CO Human Rights Campaign Announces Results for Annual Gala

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Sold-Out Event Raises $90,000

Today, the Colorado chapter of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the largest national gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization, announced results of its annual Mile High Gala dinner.

A sell-out crowd of 450 attended this year’s gala, held on April 24 at Exdo Event Center, raising $90,000.

"We had an incredible committee that worked all year to create buzz around the gala in order to sell out the event,” remarked co-chair Lisa Donato. “The Mile High Gala could not have been successful without our volunteers."

Special guests, award winners, and speakers included the following:

 HRC Ally Award: Emmy award-winning actress Crystal Chappell
 Guest Speaker: HRC Chief Diversity Officer Cuc Vu
 Special Guest Appearances: Michael Manning from MTV’s Real World DC, U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper, and U.S. Representative Betsy Markey.
 Emcee: Feature news reporter Chris Parente
 Paul Hunter Award Recipient: Jim McNulty
 The Partners in Equality Award: Pueblo Human Relations Commission
 Guest Performers: Slam poet Andrea Gibson, Coles Whalen, DJ mLe, and DJ Markie.

"Our vision early on in the planning process was to create an entertaining, educational, and inspirational event for this year,” said co-chair Heather Nevill. “We had musicians, artists, speakers, and other entertainment that graciously donated their time and talents to help drive a compelling experience.”

For more information, visit www.milehighgala.org.

Special thanks to the following sponsors: White Wave Foods, CH2M Hill, Miller-Coors, DCP Midstream, TIAA-CREF, Magnolia Hotel, Out Front Colorado, Babes Around Denver, Café Vivid, Westword, Denver Magazine, Exdo Events Center, Lockheed Martin, and Metromode Magazine.

The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against GLBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all. For more information, visit www.hrc.org.

CO Human Rights Campaign Announces Details for Annual Gala

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Mile High Gala to Honor Local Advocates

Today, the Colorado chapter of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the largest national gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization, announced details of their annual Mile High Gala dinner.

Additionally, the awardees for the annual Paul Hunter Award and the Partners in Equality Award have been announced. For more information on the winners and history of the awards, visit www.milehighgala.org/awards.php.

WHAT: Human Rights Campaign Colorado Mile High Gala
WHO:
- HRC Ally Award: Emmy award-winning actress Crystal Chappell
- Special Guest Appearance: Michael Manning from MTV’s Real World DC
- Guest Performers: Slam poet Andrea Gibson and local singer Coles Whalen
- Emcee: Feature news reporter Chris Parente
- Paul Hunter Award Recipient: Jim McNulty
- The Partners in Equality Award: Pueblo Human Relations Commission

WHEN: Saturday, April 24, 2010
WHERE: Exdo Events Center
1399 35th Street, Denver

Ticket Information: Tickets for the event may be reserved online at www.milehighgala.org.

Sponsors: White Wave Foods, CH2M Hill, Miller-Coors, DCP Midstream, TIAA-CREF, Magnolia Hotel, Out Front Colorado, Babes Around Denver, Café Vivid, Westword, Exdo Events Center, and Metromode Magazine.

The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against GLBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all. For more information, visit www.hrc.org.

HRC Colorado Announces Call for Nominations

HRC Colorado, a chapter of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the largest national gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender advocacy organization, announces the call for nominations for its annual Paul Hunter Award and the Partner in Equality Award.

The Paul Hunter Award was conceived in 1993 and is named for Paul Hunter, a gay activist who, through two decades of work for the community, was instrumental in creating positive social and political change in Colorado. Hunter, an attorney, is noted for his work in the 1970s with Denver zoning laws. He died from AIDS-related complications in October 1991. The award is given every year by HRC Colorado to a single member of our community who has exemplified the spirit of Paul Hunter by working tirelessly for social justice, equality and visibility of the GLBT community.

Eligible nominees for the Partner in Equality Award are for-profit businesses and non-profit organizations that have shown a commitment to the GLBT community. Nominees must demonstrate a strong commitment to the GLBT community through their business practices, outreach, support efforts, and commitment to inclusivity.

“Many Coloradoans are working hard to support HRC’s efforts in the movement for equal rights for GLBT people,” commented Heather Nevill, Mile High Gala co-chair. “This is our way to recognize these exceptional leaders and organizations that help further our vision of a fair and equal country.”

HRC Colorado will accept nominations until December 30, 2009. Award winners will be announced at the Mile High Gala on April 24, 2010.

Visit www.milehighgala.com to download nomination forms. For questions, contact Lea Ann Purvis, HRC Awards Chair, at 303-321-8502 or lapurvis@comcast.net.


About the Human Rights Campaign
Founded in 1980, The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against GLBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all. HRC seeks to improve the lives of GLBT Americans by advocating for equal rights and benefits in the workplace, ensuring families are treated equally under the law and increasing public support among all Americans through innovative advocacy, education and outreach programs. With 600,000 members, HRC works to secure equal rights for GLBT individuals and families at the federal and state levels by lobbying elected officials, mobilizing grassroots supporters, educating Americans, investing strategically to elect fair-minded officials and partnering with other GLBT organizations. For more information, visit www.hrc.org.