discussions, train people in leadership skills, host a Discord server, and provide a positive space for folks to be themselves. We are fiscally sponsored by the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Hack Club.

All are welcome regardless of location or LGBTQ+ orientation though we focus on those who have, want, or currently identify as a queer woman or non-binary person in the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide a welcoming environment for all, we are supportive and are comprised of trans folks, people of color, people along the asexual spectrum, and low-income individuals. The only requirement is to be nice and supportive to other group members. We make all events free or accessible. The majority of our leadership are women of color and our event attendees reflect this with ~90% people of color (asian, latinx, black, and mixed race).