Hull Pride is an LGBTQIA+ non-profit 501(c)(3) community organization based in Hull, Massachusetts. Our stated mission is “to strengthen local community connections through events and outreach that promote diversity, acceptance, and inclusion. Illustrative activities include: Hull Gay Pride Celebration, scholarships for graduating high school seniors, and seasonal celebrations.”
You can reach us at hullpridema@gmail.com.
Our board leadership is as follows:
Dan Ambrose (he/him),
Co-President
Dan is an Interior Designer, and he and his husband David met in 1997; they were married on their 20th anniversary! After discovering Hull in 2019 they immediately fell in love. Dan brings years of board and event planning experience for multiple non-profits in the Columbus, OH area. He loves cooking for a crowd, gardening, spending time at the beach, and spoiling their two Shih Tzus Bruiser and Buster.
Nancy Monroe (she/her), Co-President
Nancy is a career firefighter/EMT, and a resident of Hull. Nancy and her wife Deborah are two of the founding members of Hull Pride, and are thrilled to have seen its growth in the community.
Karen Kovach (she/her), Secretary
Karen has been actively involved in Hull Pride since moving to Hull in 2017. She served as the Board's secretary from 2019-2022 before becoming co-president. A writer, editor, and educator by trade, she’s a dancer and singer at heart.
Marc Cohn (he/him), Treasurer
Marc joined Hull Pride several years ago, shortly after moving to Hull with his partner and two very energetic dogs. Since joining the HP Board, Marc has worn some interesting hats including event decorations and Treasurer. When not volunteering or working, Marc enjoys travelling, cooking, sports, and carpentry.
Bob Pahl (he/him)
Bob is a founding member of Hull Pride and lives in the village with his husband Mike. Bob is an active neighborhood advocate and is the president of the Hull Village Association as well as a Co-Chair of the Historic District in Hull Village. He is an architect who often gives tours of the village.
Suzy Cosgrove (she/her)
Suzy and her adorable ginger cat moved to Hull in March 2022 after bouncing around the Boston area and abroad for years. Suzy moved to Hull to stay close to family and the surf, and found a wonderful community in addition to the waves. When she's not producing (her full time gig), you can find her painting at South Shore Arts Center, on stage in a local play, or somewhere in the surf at Nantasket.
Beth Landgraf (she/her)
Beth has been on the BOD of Hull Pride since 2022. Originally from New Jersey, Beth has been living in the Boston area since 2013. She and her wife, Lexie, moved to Hull in 2019 to be surrounded by water. During working hours, Beth is a Director of Operations at Cardinal Health. Beth enjoys rowing, gardening, running, beading, and live music. She and Lexie live with their four cats on Packard Ave.
Jason McCann (he/him)
Jason is a founding member of Hull Pride. Jason is on the Select Board for the Town of Hull and lives in Hull Village with his husband Chad, also a board member, and has lived in Hull since 2011. Jason loves integrating his work in Hull Pride with other Hull community initiatives including the Friends of Nantasket Beach and the Save The Ferry campaign.
Chad Wolfe (he/him)
Chad is another founding member of the Hull Pride group. Having grown up in Hull (and a proud graduate of Hull High School), Chad returned to live in Hull with his husband Jason in 2011. Chad is an avid rower, an active member of the Hull Yacht Club and a board member for the Hull Lifesaving Museum.
Mike Myers (he/him)
Mike is a Hull Pride founding member, married to Bob Pahl, both coming to Hull in 2011 and calling it home ever since. An occasional co-DJ with Scott Helms, Mike loves karaoke and is a classically trained pianist who continues his studies today. Mike is a physician leading one of the largest primary care groups in New Jersey and lives there part-time and in Massachusetts.