LEGAL SERVICES
BANK
FITNESS CLUB/GYM
ACLU of Maryland
Bank of America
Merritt Athletic Club
The Maryland ACLU works to ensure that all people in the state can lead their lives free from discrimination and unwarranted government intrusion. Runner-up: Free State Legal Project
SUPERMARKET/GROCERY
Wegman’s
Runner-up: Trader Joe’s
HEALTH CARE PROVIDER
Chase Brexton Health Services
Insured. Uninsured. Chase Brexton provides LGBT-centered, expert medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare for all because everyone’s health matters. Runner-up: Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
MENTAL HEALTH
Hearts & Ears
In a new location and under new management, Hearts & Ears is a peer support wellness and recovery center that assists members of the LGBTQI community who struggle with mental health issues. Runner-up: Women’s Growth Center
PROUD TO WORK EMPLOYER
Target
This nationwide retailer scores 100 in HRC's 2013 Corporate Equality Index. Runner-up: Whole Foods
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION
Baltimore GLBTQ Social and Professional Group
A diverse group of GLBTQ folks and their straight friends who meetup regularly for non-bar events that include dinners, hiking, trips, etc. Runners-up: Maryland Gay and Lesbian Lawyers Association tied with Starbucks Pride Alliance Partner Network
BALTIMOREGAYLIFE.COM
This nationwide bank scores 100 in HRC's 2013 Corporate Equality Index. Runner-up: PNC
CAR RENTAL
Zipcar
Including Downtown Athletic Club and other locations, MAC is the best in group fitness, personal training, aquatics, family and kids fitness programs, and more! Runner-up: Mt. Vernon Fitness
Runner-up: Enterprise
MUSEUM
TELECOM
American Visionary Arts Museum
Verizon
Runner-up: AT&T
BUSINESS TRAVEL
Southwest/AirTran Runner-up: Amtrak
BUSINESS ACCOMMODATIONS
Hyatt Hotels
Runner-up: Wyndham Hotels
PROUD TO PLAY MUSIC/DANCE
Club Hippo
Thanks to everyone who voted Club Hippo as the music and dance spot in Baltimore that brings them the most Pride! Every Wednesday, Gay Bingo at the Hippo benefits The GLCCB. Runner-up: Grand Central
BAR/PUB
Leon’s/Triple L
Triple L (Leon's Leather Lounge), is attached to Leon's, Maryland’s oldest gay bar. Runner-up: Baltimore Eagle
THEATER
Centerstage
An artistically driven institution committed to engaging, educating, and expanding the horizons of diverse audiences through challenging and thought-provoking theater. Runner-up: France-Merrick PAC (Hippodrome)
Chase Brexton Health Services CEO Richard Larison and Board President Kim Price Photo by terra hiltner
America’s official national museum and education center for intuitive, selftaught artistry. Runner-up: The Walters Art Museum
GALLERY
Metro Gallery
Metro Gallery is a multi-use arts space in the Station North Arts & Entertainment District featuring contemporary art, live music, film, and a bar. Runner-up: Station North Arts Café Gallery
Bank of America Volunteers at Baltimore Pride 2012 Photo by Anthony Moll
RESTAURANT
City Café
Everything from coffee in the cafe to drinks and American fare in the dining room. Runner-up: Gertrude’s at the BMA
Verizon Volunteers at Baltimore Pride 2012 Photo by Anthony Moll
ADULT SHOP
Sugar
A lesbian-owned, women- and trans-operated sex shop that helps people of all genders and orientations experience their own unique sexuality with shameless joy and passion. Runner-up: Chained Desires
FESTIVAL
Metro Gallery Photo by Josh Novel
Baltimore Pride Festival Baltimore Pride has celebrated the diversity of our community for more than 35 years. Events include the Parade, Block Party, Festival, and much more. Runner-up: Baltimore Book Festival
Baltimore Pride Festival 2012
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