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CHAIR LETTER
Dear Friends,
On behalf of the Human Rights Campaign, we are delighted to welcome you to the 2025 San Francisco Bay Area Dinner! It is truly an honor to have you here with us tonight as we come together in support of equality, inclusion, and justice for the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you are a long-time advocate or joining us for the first time, your presence and dedication are helping drive meaningful change in our communities, our country, and beyond.
The work of HRC has never been more urgent. Across this nation, we’ve seen fear dressed up as policy and prejudice parading as principle. But the story of our community has never been written by fear. It has been written by courage … by people who stood up, spoke out, and refused to turn back.
And that’s why we gather at this event. Not to dwell on what divides us, but to remember what connects us: the belief that every person deserves to live openly, love freely, and walk through this world without fear.
San Francisco and the Bay Area have long been a beacon of hope and activism, standing at the forefront of the movement for civil rights. It’s also fitting that we meet during this time of year: a season that transcends any single faith or tradition. As the days grow shorter and the nights stretch longer, we feel the pull of darkness. And yet, across cultures and centuries, humanity has always answered that darkness in the same way: with light.
During the holiday season, we often light candles, build fires, and open our homes to one another. It reminds us all that light can outlast even the longest night. Let this evening be about that light and about the people who carry it.
This evening, we celebrate the incredible work of the Human Rights Campaign, whose efforts continue to shape the national conversation around LGBTQ+ equality. We also honor those who have made significant contributions to this movement—our trailblazing honorees, our generous sponsors, and you, our attendees, who fuel this movement with your passion and generosity.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to equality. We hope you leave tonight inspired, energized, and ready to take bold action. Together, we will continue to build a world where love always triumphs over hate, and where every person, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, can live their truth freely and proudly.
Sincerely,
GRANT MILLER & STEPHEN GAMBOA
2025 HRC SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA CHAIRS
Along life’s journey, let’s travel together.
American Airlines is a longstanding partner of the Human Rights Campaign.
American is a proud advocate for LGBTQ rights in Washington DC and beyond.
BRANDON WOLF
HRC SPEAKER
Brandon Wolf is a nationally recognized advocate for LGBTQ+ civil rights and gun safety and a survivor of the 2016 shooting at Orlando’s Pulse Nightclub. He is a frequent face on MSNBC and CNN, and an opinion contributor in Oprah Daily, Newsweek, USA Today, and others. Brandon has graced the cover of Dazed Magazine and LGBTQ publications nationwide, having been named one of the Logo TV’s 30 LGBTQ Changemakers, Huffington Post’s 30 LGBTQ Influencers under 30 and Out Magazine’s 100 Most Influential LGBTQ People.
He was a national surrogate for Senator Elizabeth Warren’s Presidential Campaign and an advisory committee member for President Biden’s General Election bid. In 2019, he became the first survivor of the Pulse tragedy to testify before Congress and was returned in 2022 to testify on the rise of anti-LGBTQ hate violence before the House Oversight Committee. Brandon is a co-founder of The Dru Project, a nonprofit organization that empowers safe spaces in schools for LGBTQ youth, and currently serves as National Press Secretary for the Human Rights Campaign.
His debut memoir, “A Place for Us”, was released in July 2023 and became an instant bestseller.
MAX PARKER VISIBILITY AWARD
Max Parker is a British actor who was born and raised in Manchester and trained at Arts Educational Schools in London. He is best known for playing Mikhail in ‘Vampire Academy’ for Peacock, Luke Posner in ‘Emmerdale’ for ITV, King Henry in Netflix series ‘Blood, Sex and Royalty’ and most recently Manni in ‘DR WHO’ for BBC and Disney. He has also appeared in ‘Cobra’ for Sky, ‘World on Fire’ and ‘Casualty’ for the BBC and the feature film ‘Love Sarah’. He stars as one of the leads in Netflix’s new military drama ‘BOOTS’ playing the role of Sullivan.
Building a future that belongs to everyone
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HONEY MAHOGANY
TRAILBLAZER AWARD
Honey Mahogany (she/they) is a performer, small business owner, and activist who grew up in San Francisco. Honey received her Masters in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley, and her work as an advocate, culture creator, and change maker has earned her recognition from the City of San Francisco; the State of California; Sainthood from the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence; and awards from numerous organizations including Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom; The GLIDE Center for Social Justice; and the Women’s Foundation of California. Honey is a co-founder and served as the inaugural Executive Director of San Francisco’s Transgender District, is a founding queen of Drag Story Hour, a co-owner of the Stud Bar, and a singer with nu-metal group Commando. Currently, Honey works as the Director of the Office of Trans Initiatives in San Francisco, is Chair-Emerita of the San Francisco Democratic Party, and served as a Delegate to the Democratic National Committee in 2024.
SPEAKER EMERITA NANCY PELOSI
SPECIAL GUEST
Nancy Pelosi served as the 52nd Speaker of the House of Representatives, having made history in 2007 when she was elected the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House. She made history again in January 2019 when she regained her position second-in-line to the presidency – the first person to do so in more than six decades.
Pelosi is the chief architect of generation-defining legislation under two Democratic administrations, including the Affordable Care Act and the American Rescue Plan. She led House Democrats for 20 years and previously served as House Democratic Whip. In 2013, she was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Seneca Falls, the birthplace of the American women’s rights movement. In 2024, she was awarded by President Biden the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor.
Pelosi has represented San Francisco in Congress for 37 years. Currently serving as Speaker Emerita of the House and as the Representative for California’s 11th Congressional District, she is fighting For The People to lower costs, grow paychecks and create jobs.
Pelosi comes from a strong family tradition of public service. Her late father, Thomas D’Alesandro Jr., served as Mayor of Baltimore for twelve years, after representing the city for five terms in Congress. Her brother, Thomas D’Alesandro III, also served as Mayor of Baltimore. She graduated from Trinity College in Washington, D.C. She and her husband, Paul Pelosi, a native of San Francisco, have five grown children and ten grandchildren.
DANA GOLDBERG
COMEDIAN
As seen on TBS, ABC, LOGO, and Last Comic Standing, veteran comedian Dana Goldberg is a force of nature on stage. With performances at the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, The Comedy Festival produced by TBS and HBO, and the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland; her quick wit and playful stage presence have her earning loyal fans across the country and abroad.
A crowd favorite, Goldberg has become a triple threat combining her comedy, hosting, and live auction talents to become one of the most sought after entertainers on the circuit. Voted one of the “Top Five Funniest Lesbians In America,” Curve magazine raves, “Goldberg is one of the brightest lights in a stellar comedy landscape.” Advocate.com named Goldberg one of the top three LGBT comedians in the nation.
In addition to headlining clubs, theaters and festivals around the country, Goldberg has performed at and emceed dozens of high profile events and has shared the national stage with luminaries such as President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, former President Bill Clinton, Meryl Streep, Katy Perry, Kerry Washington, Jennifer Lopez, Carol Burnett, Sir Elton John, Mariah Carey, Shonda Rhimes, and many more.
Combining her gift of humor with humanitarian efforts, Goldberg has raised over 20 million dollars for non-profits around the country in the fight for marriage equality, LGBT rights, women’s health, and HIV and AIDS education and prevention. As the youngest child in a single parent household run by a Jewish mother in which two of three kids are gay, Goldberg helps keep most of the comedy venues and half of the psychotherapists in the country in business.
For more information on Dana Goldberg visit danagoldberg.com
GIVE THE GIFT OF EQUALITY
This year, celebrate your loved ones, holidays or other special occasions by giving the gift of equality! Gift a membership to the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, host a fundraiser to benefit our work, sign up for our wedding registry or donate in someone’s memory! Each donation includes an HRC membership and furthers the fight for full LGBTQ+ equality.
GIVE A MEMBERSHIP GOAL HRC MEMBER
HOST A FUNDRAISER FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY, GRADUATION, PRIDE OR MO RE .. .
DONATE YOUR WEDDING REGISTRY
GIV E TH E GIF
FLY A FLAG
FOR HOLIDAYS & SPECIAL OCCASIO NS
DONATE IN HONOR OR ME MO RY O F SOMEONE
Celebrating a special occasion and looking to further LGBTQ+ equality? Join our over 3 million supporters today by giving the gift of membership, hosting a fundraiser, donating your wedding registry to HRC and more!
Target is dedicated to fostering inclusivity for everyone – our team members, guests, supply partners, and the more than 2,000 communities we’re proud to serve.
We all have ambitions. And working together, valuing each other and respecting our uniqueness creates the best environment for us to achieve them.
Our ambition is bold, to help the world get to net zero by 2050 or sooner. That’s why we value diversity and put being inclusive at the heart of how we operate. It’s also why we’re recognized as a top employer by the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index.
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We're proud to support the work of the Human Rights Campaign to uplift those left behind and those on their way, ensuring everyone has the right and advantage to fully participate in the global economy.
Starbucks supports LGBTQIA2+ partners and communities
We do this by fostering an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and experiences. We are at our best when we create safe, inclusive environments for people to connect over coffee.
Everybody.
At Apple, we’re committed to using our voice to advocate for LGBTQ+ people and the freedoms they deserve. Because we believe everybody should have the right to be free from discrimination.
We proudly support the Human Rights Campaign and stand with you to build a better future.
The National Union of Healthcare Workers is a 19,000-strong member-led movement for quality patient care and a stronger voice in the workplace. Learn more about our work at nuhw.org/about.
OUR PRIDE FLIES NONSTOP.
At Alaska, we are longtime supporters of the LGBTQ+ community and remain committed to a more equitable society.
The HU MAN R I G HTS CAM PAI G N salutes our National Partners based in the SAN FRAN CI S CO area.
T HANK YO U
DECEMBER 6, 2025
