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March 20, 2010 – Phoenix Convention Center North Ballroom

The HRC Arizona annual gala awards dinner is an event to raise vitally needed funds for the work of HRC. It also provides an opportunity for local supporters of LGBT equality to come together for a fun evening of dining and entertainment. The success of this event helps in the fight for equal rights for all people. Our past gala dinner successes have been a direct result of all the dedicated and talented volunteers– that’s you!

There is a lot of hope and excitement in our community for the coming year. It is time to take action, move forward and to come together as each of us can make a difference on the important issues that affect our lives.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of a memorable celebration of fine dining, great entertainment, and important guest speakers. There will also be an extraordinary silent auction featuring national and local premier artists, galleries and businesses.

The HRC Gala Dinner is one of the most spectacular and talked about events held each year – so plan now to be a part of it! Your support is critical as the Human Rights Campaign continues to fight for fairness and equality.

We are excited to announce that Tony Award Winning Actress Marissa Winokur is our guest and HRC Ally for Equality Award recipient at this year’s Gala. The Ally for Equality Award recognizes the outstanding efforts of those who dedicate time, energy, spirit and whole-hearted commitment to better the lives of LGBT people. This award is given to allies outside the LGBT community who stand up on behalf of equality for all Americans. Recipients have shown a commitment to making America a place where LGBT people can be open, honest and safe at home, at work, in the community and in the media. The awards presented at the Human Rights Campaign gala dinners are the highest honor the organization bestows in the area of achieving equality for LGBT people.

Neil Guiliano, former GLAAD President, will be presenting the HRC Arizona Corporate Equality Award to Univision.

In addition, Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard will be presenting the 2010 HRC Individual Equality Awards to “The Bills” – William “Bill” A. Orovan, Bill MacDonald, F. William “Bill” Sheppard, Bill Lewis and William “Bill” M. Hardin. HRC Arizona is proud to recognize these five extraordinary individuals that are known as the fathers of the present-day LGBT community in Arizona. Learn more about “The Bills” and the HRC Individual Equality Award.

We are also proud to have featured HRC speaker Allyson Robinson, Associate Director of Diversity. Allyson Robinson joined the Human Rights Campaign as Associate Director of Diversity in 2008 to lead the organization and its volunteer base in promoting awareness of transgender issues and to ensure that all program areas demonstrate measurable commitment to transgender equality and inclusion.

Slient Auction starts at 5:30PM

General Admission: $200

Student (with valid ID): $100

Federal Club: $75

See how much fun we had last year!