2025 LGBTQ+ Progress Awards

Join us for the 11th Annual LGBTQ+ Progress Awards in Milwaukee on Thursday, August 7 at Potawatomi Casino & Hotel! With your support, we can make great strides in Milwaukee and beyond. Event hosted by Ruthie and Peter Burgelis.

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗘𝗦:
EQUALITY: Pathfinders
MEDIA: WUWM
ACTIVISM: DA Leonard & Michael Ross
PHILANTHROPY: Maria Cadenas
ARTS: Dale Gutzman
EDUCATION: Jeff Morin
PIONEER: Diane "Legs" Gregory
BUSINESS: Bill Wardlow

Since 2015 the Shepherd Express has recognized individuals, organizations and businesses that have made significant positive, lasting impact on the LGBTQ community’s progress in its struggle for equality. The awards represent all facets of the community from the arts, entertainment and education to social justice and philanthropy.

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