Protecting the History, Meaning, and Future of the Rainbow Pride Flag
THE GILBERT BAKER FOUNDATION
The official page for Gilbert Baker, creator of the LGBTQ Rainbow Flag.Â
Save the Rainbow Flag
The Rainbow Flag has been banned in over 60 towns and school districts. We partnered with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to fight back against this wave of hate. Track our progress here!
Rainbow 50
As we approach the momentous 50th Anniversary of the Rainbow Flag in 2028, we look forward to crafting inspiring events that not only celebrate its legacy but also amplify our dedication to fostering equality and acceptance in every community.
Gilbert Baker Television
Award-Winning Excellence in Activism
The official foundation of gilbert baker
World-famous political activist, designer and flag-maker Gilbert Baker (1951-2017) created the Rainbow Flag in 1978. Over the next four decades, his creation would become embraced across the world as the universal symbol of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) movement.
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Rainbow Flag Color Meanings
The History Of the Rainbow Flag
From ancient cave paintings to the American Revolution, discover how the rainbow and this flag have evolved over time.
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Flag in the Map
Discover this extraordinary collection of Rainbow Flag stories from across the globe.
In Their Own Voices
Performance, Protest & Politics
About The Gilbert Baker foundation
Founded in 2019 to carry on the life and legacy of Gilbert Baker, the Gilbert Baker Foundation is the world leader in education, exhibitions and acitivism centered on the Rainbow Flag.