We believe in supporting the Country-Western lifestyle because

• It is part of our American heritage.
• It provides a positive alternate outlet for common interests.
• It is a lifestyle that has a history of being inclusive of all people. 

We believe in supporting agencies and organizations that benefit the gay community.

We believe in the need to promote and acknowledge individual initiative, growth, and achievement through education.

GWGRA Organizational Accomplishments

The Gateway Gay Rodeo Association is a non-profit organization incorporated since March 2004 in the State of Missouri. We are registered with the Missouri State Attorney General’s Office as a charitable organization soliciting funds in the State of Missouri.

The Association was granted 501c4 status by the IRS in April of 2006.

The Association has Standing Rules using as models the proven, effective standing rules of other successful, strong gay rodeo associations.

Our members` strong commitment is easily seen in the high percentage - consistently more than 25% - of our membership’s attendance and active participation at monthly meetings.

Our members successfully produced the first Gay Rodeo in the St. Louis area on May 6 & 7, 2006.

ST. Louis, The Gateway to the West.  This is where the West truly began!

Founded in 1763, St. Louis became the outfitting and starting point for the countless pioneers and immigrants who crossed the Mississippi River and began their long journeys westward in search of a new life. Their spirit and determination, gave rise to other great cities of the West.

To honor those, the 630 foot stainless steel Gateway Arch was erected and stands proudly over St. Louis. This is how we became known as “The Gateway to the West.”

Our Territory

GWGRA is located in the eastern portion of Missouri. Our current territory contains

• St. Louis
• St. Louis County
• St. Charles County
• Franklin County
• Jefferson County
• Lincoln County 

We came together to bring gay rodeo to America’s Gateway to the West. We have succeeded in our goal and will work to further build our association and produce successful rodeos each year.