Presidents Circle

The Presidents Circle recognizes the visionary individuals whose personal dedication and philanthropic investments enable the Pride Bands Alliance to fulfill our mission of pride and visibility through music.

Launched in 2015 by past Pride Bands Presidents Doug Litwin, Russell Ben Williams, Judy Ames, Robb Blackwell, Adam DeRosa and Betsy Smith, the Presidents Circle recognizes annual contributions of $500 or more to support Pride Bands special events.

We are thankful for the donors who have joined Presidents Circle these past nine years. They have contributed more than $133,000 to help Pride Bands participate in special events like Stonewall 50-WorldPride 2019 and to assist in funding commissioned pieces. Individuals who have donated to the fund though 2026 are listed to the right.

Recognition Criteria

The Presidents Circle recognizes donors whose leadership gifts equal or exceed $500 within a conference year. Gifts of cash between each Pride Bands Alliance conference will be recognized by membership in the Presidents Circle.

Founders Circle recognizes donors who have made gifts of $5,000 or more to Pride Bands Alliance. 

Donor Benefits

  • A “Presidents Circle” sticker on the name tag of all current members at the annual Pride Bands Conference.
  • An annual Honor Roll listing current Presidents Circle members on the Pride Bands website and in the concert program at the annual conference.
  • Recognition of the Presidents Circle members at the conference concert by the current Pride Bands President.
  • Priority registration for Pride Bands Alliance Special Events.
  • A Special Presidents Circle Reception during the Pride Bands Alliance Conference.


Payments may be made as a one-time payment or as a pledge to donate over 10 years. Please email treasurer@pridebands.org to set up a donation schedule that best suits your needs. 

Pride Bands Alliance is incorporated as a non-profit corporation in Washington, D.C. and 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Status by the IRS (EIN 52-1394807). All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. 

2026 Donor Circles

Presidents Circle

Aaron Rambo & William Leschorn

Alfredo Gomez Jr.

Clifton Norris & Dr. Christopher Palazzolo

Dan Bassett & Francis Lyn

David Tomola

Dencil White

Denise Montiel

Denny Richard

Derek Lougee

Doug Litwin

Gary Carroll

Gary Moline

Gwen-Marie Lerch & Kathy Morris

Harvey Zuckman & Phil Oxman

Jadine Louie

Jason B. LeBrun & Jason A. Dixon

Jessie Davis

Juan C. Canasi & Joe Kennedy 

Judy Ames & Laura Whitbeck

Lisa Mace & Nancy Wintle

Mary Beth Alsdorf & Jan Wesson

Melissa Terrell

Miranda Rodriquez

Moira Wilmes & Denni Harp

Nanette King & Susan Gurney

Nicole Fallin & Mandi MacDonald

Patrice Mustaafaa

Peter Knaup

Randy Sampson & David Cooperman

Rick Vaughan

Robb Blackwell

Russell Ben Williams

Sean Casey

Sofia Bitela

Timothy D. Erickson

Founders Circle

Adam DeRosa & John Garcia

Alison Jordan & Fran Long

Betsy Smith & Cindy Braunheim

Blake Velde & Brian Fisher

David Doan

David E. McBee

Deborah Hirsch & Teresa Clemens

Eddie Young

Judy Ames & Laura Whitbeck

Julian Lander

Kevin Taylor & Michael Moore

Michael Mehr

Zef Hernandez-Hersh & Aric Hersh

Legacy Circle

Debra Hunt & Connie Moore

Loren McGlade

Steve Messina