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One Colorado's Prism Awards

2023 Prism Awards

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Saturday, September 23rd from 6pm – 10pm
Denver Art Museum

The Prism Awards, formerly the Ally Awards, is One Colorado’s annual gala to honor individuals and organizations who have made a substantive difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ Coloradans and their families.

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About the Prism Awards

The evening will kick off with a cocktail reception and silent auction with a hosted bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Guests will then move to the pavilion and attendees will enjoy an awards ceremony with special guest speakers, delectable desserts, and champagne.

Tickets & Sponsorships

Tickets will be available for purchase until the evening of the Prism Awards on September 23rd.

If you would like to attend the event but are experiencing financial barriers, you can sign up to volunteer or email development@one-colorado.org for discount information.

All sponsorships should be received one month prior to the Prism Awards.

Tickets
Sponsorships

2023 Prism Awards Recipients

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Learn more about the Prism Award Recipients
Inside Out Youth Services

Inside Out Youth Services

Inside Out Youth Services is the leading nonprofit in the Tava-Kaavi (Pikes Peak) region dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA2+ young people ages 13- 24. At its community center in Colorado Springs, youth access a safer, affirming space where they can build friendships, connect with trusted adults, and find vital resources that support their well-being. Beyond the center, Inside Out offers training, advocacy, and community engagement to help create safer, more inclusive environments for LGBTQIA2+ youth throughout the region.
Jordan T. Garcia

Jordan T. Garcia

(he/him)
Jordan T. Garcia is the Program Director for the American Friends Service Committee's Colorado Immigrant Rights Program, where he has worked for 17 years. He facilitates Coloradans for Immigrant Rights and brings an anti-oppression lens to his leadership, rooted in Popular Education and Theater of the Oppressed. Jordan has served on multiple boards, including the Colorado Anti-Violence Program (now Survivors Organizing for Liberation), the Chinook Fund, and the Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training. He also co-founded the Luz Reproductive Justice Think Tank and the Underground Syringe Exchange Denver. Originally from San Antonio and raised in Kansas City, Jordan moved to Colorado in 1998 and earned his B.A. from Colorado College.
Telluride AIDS Benefit

Telluride AIDS Benefit

Telluride AIDS Benefit (TAB) is a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and providing critical support for HIV and AIDS prevention, education, and treatment. Through its iconic Telluride Fashion Week events, student-led initiatives, and year-round outreach efforts, TAB mobilizes the local and regional community to fight stigma, promote education, and fund essential services. Since its founding, TAB has raised millions of dollars for HIV-focused beneficiaries, empowering individuals, strengthening community connections, and fostering a more informed, compassionate world. TAB's work continues to support those most affected by HIV, including LGBTQIA+ communities and people living in rural areas, ensuring equitable access to care and resources.
Dr. Sean Iwamoto

Dr. Sean Iwamoto

(he/him)
Dr. Sean Iwamoto is a board-certified adult endocrinologist and assistant professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. He co-founded the UCHealth Integrated Transgender Program in 2017, providing care to transgender and gender diverse Coloradans. His research focuses on gender-affirming hormone therapy, cardiometabolic and bone health, and aging. Dr. Iwamoto has held leadership roles with the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, the VA's National LGBTQ+ Health Program, and the Endocrine Society. He is a mentor and is dedicated community advocate, having served as a Trevor Project counselor and continuing to volunteer with Project Angel Heart alongside his husband, Andy.
Aja Miyake-Mugler

Aja Miyake-Mugler

Aja is a rapper, dancer, and multifaceted artist. Deeply connected to her roots, Aja brings the energy and pride of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, to everything she does.
Instagram: @ajathekween
Minerva

Minerva

The alternative princess of Denver and founder, producer, and host of Colorado Drag Royale.
Instagram: @theminervaofficial
FUPA

FUPA

Denver’s biggest Drag Fartist, FUPA blends club kid absurdity with contemporary glam - embracing a SHE-EO and Business Tycoon fantasy.
Instagram: @fupa_official
Make a tangible impact on issues that directly affect our community

Make a tangible impact on issues that directly affect our community

Learn about the legislative process and how laws are made

Learn about the legislative process and how laws are made

Advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and equality in Colorado

Advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and equality in Colorado

Hops to the Polls with Lady Justice

Hops to the Polls with Lady Justice

Sunday, October 27th, 12pm - 2pm
Lady Justice - 3242 S. Acoma St.
Hops to the Polls with Odell Brewing

Hops to the Polls with Odell Brewing

Thursday, October 24th, 6pm - 8pm
Odell Brewing - 1625 Perry St.
Pops to the Polls with Cervecería Colorado

Pops to the Polls with Cervecería Colorado

Sunday, October 20th, 2pm - 4pm
Cervecería Colorado - 1635 Platte St.
Pops to the Polls with Champagne Tiger

Pops to the Polls with Champagne Tiger

Thursday, October 17th, 6pm - 8pm
Champagne Tiger - 601 E Colfax Ave
Hops to the Polls with Cerebral Brewing

Hops to the Polls with Cerebral Brewing

Thursday, September 26th, 6pm - 8pm
Cerebral Brewing - 1477 Monroe St, Denver, CO 80206
Hops to the Polls with Denver Beer Co.

Hops to the Polls with Denver Beer Co.

Sunday, September 22nd, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Denver Beer Co - 2409 Main St, Littleton, CO 80120
Hops to the Polls with Cerebral Brewing

Hops to the Polls with Cerebral Brewing

Sunday, September 8th, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Cerebral Brewing - Aurora Arts; 9990 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010
DJ Cyn

DJ Cyn

DJ Cyn has been curating music internationally for over 14 years, opening for artists such as Usher, Rob Base, Macy Grey, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Tyga, Doja Cat, Miguel, and more.
Instagram: @dj_cyn
Dana Zzyym

Dana Zzyym

they/them
Dana Zzyym (they/them) is an intersex activist, Coloradan, US Navy Veteran, and first US citizen to have an “X” sex/gender marker on their official US passport after an historic six year long lawsuit. They are currently the Associate Director of Intersex Campaign for Equality where they continue their activism work.
Alicia Roth Weigel

Alicia Roth Weigel

she/they
Alicia Roth Weigel is a writer and activist working to improve the landscape for marginalized populations in the South and worldwide through her firm, Intrepida Strategy. A Human Rights Commissioner for the City of Austin, she continually advocates for the rights of intersex people like her—work for which she has received numerous awards and which is featured in both Focus Features' documentary Every Body (directed by Julie Cohen of the film RBG) and her memoir Inverse Cowgirl. Over the past decade, Alicia has helmed nonprofits and political campaigns and has held various marketing and business development roles in Brazil, Angola, South Africa, and throughout the US. She has written for the New York Times and Time Magazine, has been interviewed by NPR's Terry Gross and the Washington Post's Jonathan Capehart and been featured in the Daily Mail, Forbes and more. She lives in Austin, Texas with her chihuahua Chiquita.
Mary-Ellen Maynard

Mary-Ellen Maynard

they/she
Mary-Ellen Maynard (they/she) has been a member of, first, the Lesbian Community, for at least 30 years and is now happily part of the more expansive LGBTQIA2S+ community. All told, they’ve been hanging out with the Queer folk for 40+ years. As a non-binary and intersex person, Mary-Ellen uses they and she pronouns. In one incarnation, they were a glass artist, selling primarily to the Lesbian and New Age markets into her fifties. Mary-Ellen had been semi-retired as an aspiring writer for 20+ years producing essays and LGBTQ+, sci-fi, solar punk, and, in particular, Intersex fiction. In 2020, the need to found a local LGBTQ+ organization in support of members of her community, young and old; overwhelmed her. If you do the math, you know that they’re reasonably old, very busy and thriving!
Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs

October 3, 2023
Penrose Library
Fort Collins

Fort Collins

October 4, 2023
R Bar
Salida

Salida

October 13, 2023
Location TBD
Jude Clinchard

Jude Clinchard

she, her, hers
Jude is a fierce activist for the LGBTQ+ community. She started her advocacy work at the age of nine by testifying for a Colorado Bill that allows transgender people to change the gender marker on their birth certificate without it being stamped “amended.” Jude testified for this bill eight times from 2016 to 2019. Due to her persistence and commitment to showing up every year the bill was ultimately named “Jude’s Law” when it finally passed in 2019.
Nadine Bridges, MSW

Nadine Bridges, MSW

she, her, hers
One Colorado Executive Director

Silent Auction

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More Event Details

Prism Awards Tickets
Prism Awards tickets include entry to the event at the Denver Art Museum, a hosted bar, and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Attendees will enjoy an awards ceremony with special guest speakers, delectable desserts, and champagne.

Purchase tickets here.

If you would like to attend the event but are experiencing financial barriers, you can sign up to volunteer or email development@one-colorado.org for discount information.
Event Sponsorship
Prism Awards Sponsor Packages

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Awards sponsors have significant opportunities for brand exposure and promotion through their support of One Colorado and this exclusive opportunity. Sponsorship of the 2023 Prism Awards gives sponsors access to other major One Colorado stakeholder events throughout the year.

‍2023 Prism Awards Sponsor Guide*

Please contact One Colorado’s Development Team at development@one-colorado.org.
Schedule
TBD
Attire
Bring your most fabulous self! Most attendees choose formal or semi-formal attire, but we encourage everyone to come as their authentic selves.
Other Questions
Feel free to email development@one-colorado.org with any questions you have.

2023 Sponsors

For more details about how you or your organization can become a proud sponsor of One Colorado's Prism Awards, please contact our team at development@one-colorado.org. We’ll look forward to hearing from you!

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Presenting Sponsor
Identity Healthcare and Hormones (Pink)
TAF (Pink)
Nine2626 (Pink)
Advantage Pest Management (Pink)
Elevate Strategic Consulting (Pink)
Wherry De Los Reyes (Pink)
Healthier Colorado (Pink)
Brighter Future for Colorado (Pink)
IOYS (Lobby Day)
RMEQ (Lobby Day)
PFLAG Denver (Lobby Day)
PFLAG Greeley (Lobby Day)
Beston Homes Team (Lobby Day)
Daniel Ramos & Jordan Pryczynski
Colorado West Pride
Black Pride
Ernst and Young
SE2 (Prism)
Beston Homes Team (Prism)
Alpine Bank (Prism)
Interfaith Alliance (Prism)
A+ Insight (Prism)
Cobalt (Prism)
BOK (Prism)
Climb CU (Prism)
Spherex (Prism)
Healthier Colorado (prism)
Snyder Memorials (Prism)
Petals and Pages (Prism)
League of Women Voters (Prism)
Headwaters Strategies (Prism)
Wherry De Los Reyes (Prism)
Verizon (Prism)
Pinnacol (Prism)
Venuhub (Prism)
Bank of America (Prism)
Fire and Bliss (Prism)
Kaiser Perm (Prism)
Odell Brewing Co (GOTV)
Denver Beer Co (GOTV)
Good Judy's (GOTV)
Lady Justice (GOTV)
Champagne Tiger (GOTV)
Cerveceria Colorado (GOTV)
Cerebral Brewing (GOTV)
Xcel Energy (GOTV)
Molson Coors (Pink Party)
Tracks (Pink Party)
HRM (Pink Party)
Wana (Pink Party)
Wana
Chevron
Xcel Energy
Shalom Park
Donor Alliance
Gilead
Molson Coors
Nelson Mullins
Johnson and Klein
Colorado AFL
Mile High
The Center on Colfax
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