PRIDE & POWER

Get to Know Our Crew

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    Tom Wheeler

    (He/him) | President

    Tom is co-founder and owner of HomeFound Boise, Idaho’s #1 LGBTQ+ owned and operated real estate team. Tom is the President and co-founder of Canyon County Pride, which started as a result of his passion to elevate and celebrate the diversity throughout Idaho. Tom is featured in the Washington Post, Inman News, and Realtor Magazine as a 30 Under 30 Class of 2024. Most recently, Tom is the recipient of the Drew Griffin Beacon of Light award for outstanding community involvement.

    Oversee board operations and provide leadership. The primary representative of the board. Speak/Engage Press and media. Generate sponsorship and donation efforts.

  • Van Knapp

    (She/they) | Vice President

    Van is a passionate community leader, event organizer, and advocate dedicated to creating inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals in Canyon County. As a founder of CCP Van has played a vital role in bringing together thousands of people to celebrate diversity, foster connections, and uplift the local queer community.

    With a strong background in community building and a service oriented career, Van was able to cultivate relationships with local business partners and individuals as well as multiple marketing efforts that have helped Canyon County Pride grow into a thriving annual event. Their expertise ensures that each Pride celebration is impactful, engaging, and accessible to ALL.

    Beyond Pride, Van is committed to building long-term support networks for LGBTQ+ individuals and advocating for spaces where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered.

    Support the President, particularly with creative and community engagement areas like entertainment, interactive art, run of show and organization of programming. Additionally, supporting Community Outreach with merch, and influencing positive and inclusive culture and design.

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    Amanda Bladt

    (She/they) | Treasurer

    Passionate and always in motion, Amanda brings years of experience as a licensed social worker, nonprofit trailblazer, and grassroots activist to the table. With a career shaped by advocacy, care, and a knack for flipping the status quo, they’ve organized from the heart and led with a fierce commitment to human rights. Whether in the boardroom or on the ground, Amanda is a dynamic force for change, empowering communities and creating space for voices that refuse to be silenced.

    Oversee and support budget and finances.  Oversee safety & volunteer coordination. Community partner liaison. Community engagement & support.