2026 HRC Chicago Program Book by Human Rights Campaign

Saturday, October 24, 2026 Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Dear Friends, We are honored to serve as the Honorary Co-Chairs of the 2026 Human Rights Campaign Chicago Annual Dinner and to welcome you to an evening of community, celebration, and purpose. This year’s theme, Woven in Color: The Fabric of Our Future, is a celebration of the people, stories, identities, and experiences that make our community so extraordinary. Each of us brings a different thread to this movement. Some are bold and bright. Others are shaped by the people and generations who came before us. And when we weave those threads together, they become something stronger, more vibrant, and more beautiful than any one of us could create alone. That spirit of connection feels especially important right now. Across the country, LGBTQ+ people, particularly transgender young people and their families, continue to face attacks on their rights, freedoms, and ability to live openly and authentically. Yet, in communities everywhere, people like you are standing together to organize, advocate, and show up in our schools and workplaces, in our statehouses and neighborhoods, and wherever equality is at stake. The funds raised tonight fuel the work to defend LGBTQ+ rights, support the people on the front lines, and protect the progress generations of LGBTQ+ people and allies have worked so hard to achieve. Thank you for being here, for adding your thread to this incredible fabric, and for helping us weave a future where every LGBTQ+ person can live openly, authentically, and with the freedom to be exactly who they are. With gratitude and solidarity, Clarissa Flores & Hanako Greensmith Honorary co-chairs 2026 HRC Chicago Annual Dinner

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MEET THE

2026 HRC Chicago Annual Dinner Honorary Co-Chairs Clarissa Flores (She/Her) Clarissa Flores is a Chicago native, former Division I basketball player at Northwestern University. Flores is the founder and CEO of Level Sporting Club, Chicago’s women’s sports-focused destination in Wrigleyville. An alumna of Whitney Young High School, Flores has spent more than two decades in Chicago hospitality and nightlife. Through Level Sporting Club, she has created a space centered on women’s sports, LGBTQ+ visibility, inclusion, and community.

Hanako Greensmith (She/Her) Hanako Greensmith is an actress, singer, musician and writer best known for her role as paramedic Violet Mikami on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” Originally from the theater world, Greensmith graduated from Pace University with a BFA in Musical Theater. Following her graduation, she made an off-Broadway debut in “Lolita, My Love” and had appearances on “Bull” and “FBI” for CBS before joining the “Chicago Fire” cast. She has developed a strong connection to Chicago and is deeply honored to be a part of this evening and to be supporting HRC’s vital mission.

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Silent Auction Donors Allison Russell

Glessner House

Reba McEntire

Apothecary General Goods

Guthries Tavern

Roscoe Village Bikes

Art Institute of Chicago

Hanako Greensmith

Sanders Fine Portraits

Aubri Ruiz

Hopleaf Chicago

Shane Ouyang

Avli Taverna

House Wine

Brandi Carlile/Looking Out Foundation

Human Rights Campaign

Sheraton Grand Riverwalk Chicago

Caleb Williams

Jason Knight – Knight Life Ceramics

Campo Golf Club

Jayson Home

Cheetah Gym

Jennifer Hudson Show

Chef Art Smith’s Reunion

Jessica Brand

Chef Curtis Duffy

Jessica Leyva & KC Bevis

Chicago Athletic Clubs

Joffrey Ballet

Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Josh Kercher

Coda di Volpe

Karma Club

Commonwealth Tavern

Kate Pryor

Cubbington’s Cabinet

Kimberly Schwaar

Dance Center Evanston

Kismet

Daniel George

Koval Distillery

Daniel Otto & John Barry

Kristen Chenoweth

David Joseph

League of Chicago Theatres

Definition Theater Company

Lilliput Books

Denim Lounge

Lilstreet Art Center

Early to Bed

Matt Rodrigues

Esmé Chicago

Medspa Andersonville

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Michael LaConte

Ferrara Candy Company

Michael Ward

First Ascent Climbing & Fitness

Natalie Santoro

Flora Florist

Nobu Hotel

Foursided Chicago Full Kit Andersonville

NBC Universal PRP Wine International Pump Underwear

Shure Steppenwolf Theater Company Sunda New Asian Tavern on Rush The Auditorium Theatre The Goodman Theatre The Green Room Salon The Langham Hotels & Resorts The Magic Parlour The Second City The Vintage Note Tiffany & Co. Tony Odisho Tracy and Gina Gershon True Rest Float Spa Tryst Hospitality Überlube Uncle Nearest Underthings Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar Vanille Patisserie Vintage Luxe Up Weinstein Photography Windy City Ceramics

*As of October 16

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Community Circle The Organ Family Senator Cristina Castro Monte Roach & Julie Mokdessi

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Special Thanks Julie Anderton Auction Committee, Board of Directors Katy Becko Pre-dinner Events, Table Captain Committee Jessica Brand-Reid Political Action Community, Engagement Committee Ari Craven Volunteer Production Aimee Deepenbrock Table Captain Committee Jackson Dougan Pre-dinner Events Aurelie Gallagher Graphic Design

Kolbey Gardner Communications Committee, Digital Engagement, Political Action Community Engagement Committee Hunter Kelly Auction Committee Adam Lanter Federal Club Co-chair Board Of Governors Ulysses Lechuga Communications Committee, Digital Engagement Stephen J. Lewis Communications Committee, Digital Engagement Lead, Auction Committee, Board of Governors

Syke Mahmood Volunteer Production, Auction Committee Corey McClain Political Action Community Engagement Committee, Board of Governors David Prince Auction Committee Nettie Reynolds Volunteer Production Melissa Vos Corporate Development & Sponsorship Committee Michel Ward Auction Committee Brent Winch Pre-dinner Events

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2026 HRC Chicago Dinner Leadership Team

Tory Mitchell

JoAnn Killackey

Ryan Schwaar

Dinner Program Liaison

Event Co-chair

Corporate Engagement Liaison

Table Captain Committee

Steering Committee Co-chair

Area Representative

Volunteer Engagement Committee Board of Governors

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Thank You

F R O M T H E C H I C AG O H U M A N R I G H T S C A M PA I G N BOARD OF GOVERNOR S Dear Friends & Supporters, On behalf of the Human Rights Campaign Chicago Steering Committee’s Board of Governors, thank you for joining us at this year’s HRC Chicago Annual Dinner and for standing with us in the fight for equality. This year’s theme, Woven in Color: The Fabric of Our Future, reflects the strength of our community and the power of our collective voices. Each of us brings a unique story, perspective, and passion to this movement. When we come together, our individual threads create something stronger, more vibrant, and more resilient than any one of us could achieve alone. Your presence and generosity are a powerful reminder that our work is far from finished. At a time when LGBTQ+ rights and freedoms face growing challenges, your support helps fuel the advocacy, education, and grassroots efforts that move us closer to a future where everyone can live authentically, safely, and with dignity. We are especially grateful for the community of advocates, allies, volunteers, donors, and leaders who make this work possible. Whether this was your first HRC dinner or one of many, you are an essential part of the fabric of this movement. Thank you for being part of this extraordinary evening, for investing in our mission, and for helping us weave a future where equality is not just an aspiration, but a reality for all. Together, we are stronger. Together, we move forward. Together, we are woven in color. In solidarity & gratitude, Adam, Co, JoAnn, Stephen and Tory Chicago Board of Governors

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HRC Chicago Steering Committee Leadership BOARD OF GOVERNOR S

JoAnn Killackey (She/Her) JoAnn began volunteering with the Human Rights Campaign in 2021 and joined the Steering Committee the following year. She has served as Dinner Co-Chair since 2023. A dedicated ally, JoAnn is deeply committed to advancing equality and protecting LGBTQ+ youth. Before joining HRC, she was a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project. “She now serves as the Annual Dinner Co-Chair & Volunteer Engagement Co-Chair - both roles that align perfectly with her passion for connecting people to HRC’s mission and empowering volunteers to use their skills in the fight for full equality.

Adam Lanter (He/Him) Adam has volunteered with the Human Rights Campaign for more than 15 years, serving both the Columbus, Ohio and Chicago communities, and is honored to serve on the National Board of Governors. His nonprofit work includes serving on the Board of Trustees for BalletMet, where he co-founded MetPremier, a young professionals group supporting the arts. He also led the Kaleidoscope Youth Center Endowment Fund Committee, advancing resources and safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth. He and his husband have lived in Chicago for four years. Professionally, Adam is a Partner and Account Executive with USI Insurance Services, advising companies on medical insurance and employee benefits.

Stephen Lewis (He/Him) Stephen has been a volunteer with the Human Rights Campaign Chicago for the past 10 years. He officially joined the Chicago Steering Committee in 2024 and the HRC Board of Governors in spring 2026. Passionate about intersectionality within the LGBTQ+ community, Stephen believes in the power of storytelling to change hearts and minds. Since joining the Steering Committee, he has led communication and digital engagement efforts and served on the events and dinner auction committees. His commitment to community extends beyond HRC, including mentoring Chicago Public School students and volunteering with All Stars Chicago. A North Carolina native and proud Chicagoan for the past 26 years, Stephen is a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and filmmaker who is currently media relations specialist at Northwestern University. In his spare time, you can often find him riding his Peloton bike, enjoying a meal at one of Chicago’s fabulous restaurants or taking in a play or musical at one of the city’s many diverse theaters. He and his husband have been together for 28 years.

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HRC Chicago Steering Committee Leadership BOARD OF GOVERNOR S

Co McClain (He/Him) Co’s equality journey started with a simple volunteer shift at an HRC booth in Minnesota—and sparked a now life-long passion for HRC, its mission, and the organization’s deep connections within the community. Co’s Minnesota HRC work focused on reviving the local HRC efforts and chairing the Minnesota Gala. Now, after 15 years away Co has returned “home” to Chicago and could not be happier to be part of the Chicago Steering Committee. By day, Co channels his leadership into software consulting as a director, having made the leap after a decade in Higher Education. Outside of work, his hobbies include the gym, sharp fashion, and deep dives into Sailor Moon lore. Most importantly: Co is actively husband hunting. If you’ve got great style and better banter, inquiries are warmly welcomed.

Tory Michell (He/Him) Tory began volunteering with the Human Rights Campaign in 2016 as part of the Dinner Program General Volunteer Team. After a successful introduction to HRC, he joined the Chicago Steering Committee in 2017, contributing to the Membership Outreach and Volunteer Engagement Committees. He went on to serve as Dinner Co-Chair in both 2018 and 2019, later joining the National Board of Governors. In his current role, Tory serves as Area Representative and Liaison to the Digital Engagement, Dinner, and Corporate Committees—helping bridge national strategy with local action to advance HRC’s mission across communities. Tory has also served in various capacities on HRC’s National Executive Board, continuing his long-standing commitment to building equality through leadership, collaboration, and connection.

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HRC Chicago Steering Committee BOARD OF DIRECTOR S

Julie Anderton (She/Her) Chicago Julie joined HRC’s Board of Directors in the fall of 2026. Her leadership in the LGBTQ+ movement began in 1991 as president of the Edinboro Gay Organization in Pennsylvania. She joined HRC Indiana in 2005, serving on multiple committees, joining the Board of Governors, and becoming vice-chair of Indiana Equality. After moving to Chicago in 2012, she joined the HRC Chicago Steering Committee in 2015 and the Board of Governors in 2016. She has since held numerous leadership roles, including Membership Outreach co-chair, Federal Club Board Liaison, Chicago Dinner Silent Auction co-chair, and National Executive Committee Board Development co-chair. Julie has spent her career in software engineering and has been with Salesforce since 2012, where she is a Lead Engineer and active member of Outforce, the company’s LGBTQ+ employee resource group. Originally from Pennsylvania, she holds a BS in Business Administration from Edinboro University. She lives in Chicago with her dog, Georgie, and enjoys being the “best aunt ever” to her four “niecephews.”

Marcus O. McElroy (He/Him) At Large Marcus has been an HRC volunteer since 1998, serving on steering committees in the Twin Cities, Chicago, and Seattle. He has held numerous leadership roles including Federal Club Co-Chair in Seattle and currently in Chicago, and has served on HRC’s Federal Club Council for the past decade. A native of Sheffield, Alabama, Marcus is a change management leader whose career spans aerospace, technology, and global business strategy, including work as a rocket scientist at NASA. Beyond HRC, he has served on the board of the Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League and mentored young people through Big Brothers Big Sisters for more than a decade. An avid traveler, Marcus has visited six continents, 42 countries, all 50 U.S. states, and eight Canadian provinces. He is studying Portuguese, German, Spanish, and French, and can already say “thank you” in 45 languages.

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Mary F. Morten (She/Her) CO M M U N I T Y I M PAC T AWA R D Mary F. Morten is the Founder and President of Morten Group, a national consulting firm established in November 2001 to focus on clients in the nonprofit, for-profit, and foundation fields. Morten Group is a multiracial, cross-generational group of professionals — an intentional component of their organizational values. The firm focuses on diversity, racial equity, and inclusion, executive placements, research, and organizational development. Mary launched her podcast on nonprofits, foundations, and equity and inclusion topics in 2019. “Gathering Ground” can be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen. Mary is currently a part of the “Imagine Your Impact “ exhibit at the Obama Presidential Center Museum. Her documentary, “Woke Up Black,” which follows five Black youth from the Chicago area, has been part of her broader work documenting and uplifting Black voices and experiences is profiled in the museum. Previous positions include Associate Director, Interim Executive Director, and Board President of Chicago Foundation for Women, the region’s largest women’s fund; as well as leadership roles at Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers (CLAIM); and Howard Brown Health Mary’s career started in the public policy and community development fields working on job creation at the Women’s SelfEmployment Project and Jobs for Youth. Mary is a past Director of the Office of Violence Prevention for the Chicago Department of Public Health. Prior to this position, Mary was an appointee for Mayor Richard M. Daley and served as the LGBTQ liaison. She has remained a steadfast advocate of reproductive justice having served as a former board chair of the Chicago Abortion Fund and on Planned Parenthood of Illinois board of Directors. Mary holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications with an emphasis in Radio and Television from Loyola University Chicago and is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Association of Consultants to Nonprofits. Mary is currently serving on the board of Rockwood Leadership Institute’s Executive Committee as Secretary.

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Archy Jamjun (He/Him) CO M M U N I T Y I M PAC T AWA R D Archy Jamjun is an award-winning storyteller, curator, performer and coach whose work celebrates the power of personal narratives, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. He is the curator and co-host of Outspoken LGBTQ Stories, presented at Sidetrack in Chicago and Skeleton Key Brewery in Woodridge in partnership with Youth Outlook. He also serves as a storytelling coach for AIDS Foundation Chicago, helping others develop and share their stories. A twotime winner of The Moth GrandSLAM in Chicago, Archy has been featured on The Moth Radio Hour and The Moth Mainstage and has performed at storytelling festivals and events across the country for more than a decade. Archy holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a master’s degree in creative nonfiction from Roosevelt University. His solo show, A Boy & A Diva, debuted at the 2019 Filet of Solo Storytelling Festival, followed by Talk to Her, which premiered this spring at the Speakstory Series at Shepherd University in West Virginia. Through his performances, coaching and community storytelling initiatives, Archy brings humor, vulnerability and authenticity to the stage, creating opportunities for connection through the stories we tell.

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Aubrey Damned Belle E V E N I N G E N T E R TA I N M E N T A little bit country, a whole lot of fabulous! We are thrilled to welcome drag artist Aubrey Damned Belle to the 2026 HRC Chicago Dinner. Aubrey is known for her gorgeous looks, big personality and unforgettable performances. She is a Chicago-based drag performer, host, designer and wig stylist who has performed throughout Chicago’s drag scene, including Roscoe’s, Splash Chicago and Half Acre events. She was also Miss Gay City of Festivals USofA 2024 and has appeared at PrideFest Milwaukee. Follow Aubrey on Instagram @aubreydamned

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T H A N K YO U T O O U R

Table Captains Stacy Ambrozich

Mary & Eric Kurbat

Julie Anderton

George Langlois & Clem Taylor

Eileen Bobek

Adam Lanter & Shyam Raj

John Barry & Daniel Otto

Stephen J. Lewis & E. Patrick Johnson

Constellation Aimee Depenbrock Ferrara Clarissa Flores Donna Gallagher Hanako Greensmith

Co McClain Brian McGuinness Asher McMaher Tory Mitchell & Neo Sun Mitchell David Prince & Howard Lee

Andy Gammil

Jonathan Spradling

Byron Hoover & John Lehmann III

Laura Tanner

Joel Jackson

Terra Therapos

Hunter Kelly

United Airlines

Chris & JoAnn Killackey

University of Chicago Health System

Grace & Cate Killackey Ian Kirson

Michael Ward

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Our Honorary Political Committee Our Honorary Political Committee Members are public servants who stand with the Human Rights Campaign in striving to end discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and realize a world that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all. Their participation is voluntary and doesn’t constitute an endorsement by the Human Rights Campaign.

CIT Y OF CHICAGO Alderperson Ruth Cruz Alderperson Brendan Reilly Alderperson Maria Hadden

30th Ward 42nd Ward 49th Ward

COOK COUNT Y Toni Preckwinkle Board President Commissioner Bridget Degnen 12th District Commissioner Kevin Morrison 15th District

L AKE COUNT Y Board Member Jessica Vealitzek Board Member Sara Knizhnik

10th District 18th District

FEDER AL U.S. House of Representatives Delia C. Ramirez IL-03 Sean Casten IL-06 Bill Foster IL-11 Nikki Budzinski IL-13 Eric Sorensen IL-17 U.S. Senate Senator Tammy Duckworth

S TAT E O F I L L I N O I S Juliana Stratton, Current Illinois Lieutenant Governor Christian Mitchell, Democratic Nominee for Lieutenant Governor Senate Javier L. Cervantes Laura Ellman Cristina Castro Laura Murphy Mary Edly-Allen Rachel Ventura Meg Loughran Cappel

House of Representatives Lilian Jiménez 4th District Yolonda Morris 9th District Ann Williams 11th District Margaret Croke 12th District Hoan Huynh 13th District Mike Kelly 15th District Kevin John Olickal 16th District Lindsey LaPointe 19th District Michael Crawford 31st District Tracy Katz Muhl 57th District Bob Morgan 58th District Rita Mayfield 60th District Joyce Mason 61st District

1st District 21st District 22nd District 28th District 31st District 43rd District 49th District

Your rights depend upon it.

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After Party : A Ballroom Experience Following the conclusion of the dinner program, the celebration continues in the Fountainview Room (1st Floor adjacent to the bar) with a special ballroom presentation featuring Summer Balmain and Iris Balmain. Experience the artistry, energy, and fierce expression of ballroom culture as they bring the spirit of the ballroom scene to the HRC Chicago dance floor.

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WHAT WE DO The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer equality. Since 1980, we have been fighting for a better future for LGBTQ+ Americans. We are now working tirelessly to pass the Equality Act, which will soon head to the U.S. Senate for consideration, fight back against a multitude of anti-LGBTQ+ legis-lation in states nationwide and ensure everyone in our community is treated with dignity and respect. While our opponents are emboldened and on the attack, the Human Rights Campaign and our grass-roots army of more than 3.2 million members and supporters are energetically defending the rights we’ve gained and ramping up our fight for full equality across the board.

ANTI-EQUALITY LEADERS AND LEGISLATION

The alarming spate of anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced across the country in 2020 has continued to surge in 2021. These include bills that would prohibit transgender youth from receiving genderaffirming care and bills that would prohibit transgender youth from participating in sports. This wave of anti-transgender legislation harkens back to the surge of anti-transgender bathroom bills that hit state legislatures in 2016, including North Carolina’s HB2. We remain committed to aggressively fighting these threats to equality by those who seek to undermine our rights. HRC will do whatever it takes to protect the rights and fundamental equality of every LGBTQ+ person in this country.

BUILDING AND DEMONSTRATING POLITICAL POWER

HRC’s decades-long work to build political power has uniquely positioned us to reach LGBTQ+ and ally voters who prioritize equality on the ballot, also known as Equality Voters. HRC has identified 57 million Equality Voters nationwide who, if they turn out to vote, will support pro-equality candidates. HRC’s early and sustained year-round engagement in battleground states like Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin bolstered historic turnout in 2018 and 2020 producing pro-equality outcomes at every level of government. In 2019, HRC’s mobilization of Equality Voters in Virginia, where lawmakers had repeatedly blocked proequality bills over many years, produced groundbreaking progress for LGBTQ+ Americans in the South. These victories led to the Virginia Values Act becoming law, making Virginia the first state in the South to advance statewide nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people.

ADVANCING EQUALITY IN OUR DAILY LIVES

The HRC Foundation improves the lives LGBTQ+ people by building understanding and shaping the public debate of LGBTQ+ people and the challenges they face through innovative research and public education campaigns. We also change the policies and practices in the institutions that shape our everyday lives (hospitals, schools, workplaces, and more) and empower strategic partners, community advocates, and allies through convenings and capacity-building. Guided by these theories of change and seeking to prioritize work impacting those who are multiply marginalized, we have 11 cuttingedge programs advancing equality in the U.S. and beyond.

All Children - All Families is the only national program

dedicated to LGBTQ+ inclusion in child welfare (foster care and adoption agencies) that provides resource development, technical assistance and training.

Public Education & Research produces written resources and conducts original quantitative and qualitative research exploring the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people. Global Partnerships provides capacity-building and leadership development opportunities to LGBTQ+ advocates from around the world to strengthen movements and advance global LGBTQ+ equality. HBCU Program is the only national project that partners with Historically Black Colleges and Universities on establishing an LGBTQ+-inclusive campus climate. Health & Aging provides resources and training to help thousands of healthcare facilities adopt inclusive policies and practices to better serve LGBTQ+ patients and employees. HIV & Health Equity develops public education and capacitybuilding programs to address the disproportionate impact of HIV on Black and Latinx communities. Religion & Faith provides faith leaders with opportunities

and tools to stand up for equality even as opponents attempt to weaponize faith against LGBTQ+ people.

Transgender Justice Initiative leads economic empowerment programs, capacity-building initiatives, community engagement efforts, and public safety education campaigns that combat the discrimination faced by transgender people. Welcoming Schools is the only bias-based bullying prevention program in the nation to provide LGBTQ+-specific training and resources with an intersectional lens, developed for use in elementary schools. Workplace Equality advances equality for LGBTQ+ workers through the adoption and implementation of inclusive policies, practices, and benefits in the U.S. and beyond.

Youth Well-Being provides professional development to over 5,000 youth-serving professionals annually, through the annual Time to THRIVE conference, webinars, participation at major national convenings, and by amplifying the stories of HRC Youth Ambassadors. The program also convenes HRC’s Parents for Transgender Equality Council. Updated 10-26-2021

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.

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HOST A FUNDRAISER

HRC MEMBER

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DONATE YOUR WEDDING REGISTRY

FLY A FLAG

GIVE THE GIFT OF EQUALITY TODAY hrc.im/WaysToGive

GIVE A MEMBERSHIP FOR HOLIDAYS & SPECIAL OCCASIONS

DONATE IN HONOR OR MEMORY OF 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!

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HRC in ACTION The most impactful way to support HRC is through a monthly gift, because you will help fuel HRC’s fight for FULL equality all year long. Your ongoing monthly support will provide critical resources to fight back against anti-LGBTQ+ bills, expand and protect our pro-equality Congress, invest more deeply in our grassroots efforts with strategic organizing in key districts, keep pressure to pass the Equality Act in Congress and continue to show up and fight for the multiply marginalized in our community and country. Thank you for supporting HRC and for staying with us in the fight. Together, we are an unstoppable force for change! Join Now

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INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE

OF THOSE RATED ON HRC FOUNDATION’S 2021 CEI…

99%

of CEI-rated employers explicitly include gender identity as a part of their non-discrimination policy.

49% of CEI-rated employers

allow employees the option to selfidentify as LGBTQ+ in anonymous employee engagement surveys or as part of data collection on confidential employee forms or in the HRIS system.

94 % 600+

OF FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES

have non-discrimination protections that include gender identity,

UP FROM 3% IN 2002.

major employers have adopted workplace gender transition guidelines.

Over its 19-year history, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index has been the driving force for the adoption of equitable workplace policies, practices and benefits for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people in the United States and beyond. Participating companies know that building an LGBTQ+-inclusive workplace is not just the right thing to do, it is also the best business decision and allows companies to attract, retain and engage top talent. Their commitment to building inclusion has only strengthened over the past year, with a record-breaking number of corporations achieving top marks.

91%

of all CEI-rated businesses offer transgenderinclusive health insurance coverage, up from 0 in 2002 and 22 times as many businesses as 12 years ago.

87%

of all CEI-rated businesses offer transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage while also eliminating blanket exclusions for medically necessary care in all other employer-sponsored plans.

Opportunity for all. When we work to facilitate a diverse, inclusive workforce, we unlock our creative spirit and create the tomorrow we wish to see. For everyone.

We’re inspired by you. At Ecolab, we’re proud of our LGBTQ+ employees for their tenacity and diligence in helping to make Ecolab a top place to work. Our company and culture are thriving—all because of the remarkable work and diverse perspectives of our 48,000 associates worldwide. Together, we’re helping our world become cleaner, safer and healthier.

Our impact is strengthened by our unique backgrounds and experiences.

Own your future. Impact what matters. Explore opportunities and join our talent network to stay connected with us at jobs.ecolab.com Learn more about LGBTQ+ benefits in our LGBTQ+ Resources Guide on the Working Here page

Maximizing the Potential of All of Our People At Goldman Sachs, we know that diversity, equity and inclusion are pivotal to our success and culture of excellence. We proudly sponsor the Human Rights Campaign and support its mission to promote the equality of the LGBTQ+ community and achieve fairness for all.

Proud to be ourselves At Merck, we bring our whole selves to work and bring out the best in each other. Diverse perspectives help us build stronger teams, advance science, and deliver for patients everywhere. See how pride powers everything we do at merck.com

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At Regeneron, we have a responsibility and commitment to fostering our culture of inclusion. We strive to be a place where you can be yourself and succeed by fully embracing and supporting our LGBTQ+ colleagues.

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Valuing every voice To embrace inclusion, everyone in the room has a voice – a voice that can bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. At Shell in the USA, we are striving to be one of the most diverse and inclusive organizations in the world, putting the best minds to work on developing solutions to the energy challenges we all face. We are moving forward with organizations that champion opportunity for the LGBT+ community because we are moving forward with everybody. www.shell.us/forward

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.

Underwriting Equality Through Action: • Signing amici curiae in support of LGBTQ+ rights for workers • Partnering with HRC to share stories, experiences, and resources • Maintaining top scores on the Corporate Equality Index, the HRC Foundation’s annual scorecard assessing LGBTQ+ workplace equality, for the third year in a row • Providing financial support to organizations promoting equality, including the National Black Justice Coalition and the Transgender Law Center • Promoting diversity across our own ecosystem through a dedicated effort to increase gender representation on our portfolio companies’ boards • Creating an inclusive environment through signage in our offices that encourages employees and guests to use the restroom that bests fits their gender expression

ZIMMER BIOMET IS COMMITTED

to creating, supporting and celebrating diverse and equal workplaces and communities, and is a proud corporate sponsor of the Human Rights Campaign. Zimmer Biomet. Moving You Forward.™ Find out more at

www.zimmerbiomet.com

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Moving You Forward.™

Weaving inclusion, diversity and true equality into the fabric of our future… one company at a time. We learn and grow together when all perspectives and voices in our communities are seen and heard. In this spirit, we are proud to support the Human Rights Campaign.

PRAIRIE CAPITAL 191 North Wacker Drive, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60606 Office: 312.360.1133 / www.prairie-capital.com

All Things

EQUAL

At Barilla, we believe that everyone deserves to enjoy a pasta meal with their loved ones. For over a decade, Barilla has taken meaningful actions to create an open, inclusive, and respectful work environment that promotes and supports our LGBTQ+ community. With programming that ranges from empowering VOCE, Barilla’s LGBTQ+ employee resource group, to participating in a culinary arts training program for LGBTQ+ students, to sponsoring initiatives like HRC’s annual gala and more, we are committed to the fight for equality for all. To learn about our diversity, equity, and inclusion work, visit:

Ferrara and our Evoke Pride Business Resource Group are proud to partner with Human Rights Campaign to develop a more afﬁrming, inclusive, and equitable community.

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Inclusive teams Engaged communities Stronger outcomes Jenner & Block builds a culture where inclusion and engagement drive innovation and collaboration. We create opportunities for every voice to be heard and every team member to grow, strengthening our firm, our community, and the legal profession.

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