Stonewall Columbus Pride Guide 2023

STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ 2023 CENTRAL OHIO ALLY OF THE YEAR (BUSINESS)

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (AEP)

Stonewall Columbus is grateful for the ongoing support of American Electric Power (AEP). AEP has been a strong ally and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, both within the company and in the broader community. Their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion has helped to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment. AEP's generosity and support have been instrumental in advancing the mission of Stonewall Columbus and promoting equality and acceptance for all.

POWERING FORWARD

Embracing brighter futures, together.

A LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY

FIFTY YEARS AGO, THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY IN NEW YORK'S GREENWICH VILLAGE SPARKED A PIVOTAL MOMENT IN HISTORY. THE STONEWALL UPRISING WAS BORN OUT OF A REFUSAL TO SURRENDER TO YET ANOTHER POLICE RAID ON THE STONEWALL INN. IN THAT ACT OF REBELLION AGAINST A SYSTEM THAT DENIED THEIR EXISTENCE, THEY IGNITED THE MODERN MOVEMENT FOR LGBTQ+ RIGHTS.

THE 1969 STONEWALL UPRISINGS WERE NOT JUST PROTESTS AGAINST POLICE BRUTALITY; THEY REPRESENTED THE COLLECTIVE FRUSTRATION OF A COMMUNITY SUBJECTED TO INJUSTICE. THIS YEAR, AS WE GATHER TO FOR THE STONEWALL COLUMBUS 2023 PRIDE FESTIVAL AND MARCH, OUR THEME RESONATES: “PURPOSE. PASSION. POWER.”

PURPOSE REMINDS US THAT LGBTQ+ PRIDE IS NOT JUST A PERSONAL JOURNEY; IT IS PART OF AMERICAN HISTORY. WHILE LGBTQ+ HISTORY HAS OFTEN BEEN OVERLOOKED, WE MUST WORK TO SHARE THE STORIES OF THOSE WHO HAVE SHAPED OUR NATION'S NARRATIVE. THE STONEWALL UPRISING ITSELF IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF AMERICAN HISTORY—A PROTEST AGAINST POLICE BRUTALITY AND AN OUTCRY AGAINST THE INJUSTICES FACED BY THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY.

PASSION DRIVES US TO CREATE A MORE INCLUSIVE PRIDE. WE RECOGNIZE THAT OUR CELEBRATION OF PRIDE HAS NOT ALWAYS BEEN INCLUSIVE OF ALL MARGINALIZED INTERSECTIONAL IDENTITIES. AS WE CONTINUE TO EVOLVE AND FIGHT FOR EQUITY AND LIBERATION, WE STRIVE TO UPLIFT EVERY INDIVIDUAL WITHIN OUR DIVERSE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY. OUR PASSION LIES IN EMBRACING AND EMPOWERING ALL THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN HISTORICALLY MARGINALIZED.

POWER IS OUR COLLECTIVE STRENGTH. THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY ENCOMPASSES A TAPESTRY OF IDENTITIES—RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, AGE, ANCESTRY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AND DIFFERENT ABILITIES. OVER THE PAST FIFTY-FOUR YEARS, WE HAVE OVERCOME IMMENSE CHALLENGES, FROM FIGHTING SODOMY LAWS TO BATTLING THE HIV/AIDS EPIDEMIC, CHALLENGING DISCRIMINATORY MARRIAGE LAWS, AND ADVOCATING FOR PROTECTIONS UNDER TITLE VII. IN THE FACE OF BIGOTRY, OUR PERSISTENCE ENDURES AND EMPOWERS US.

WE MUST NOT FORGET THAT DISCRIMINATION STILL EXISTS IN OUR STATE. LGBTQ+ INDIVIDUALS CAN BE DENIED HOUSING, EMPLOYMENT, AND BASIC RIGHTS SOLELY BECAUSE OF THEIR SEXUAL ORIENTATION OR GENDER IDENTITY. THIS FUELS OUR DETERMINATION TO MAKE OUR VOICES HEARD AND STAND ALONGSIDE OUR BIPOC AND TRANSGENDER COMMUNITY MEMBERS. WE STAND UNITED IN DEMANDING INCLUSION, FULL ENFRANCHISEMENT, AND EQUALITY BEFORE THE LAW.

AS WE GATHER, LET US HONOR THOSE WHO HAVE FOUGHT FOR OUR RIGHTS AND CONTINUE TO FIGHT FOR A MORE JUST AND EQUAL SOCIETY— FOR THOSE FIGHTING FOR OUR LIBERATION. TOGETHER, WE CELEBRATE THE PROGRESS WE HAVE MADE AND RECOGNIZE THE WORK THAT LIES AHEAD. WE CREATE SAFER SPACES FOR ALL WHO WILL FOLLOW, LIVING AUTHENTICALLY AND UNAPOLOGETICALLY. IN OUR DIVERSITY, WE FIND STRENGTH, AND IN THIS MOMENT, WE RAISE OUR VOICES AND PROUDLY DECLARE PRIDE IS OUR PURPOSE, PASSION, AND POWER!

HAPPY PRIDE!

-STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND STAFF

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INDEX

CENTRAL OHIO ALLY OF THE YEAR (BUSINESS)

3 WELCOME FROM BOARD AND STAFF

6 STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ 2023 HONOREES

23 STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ 2023 PATRON OF PRIDE CALEB MIKAYLA GOINS-ROBINSON

24 GRAB A DRINK & GO GREEN

25 MARCH PATH

26-27 ENTERTAINMENT

28 VIP LOUNGE

29 TRAILBLAZERS & FAMILY

30 GET THE GEAR!

32 BE SAFE, BE NEIGHBORLY

46 2023 CORNERSTONE AWARDEES

47 KEEP YOURSELF SAFE!

48 ABOUT STONEWALL

49 STONEWALL & PRIDE TEAMS

50 THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS!

2023 HONOREES

STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ 2023

LINDA SCHULER SERVICE AWARD MARK MILLER

Dedicated on the occasion of her 75th birthday, May 25, 2021, the Linda Schuler Service Award was created in honor of Linda Schuler in recognition and celebration of her many years of service to Stonewall Columbus and the local Columbus LGBTQ+ community. For years Linda committed herself to ensuring there is a place for our community’s trailblazers by facilitating our Trailblazers program and served tirelessly as the Pride March Chair bringing to march to it’s well over 10,000 participants. In 2021 the Stonewall Board of Trustees was honored to recognize Linda Schuler as the inaugural recipient of the Linda Schuler Service award. An award created to recognize a trailblazing longtime volunteer who selflessly promotes acceptance and community.

For many years Mark has dedicated himself to the LGBTQ+ community here in Columbus and across the region through his engagement with Stonewall Columbus. As a volunteer, member, and donor - with a wonderful gift that helped support the new Stonewall building. Prior to her passing Mark worked closely with Linda Schuler to help steward the Stonewall Trailblazer program to what it is today.

STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ 2023 LEADERS OF PRIDE

GLORIA MCCAULEY • LINDA SCHULER WAHRU CLEVELAND • SHERI TURNER

The Stonewall Columbus Leader(s) of Pride recognizes an individual, or individuals, who use their voice(s) to speak up and out - boldly and loudly in support of members of the LGBTQ+ community in Columbus, Ohio and beyond.

Nominees must have somehow inspired some form of collective action in or around the Central Ohio LGBTQ+ community.

Part of the power of our fight is its history. In 2022 the Columbus community, and our fight, lost some great warriors, creators of history, and this year we are honored to recognize Gloria McCauley, Sharon (Sheri) A. Turner, Linda Schuler, B. “Wahru” Cleveland and a generation of LGBTQ+ elders who laid the foundation for us to be emboldened to dream bigger dreams than they could have ever imagined as our Leaders of Pride for 2023.

GLORIA McCAULEY LINDA SCHULER WAHRU CLEVELAND SHERI TUNER

MARK MILLER

Let win

We’re continually focused on advancing a more diverse, equitable and inclusive world. It’s why we embrace all in, all included at Bread Financial and proudly support Stonewall Columbus 2023.

Our PRIDE Business Resource Group is all in and excited to march alongside associate allies and network with future team members. Together, let’s let love win.

OPENING DOORS TO INNOVATIVE HOUSING FOR DIVERSE COMMUNITIES.

You deserve to be empowered in your life through quality, affordable housing. We provide innovative housing for families in the Columbus area. Let’s work together to create more diverse communities and make a place where everyone belongs.

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RIDE WITH PRIDE RIDE WITH PRIDE

PROUD SPONSOR OF THE STONEWALL COLUMBUS PRIDE FESTIVAL

PATRON OF PRIDE

STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ 2023 PATRON OF PRIDE CALEB MIKAYLA GOINS-ROBINSON

A.K.A MIKAYLA DENISE

The Stonewall Columbus Patron of Pride recognizes an individual who ensures the community is not only present but seen and does so by simply living their truth—out loud and proud.

Caleb Mikalyla was part of The Trans Visibility Project that was recognized as Stonewall’s 2022 Leaders of Pride. In the winter of 2022 Goins Robinson was part of a group that was protested because they simply aimed to read stories to children at a community church. And while it may seem that in 2022 Caleb Mikayla was being noticed for simply being who they are - they’ve been being Caleb Mikayla and making an impact in the community well before 2022.

An advocate in the LGBTQ+ health equity space, a community educator, and a drag entertainer. Caleb Mikayla Goins Robinson is a recognized, and awarded, drag pageant queen—in and out of state.

Caleb feels that telling the story of their experience living with HIV is the best way to effect change when it comes to both public awareness and local, state and national legislation.

In 2018, they helped establish Ohio’s first community center for young LGBT people of color.

GRAB A DRINK & GO GREEN

GO GREEN!

AS PART OF OUR GO GREEN INITIATIVE, WE ARE WORKING WITH OUR SPONSORS TO PLACE RECYCLING CONTAINERS AROUND THE PARK SO THAT WE CAN STAY GREEN WHILE WE CELEBRATE THE COMMUNITY! THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO TO SUPPORT OUR GO GREEN INITIATIVE BY BEING RESPONSIBLE AND ECO-FRIENDLY PATRONS OF PRIDE 2023!

SPONSORED BY:

MARIAH COUNTS

SIENA LIGGINS

FRIDAY, JUNE 16

PURPOSE. PASSION. POWER.

DRAG BALL!

4:00PM - 10:00PM

DESIREE MONROE (HOST)

DJ: PILZ

CATEGORIES: GRAND PRIZE

MINI GRAND PRIZE

OTA FACE

BEST DRESSED

HAND PERFORMANCE

BIZARRE

COMMENTATOR VS. COMMENTATOR

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

PURPOSE. PASSION. POWER.

DRAG!

11:00AM PURPOSE.

DESIREE MONROE & HEAUX'TELL ONASSIS (HOST)

HIGH VOLTAGE DANCE TEAM

LAILA GRACE COUTURE

EDEN APPLE • SILVER ALEXANDER

SO HAPPY LYNX • AJ QUIN WEST

AMORA ROSE • MAYA BIZNESS

JAY RODRIGUEZ • MAJA JERA

DESTINY GISELLE • ROBYN DACULTYRE

MANIFEST DESTINY

1:00PM PANEL.

MY BODY MY CHOICE DISPELLING OF HIV

HOSTED BY DESIREE MONROE & THE REIGNING MISS OHIO'S

1:30PM COMMUNITY PANELIST / COMMANDER SINNS •

RASHAWN ANDERSON • WILLIAM STEWART •

MARTEZ PEMPTON

2:00PM PASSION.

DESIREE MONROE/MAKAYLA DENISE

ISAAC ISMAEL • LAILA GRACE

COMMANDER SINNS • CHERRY POPPINS

GAIA NATURI • TRACIE LORDS

AVA AURORA FOXX • MIMI SHARP

KEYANNA DIAMOND • SASHA F MIZRAHE

4:30PM POWER.

DESIREE MONROE & ISAAC ISMAEL

PANDORA FOXX • BIANCA BOUVIER

TRACIE LORDS • LAILA GRACE

HEAUX'TELL • ISAAC ISMEAL

6:00PM BRISTER|BRISTER & DESIREE MONROE (HOST)

KALONTE • 222 BREE • BIG E DOT • VICWIN

SLIM LOYALTY • GISELLE • DESIREE MONROE

RED [SPACE] HOSTS

DESIREE MONROE

FRIDAY, JUNE 16

ALLIES & ACCOMPLICES

4:00PM - 10:00PM

HOSTED BY AMBER NICOLE WITH VESPERTEEN @ 8:45PM

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

PURPOSE. PASSION. POWER. CELEBRATE!

11:00AM DJ CRYS CLASSICS

12:00PM TUNDE OLANIRAN

1:00PM ETHAN SOZA

2:10PM COLUMBUS GAY MENS CHORUS

3:00PM COLUMBUS WOMEN'S CHORUS

3:45PM MARIAH COUNTS

4:45PM TREY PEARSON

5:45PM CHANDLER CARTER

6:45PM SIENA LIGGINS

FRIDAY, JUNE 16

4:00PM MATT PERSAUD

5:00PM DJ CRYS CLASSICS

6:00PM INDUSTRIAL BADGER

7:00PM GONZO

8:00PM NISCHEL SONI

9:00PM GOVAN JONES

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

11:00AM MATT PERSAUD

12:00PM CODY CARTER

1:00PM INDUSTRIAL BADGER

2:00PM DOUGGERT

3:00PM GONZO

4:00PM NEGAT1VE5PACE

5:00PM MJO

6:00PM DJ ALOHA

7:00PM DJ TRUESKILLS

8:00PM DJIAMUNECC

HEAUX'TELL ONASSIS

PRIDE LOUNGE

Pizzuti Collection of CMOA (AKA THE RAINBOW ROOM!)

JUNE 17 12PM – 6PM

Located at the corners of Park and Russell The Pizzuti Collection of Columbus Museum of Art's Pride Lounge offers an opportunity to take a break from the crowds, enjoy a beverage (or two) from our friends at Middle West Spirits, grab a snack, enjoy air conditioning, and enjoy indoor restroom facilities--all just adjacent Goodale Park.

This space is limited to sponsors, those who donated $600 via the Pride Champion process, and those who donate $100 at the door.

Event is 21 and over unless accompanied by a parent/guardian.

GET

THE GEAR! ON SALE NOW!

YOU CAN PURCHASE PRIDE TAGS AT A VARIETY OF BUSINESSES HERE IN COLUMBUS, AT THE STONEWALL COLUMBUS TENT INSIDE THE FESTIVAL, ONLINE AT COLUMBUSPRIDE.ORG/STORE OR AT THE STONEWALL CENTER! A LIMITED NUMBER OF PRIDE TAGS ARE AVAILABLE. GET 'EM BEFORE THEY'RE GONE!

LEARN ABOUT OUR PRIDE TAG PARTNERS AT: STONEWALLCOLUMBUS.ORG/PRIDETAGS

STOP BY THE STONEWALL TENT AND LEARN ALL ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF BECOMING A MEMBER OF STONEWALL COLUMBUS!

LOOKING FOR THE OFFICIAL COLUMBUS PRIDE APPAREL?

YOU CAN FIND OFFICIAL PRIDE APPAREL ONLINE COLUMBUSPRIDE.ORG/STORE AFTER THE FESTIVAL + MARCH. GET YOUR OFFICIAL PRIDE MERCH NEXT TO THE STONEWALL TENT!

VENDOR & FESTIVAL FUN

DON’T MISS THIS UNIQUE AND WELCOMING MARKETPLACE! GET OUT THERE AND BUY SOME FANTASTIC PRODUCTS FROM LGBTQFRIENDLY COMPANIES AND ORGANIZATIONS!

SHOP HUNDREDS OF VENDORS AND SPONSORS THAT SUPPORT THE COMMUNITYLGBTQ & GIVE BACK!

BE SAFE, BE NEIGHBORLY

INCLUSIVE • KIND • THOUGHTFUL

RESPECTFUL • PROUD!

As we celebrate 42 YEARS of our community’s PRIDE, please remember to stay safe!

There will be over 400,000 people passing through the festival and march during the course of the weekend we implore our community to be:

INCLUSIVE • KIND • THOUGHTFUL • RESPECTFUL • PROUD!

The Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival does not tolerate any form of favoritism, hurtful language, discrimination, abuse, marginalization and insulting behavior on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion, background, skin color, religious belief, sexuality, gender identity, socio-economic status, caste, difference in ability or age. Stonewall Columbus does not accept sexism, racism, colorism, homophobia, biphobia, inter-phobia and transphobia or hostility, anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, fascism, age discrimination, ableism as well as other and/or intersectional forms of discrimination.

In addition, Stonewall Columbus does not tolerate any acts of violence, abuse or harassment of any verbal, physical, sexual or other kind towards our employees, visitors, guests and partners. Stonewall Columbus reserves the right to deny access to the festival, its facilities, events and venues without prior notice to anyone who violates these expectations of engagement.

Tips for an enjoyable experience:

• OUTSIDE ALCOHOL AND COOLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED

• PACE YOURSELF

• STAY HYDRATED

• DO NOT LEAVE YOUR DRINK UNATTENDED

• LEAVE YOUR PETS AT HOME

• KEEP THE PARK AND COMMUNITY CLEAN

• USE THE TRASH AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES

• PARK LEGALLY

• BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS AT ALL TIMES

STAY SAFE

• TAG YOUR BAG WITH YOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (Bag Tags available at the Stonewall Tent)

• TAG YOUR CHILD WITH AN EMERGENCY CONTACT WRISTBAND (Wristbands available at the Stonewall Tent)

• LISTEN TO PRIDE SECURITY – THEY ARE THERE TO KEEP US ALL SAFE

• VACATE THE PARKS WHEN THE FESTIVAL CLOSES (Friday @ 10pm and Saturday at 8pm)

Spreading joy in our communities.

Honda is committed to empowering our associates to get involved in the communities where we live and work. To that end, we happily give our time and resources to support our families, neighbors and local communities. By spreading joy, we help to make a positive impact in our communities – and across America. Learn

Honda supports Stonewall Columbus in their mission to increase visibility, inclusion and connection for the LGBTQ+ community.

YOUR GUIDE TO PARKING FOR PRIDE IN THE SHORT NORTH ARTS DISTRICT

With over 8,900 parking spaces in the Short North Arts District, including 680 parking meters, 6,000 non-metered on-street parking spaces, 2,250 garage parking spaces, parking has never been easier in the Short North Arts District.

Visit shortnorth.org/parking to learn all about our on-street and garage parking, transit options, how you can save on parking and more!

GET A RIDE TO PRIDE

GARAGE PARKING

There are several public parking garages and surface lots in the Short North Arts District that are spread out and conveniently located throughout the District, o ering hourly, daily, or monthly payment options.

SAVE ON GARAGE PARKING

Park in one of four participating garages in the Short North Arts District and pay only $1 for the first hour if you enter the garage between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

ON-STREET + KIOSK PARKING

The Short North Arts District has hundreds of on-street parking and parking kiosks spots throughout the city, perfect for any short or long term parking plans!

This Pride month, you can ride COTA to and from the Short North Arts District and everywhere in between - at no cost to you!

Our new Short North C-pass program gives you monthly access to COTA’s fixed-route services at no fare.

Getting started is simple. Visit www.cota.com/sna-c-pass to learn more

Download the ParkColumbus App to your smartphone or mobile device before your visit to view available parking near you, as well as contactless parking payment for any kiosks and on-street parking spots.

SAVE ON KIOSK + ON-STREET PARKING

Get $1 o on-street and kiosk parking with the ParkColumbus App.

Scan the QR Code to access your unique validation code, parking + transit maps, and more OR visit shortnorth.org/parking

Central Ohio Transit Authority

Photo: Bailey Lytle

SHORT NORTH ARTS DISTRICT

The Short North Arts District is the Art + Soul of Columbus. In our community, we believe that diversity represents the di erences among people, equity means fairness, regardless of di erences, and inclusion is achieved for all through intentional engagement and welcoming behavior.

Learn more at shortnorth.org/ideainthesnad.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Our vibrant and inclusive community is full of local art galleries, shopping, dining and more!

From new art exhibitions and performances to tastings and tours, there’s always something new and exciting happening in the Short North Arts District.

Scan the QR code to learn more about upcoming events in the District or visit shortnorth.org/events.

“Pride Circles” by Lisa McLymont

*Located at Stonewall Columbus

Photo: Bailey Lytle

Photo: Bailey Lytle

At Huntington, we believe that the strongest communities are the ones in which every voice is heard. Because a diversity of perspective, experience and ideas just leads to better all-around outcomes for everyone. That’s why we’re proud to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. And that’s why we say to every customer and colleague who walks through our doors Welcome.

Member FDIC. ⬢ ® , Huntington®, ⬢ Huntington® Welcome. are federally registered service marks of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated. © 2023 Huntington Bancshares Incorporated.

We Are Proud

At Morgan Stanley, the diversity of our employees is one of our greatest strengths. By valuing diverse perspectives, we can better serve our cients and help employees achieve their personal best.

© 2023 Morgan Stanley

Verizon is proud to support Stonewall Columbus.

The strongest connection is the one among all of us.

2023 CORNERSTONE AWARDEES

THOMAS GROTE, MARY

KATZENMEYER,

& NANCY KRAMER [STONEWALL BUILDS CAMPAIGN CO-CHAIRS]

Their leadership during the Stonewall Builds the capital campaign helped update and enhance Stonewall Columbus' LGBTQ+ community center. Thanks to their tireless efforts and unwavering commitment, Stonewall was able to raise critically needed funds to update and expand Central Ohio's LGBTQ+ community center. Their vision and dedication have had a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals in our community, creating a safe and welcoming space where people can come together to connect, learn, and grow. Their generosity and support have helped to advance the cause of LGBTQ+ equality and acceptance, and we are deeply grateful for all that they have done.

NANCY KRAMER

TOM KATZENMEYER

MARY JO HUDSON

TOM GROTE

STONEWALL COLUMBUS’ 2023 CORNERSTONE AWARDEES

JO HUDSON, TOM

GET YOURS AT THE STONEWALL TENT

KEEP YOURSELF SAFE

TAG YOUR BAG

WE ARE ASKING FESTIVAL ATTENDEES TO EXTERNALLY TAG YOUR BAG IN AN EFFORT TO LESSEN THE NUMBER OF LOST OR UNATTENDED BELONGINGS AND TO KEEP THE FESTIVAL SAFE.

BAG IDENTIFICATION TAGS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE STONEWALL TENT. MAKE SURE THE TAG IS VISIBLE ON THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR BAG. THESE TAGS WILL HELP ENSURE THAT IF YOU FORGET YOUR BAG, IT WILL BE RETURNED SAFELY AND SWIFTLY TO YOU. IF YOU SEE AN UNATTENDED BAG, PLEASE NOTIFY THE CLOSEST VOLUNTEER OR SECURITY OFFICER.

TAG YOUR TOT

IN AN EFFORT TO KEEP OUR CHILDREN SAFE, TAGS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO PARENTS TO INDICATE EMERGENCY CONTACTS. PLEASE NOTE ALL EMERGENCY CONTACTS AND MEETING SPOTS ON IDENTIFICATION TAGS.

IDENTIFICATION TAGS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE STONEWALL TENT. MAKE SURE THE TAG IS SECURED TO YOUR CHILD OR PLACED IN A VISIBLE LOCATION ON THEIR CLOTHING. THESE LABELS WILL HELP ENSURE THE SWIFT RETURN OF YOUR CHILD SHOULD YOU BECOME SEPARATED.

PRIDE TEXT ALERTS!

PRIDE TEXT ALERTS!

SIGN UP TODAY TO RECEIVE ALERTS & UPDATES FOR THE PARADE

SIGN UP TODAY TO RECEIVE ALERTS & UPDATES FOR THE PARADE

TEXT PRIDE23PS

TEXT PRIDE23PS TO 888 -777

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ABOUT STONEWALL COLUMBUS

MISSION. VISION. VALUES. HISTORY.

STONEWALL COLUMBUS SERVES THE COMMUNITY YEAR ROUND, NOT JUST ON PRIDE WEEKEND! WE PROVIDE A COMMUNITY CENTER THAT OFFERS PROGRAMMING AND SERVICES TO ENHANCE THE WELL-BEING OF OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITY.

MISSION: INCREASE VISIBILITY, INCLUSION, AND CONNECTION FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY.

VISION: AN OHIO WHERE ALL OF US THRIVE.

VALUES: HISTORY. VISIBILITY. INCLUSION. CONNECTION. ACCOUNTABILITY.

STONEWALL COLUMBUS WAS FOUNDED IN 1981 WITH THE GOAL OF “INCREASING THE VISIBILITY AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL, AND TRANSGENDER (GLBT) COMMUNITY.” DURING STONEWALL’S 40-YEAR EXISTENCE, COLUMBUS, AND THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY HAS CHANGED. THE CITY OF COLUMBUS IS NOW THE 14TH LARGEST CITY IN THE COUNTRY AND RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE MOST LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY CITIES IN THE UNITED STATES.

IN ADDITION TO AN EVOLVING ARRAY OF PROGRAMS STONEWALL PRODUCES LAVENDER LISTINGS, A LISTING OF LOCAL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FROM LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS, AND COLUMBUS PRIDE; STARTED IN 1981 PRIDE NOW WELCOMES OVER 700,000 VISITORS TO THE COLUMBUS REGION.

AS THE COMMUNITY HAS CHANGED SO HAS STONEWALL’S MISSION AND VISION–NOW TO “INCREASE VISIBILITY, INCLUSION, AND CONNECTION FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY SO WE SEE A COMMUNITY WHERE ALL OF US THRIVE.”

AS WE FORGE AHEAD, WE WILL…

• ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR HISTORY AS WE BUILD OUR FUTURE BRICK BY BRICK;

• BE VISIBLE, REMINDING THE WORLD THAT WE ARE STRONG, VITAL MEMBERS OF HUMANITY;

• BE INCLUSIVE, BECAUSE WE KNOW WHAT IT MEANS TO BE LEFT OUT;

• BE CONNECTED, LINKING NEEDS TO RESOURCES AND PEOPLE TO ONE ANOTHER; STAND UP FOR EVERYONE IN OUR COMMUNITY, REGARDLESS OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY AND/OR EXPRESSION, SEX, AGE, RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, MILITARY STATUS, FAMILIAL STATUS; OR DISABILITY.

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

STONEWALL AIMS TO BE AN ORGANIZATION THAT SERVES THE FULL SPECTRUM OF OUR LGBTQ+ RAINBOW, STONEWALL IS A VITAL HUB FOR PROVIDING ACCESS TO INFORMATION AND RESOURCES THAT ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY.

EACH YEAR, THE STONEWALL CENTER WELCOMES OVER 10,000 VISITORS AND PROVIDES CONNECTIONS TO SERVICES FOR NEARLY 40,000 PEOPLE, PRIORITIZING PROGRAMS FOR THE MOST VULNERABLE AMONG US.

STONEWALL IS PROUD TO HAVE 500+ VOLUNTEERS AND PARTNER WITH NUMEROUS LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS. IN ADDITION TO PROGRAMS LIKE THE TRAILBLAZERS AND PRIDE OUR STRATEGY WILL ALWAYS BE TO WORK CLOSELY WITH EXISTING COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TO IDENTIFY GAPS IN SERVICES THAT WE CAN FILL AND CREATE TIMELY INITIATIVES WHERE STONEWALL’S COMMUNITY-WIDE REACH BRINGS ADDED VALUE.

STONEWALL

COLUMBUS

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

RONALD G. MURRAY (HE.HIM.HIS) PRESIDENT

MISSY ANDERSON (SHE.HER.HERS) VICE-PRESIDENT

TROY ALVARADO (HE.HIM.HIS) SECRETARY

JIAMEI (JZ) KNOX-ZHANG (SHE.HER.HERS) TREASURER

STERLING CLEMMONS (SHE.HER.HERS) COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT LIAISON

TRUSTEES

DR. TERRANCE BROOKS (HE.HIM.HIS)

JEFFREY CARTER (HE.HIM.HIS)

JULIA KLINGENBERG (SHE.HER.HERS)

GREGORY L. PRICE (HE.HIM.HIS)

K TERRY SMITH (THEY.THEM)

MARSHALL TROXELL (HE.HIM.HIS)

EX OFFICIO MEMBERS

DENSIL R. PORTEOUS (HE.THEY) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PRIDE STEERING COMMITTEE

STONEWALL COLUMBUS STAFF

DENSIL PORTEOUS (HE.THEY) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

ZAC BOYER (THEY.THEM) DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & MARKETING

KATHY CROWE (SHE.HER.HERS)

SR. COORDINATOR, COMMUNICATIONS & CREATIVE SERVICES

JEANNE HEALD (SHE.HER.HERS) DIRECTOR, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

CASSEY HELM (SHE.HER.HERS) MANAGER, ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS/

PRIDE EVENT COORDINATOR

SIERRA PRINCE (SHE.HER.HERS) MANAGER, BUSINESS & INFRASTRUCTURE/ PRIDE EVENT COORDINATOR

LEO RODRIGUEZ (HE.THEY) COORDINATOR, MARKETING & BUSINESS

LASHAYY WILLIAMS (SHE.HER.HERS) [HIV/STI] COMMUNITY HEALTH & WELLNESS NAVIGATOR

STAFF

CASSEY HELM (SHE.HER.HERS)

PRIDE EVENT COORDINATOR

SIERRA PRINCE (SHE.HER.HERS)

PRIDE EVENT COORDINATOR

LEO RODRIGUEZ (HE.THEY)

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR, COMMUNITY OFFICERS

STERLING CLEMMONS (SHE.THEY)

WE CAN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!

BOARD COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT LIAISON

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

TY CRENSHAW CHIEF OF SAFETY

EMMA PARKER OFFICIAL PRIDE PHOTOGRAPHER

CHAIRS

MARCH COMMITTEE CHAIRS

CRAIG TURNER (HE.HIM.HIS)

LYN “BUDDY” CONDICT (HE.HIM.HIS)

VENDOR CHAIR

BRIAN RENDER (HE.HIM.HIS)

ALEX VAN GULIJK (SHE.HER.HERS)

BEVERAGE & ICE MANAGEMENT CHAIR

JOANNE PLESCIA (SHE.HER.HERS)

NESIP DALMIS (HE.HIM.HIS)

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT CHAIR

JAMI PARKER (SHE.HER.HERS)

CATHI CASTRO (SHE.HER.HERS)

ACCESSIBILITY & PARKING CHAIR

HELYN MARSHALL (SHE.HER.HERS)

ELISE DEW (SHE.HER.HERS)

THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE PARTNERS!

PRIDE 365–Stonewall Columbus’ work is propelled by a number of corporate partners who generously support our programs. We believe in long-term, win-win partnerships that help our corporate partners reach their goals while contributing to our mission and work. Through their gift of dollars and time these companies demonstrate a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community here in Central Ohio. Do consider supporting these companies that support our community.