Overheard in Orlando: Aid an ally

Overheard in Orlando: Aid an ally

You know where you are?
You’re in the Jungle Baby, and you’re gonna dance! The new gala-fundraiser for the Center gets a brand new name, Welcome to the Jungle, a Savage Soiree, previously titled Jungle Fever has a new name and will be held on June 17. The event page on Facebook promises a night of dancing (courtesy of DJ Twisted Dee), silent auction, casino and surprise performances. The invite also suggest that costumes are not required but highly suggested, and although a location has yet to be named, we’re already picking out various animal print patterns for the big night.

Zebra Hopes-ta Win-a
The Zebra Coalition is hoping you share their post and hashtag it #WinABellaGala. By doing so, you will increase the chances for the Zebra Coalition to win a $25,000 gala thrown by the beautiful Bella Colina. The venue, popular in the wedding markets and seen in our 2015 LGBT Wedding Guide, looks like it was plucked right out of Tuscany and placed in the beautiful hills of Monteverde, FL – minutes outside from Downtown Orlando. On February 17, The Bella Collina met with the Zebra Coalition as they were in the running for the Win a Bella Gala. Visit the Zebra Coalition’s Facebook page and share and hashtag the post to increase their chances to win.

A chance to Help
Long before same-sex marriages became legal in Florida and across the nation, many people in the community fought for equality; this included our straight allies. One of whom is performance artist Brian Feldman. Back in 2010, Brian Feldman didn’t agree with the antiquated laws banning same-sex couples to wed. He took an approach that raised eyebrows and made people aware how easy it was for two strangers to marry but not two people who love each other. Brian placed an ad asking a stranger to meet him at the courthouse and to marry. After the three-day waiting period, this happened. Due to the brave steps of our allies, this eventually helped the cause to allow for same-sex marriage. Many of those Brian stepped up for are now asking for help. In Washington, D.C., Brian was attacked by a gang. The attack has resulted in medical bills as well as the fear he now has where he resides. A GoFundMe (Help For Brian)was set up to assist him with these bills and to relocate to a safer neighborhood. As we have gone to press, nearly $13,000 out of the $20,000 was raised.

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