Who We Are

Mission, Vision & Values

Music is at the heart of what we do, but our purpose reaches far beyond the stage. These principles guide how SFGMC creates, connects, and leads.

Our Mission

Music with purpose.

To lead by creating extraordinary music and experiences that build community, inspire activism, and foster compassion at home and around the world.

Our Vision

The world we imagine.

We envision a world inspired and unified by the music we create.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus at Outside Lands 2026.
What Guides Us

Our Values

The beliefs that shape our music, our community, and the impact we strive to create.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus participating in Pride celebrations.
Photo: Stefan Cohen
01
Transformation

The power of music.

We believe in the transformative power of music to heal, to enlighten and to foster unity.

02
Community

Change begins with us.

We embrace the life affirming changes we create within and beyond our chorus community.

A moment from the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus community.
03
Excellence

Artistry as advocacy.

We evolve society’s views toward LGBTQ people through our commitment to excellence.

04
Legacy

Honoring those before us.

We honor all who came before us and whose sacrifices made it possible for us to raise our voices.

Mission in Action

More than words on a page.

Our mission comes to life through extraordinary performances, education and community programs, advocacy, and nearly five decades of using music to bring people together and move our community forward.

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus performing on stage.
Photo: Stefan Cohen
San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus community photographed near the Golden Gate Bridge.