Litepaper — PrideCoin (PRIDE)
A Token Built on Recognition, Not Speculation
Introduction
PrideCoin (PRIDE) is a community recognition token created to celebrate, acknowledge, and preserve contributions made to the LGBTQ+ community and its allies.
PrideCoin was created first and foremost as a community recognition token designed to celebrate service, advocacy, education, creativity, support, and community engagement. The project seeks to recognize individuals, organizations, volunteers, educators, advocates, artists, supporters, and allies whose efforts have positively impacted the LGBTQ+ community.
Inspiration
The fixed supply of 196,900,000 PRIDE tokens was chosen in recognition of the year 1969, a historic milestone in the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement.
PrideCoin was launched on June 1, 2026, during Pride Month, as a tribute to those who have worked to advance equality, inclusion, visibility, and acceptance.
Mission
The mission of PrideCoin is to create a permanent and transparent digital record of appreciation for those who contribute to the LGBTQ+ community.
Through blockchain technology, PrideCoin seeks to provide a lasting symbol of recognition that can be shared, preserved, and passed forward to future generations of community leaders, advocates, supporters, and allies.
Purpose
PrideCoin is intended to function primarily as:
• A digital badge of support
• A recognition token
• A symbol of appreciation
• A community engagement tool
While PrideCoin's primary mission is community recognition, the project may explore additional utility, partnerships, governance mechanisms, liquidity solutions, charitable initiatives, educational programs, or other ecosystem developments over time. No guarantees are made regarding token value, liquidity, exchange listings, adoption, utility, or financial returns.
Founder Holdings
At launch, the founder established stewardship of the initial token supply. Portions of the supply may be allocated to project-controlled wallets, including distribution, community, treasury, and market accessibility initiatives.
Tokens are intended to be distributed gradually in support of the project's mission. The founder may retain a portion of tokens for future community initiatives, ecosystem development, liquidity support, charitable activities, operational expenses, partnerships, marketing efforts, or other project-related purposes.
Community Recognition
PrideCoin is founded on the belief that recognition matters.
Receiving PRIDE is intended to represent appreciation for meaningful contributions rather than financial achievement.
Over time, the project may evolve to include public recognition programs, community nominations, honoree profiles, ambassador programs, or other methods of celebrating positive impact within the LGBTQ+ community and among its allies.
Token Specification
Technical Details
The following is the complete token specification for PrideCoin (PRIDE). This information is provided for transparency and reference.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Token Name | PrideCoin |
| Symbol | PRIDE |
| Network | Ethereum |
| Standard | ERC-20 |
| Total Supply | 196,900,000 PRIDE |
| Contract Address | 0x31B2eB670b993BC09e373E0fD07059752eBC672B |
| Launch Date | June 1, 2026 |
| Supply Model | Fixed Supply |
The contract address above is the sole official deployment. PrideCoin has no other token contracts. Always verify before interacting.
Historical Symbolism
Why 196,900,000
The total supply of PrideCoin 196,900,000 PRIDE is not an arbitrary number. It is a deliberate reference to the year 1969, a pivotal moment in the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement.
In June 1969, patrons of the Stonewall Inn in New York City resisted police harassment in what became a series of spontaneous, sustained protests. The Stonewall Uprising galvanized the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement and directly inspired the first Pride marches the following year. Every Pride celebration held since in every city, every country, every community traces its roots to that moment.
By encoding 1969 into the token's supply, PrideCoin carries that history into the digital era. The number is not a financial unit. It is a timestamp a permanent, on-chain acknowledgment that the foundation of this project is the courage and resilience of those who came before us.
196,900,000 — not a market figure. A memorial in code.
Distribution Philosophy
How PRIDE Is Distributed
At launch, the PrideCoin supply is held by the founder and will be distributed gradually over time.
The founder currently anticipates distributing approximately 10% of the total supply during the initial phase of the project.
Distribution decisions are intended to be guided by the project's mission of recognizing meaningful contributions to the LGBTQ+ community.
Potential recipients may include:
• Volunteers
• Advocates
• Educators
• Artists
• Community leaders
• Allies
• Organizations
• Supporters of LGBTQ+ causes
PrideCoin may also be gifted, awarded, transferred, or otherwise distributed among community members as a form of recognition and appreciation
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Impact-Guided
Distributions are based on community impact, not financial value or token price.
Founder-Verified
The founder reviews and approves each distribution in the early phase to maintain integrity.
Community-Nominated
Future distributions will be informed by community nominations and advisory input.
No Purchase Required
Recognition distributions are based on community impact, contribution, and service rather than financial participation.
Transparent Records
All distributions will be documented and shared publicly when appropriate.
Gradual Release
The conservative early-phase approach ensures each token carries genuine meaning.
Distribution is guided by one question: has this person or organization made a meaningful, positive difference for the LGBTQ+ community? If yes, they may be a candidate for recognition.
Future Vision
Where PrideCoin Is Headed
The founder envisions a future in which PrideCoin becomes increasingly community-driven.
Potential future developments may include:
• Community nominations
• Recipient recognition programs
• Community stewardship initiatives
• Advisory councils composed of recipients
• Charitable initiatives
• Educational initiatives
• Community partnerships
• Governance mechanisms
• Additional token utility
• Market accessibility initiatives
As the PrideCoin ecosystem evolves, the project may explore market accessibility initiatives, exchange accessibility, treasury management strategies, and other mechanisms intended to improve participation and accessibility. Any such initiatives would be developed in a manner consistent with the project's mission of recognition, community engagement, and transparency.
Initial Treasury Structure:
- Founder Wallet: 90% (177,210,000 PRIDE)
- Distribution Wallet: 10% (19,690,000 PRIDE)
These concepts represent aspirations rather than commitments and may evolve as the community grows.
Community Impact
If PrideCoin develops broader adoption, utility, community participation, or market value over time, treasury-held tokens may be utilized to support initiatives consistent with the project's mission.
Potential examples include:
• Pride events
• Educational programs
• Scholarships
• Community organizations
• Advocacy initiatives
• Awareness campaigns
• Charitable activities
Any future community impact initiatives will be subject to available resources, community participation, and project development.
Community Nominations
An open, structured process allowing community members to nominate individuals and organizations for recognition.
Recognition Programs
Formal recognition tiers and categories acknowledging different types of contribution from advocacy to artistry.
Educational Initiatives
Partnerships with educators, historians, and community organizations to document and share LGBTQ+ history and leadership.
Advisory Groups
A community advisory structure that gives recognized recipients and stakeholders a voice in how PrideCoin evolves.
Pride Community Support
Direct support for Pride events, organizations, and community initiatives that align with the project's values.
Disclaimer
Important Notice
PrideCoin (PRIDE) is not a financial product, investment vehicle, or security of any kind. The project makes no guarantees regarding:
• Token value or market performance
• Liquidity or trading activity
• Exchange listings or third-party integrations
• Future utility
• Adoption
• Governance structures
PrideCoin is not currently offered for sale by the project. It is distributed solely as an act of recognition for contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Recognition distributions are made at the discretion of the project and community programs as they evolve. Any secondary market activity that may occur on decentralized platforms is entirely outside the project's control and does not reflect an endorsement.
This litepaper is provided for informational and transparency purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, legal advice, or a solicitation of any kind. Readers should consult qualified professionals for any legal or financial questions related to digital assets.
Closing Statement
PrideCoin was created as a symbol of appreciation.
Its purpose is to recognize those who contribute to the LGBTQ+ community and to preserve that recognition through a transparent and publicly accessible blockchain.
Whether PrideCoin remains a small community initiative or evolves into something larger, its mission remains the same:
To celebrate contribution, encourage participation, and honor those who help build a more inclusive world.
PrideCoin - Recognition First. Community Always. © 2026 PrideCoin Project. All rights reserved.