[ video not available ] Samantha Giusti, executive director of DVLF, talks about the philanthropic organization that raises money for LGBTQ programs and initiatives. Source: http://wogl.cbslocal.com/2017/04/11/philadelphia-agenda-dvlf/

2017 Heroes Honorees

Honors individuals whose work and leadership advance the rights of the LGBT community. dvlf.org Source: http://www.fox29.com/good-day/247401571-video

HEROES was started 11years ago to honor individuals whose work and leadership advance the rights of the LGBT community. Through the nomination process we seek to identify youth, adults, non-profits, straight-allies & businesses who have bold ideas, act with selfless intention, are admired for their integrity, and are regarded as courageous in advancing the equality of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, & transgender community in the Delaware Valley and beyond. DVLF honors these Hero

The Delaware Valley Legacy Fund's Heroes Brunch is happening Sunday afternoon in Old City. Source: http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/entertainment/the-scene/_Heroes-Brunch_-Supporting-LGBTQ-Community_Philadelphia-418651063.html

Weekend Picks: First Friday, Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, Sakura Sunday In Fairmount Park And More The weather is supposed to be beautiful and sunny in Philadelphia this weekend with temperatures reaching 65 degrees (yes, spring!) and tons of great al fresco events that allow Philadelphians and visitors to take full advantage of the weather. The weekend starts off with First Friday events at galleries, bars and museums, and the Philadelphia Phillies Home Opener at Citizens

The morning of Samantha Giusti’s wedding, she awoke in Old City and took a short walk over to the historical marker at 6th and Chestnut. Symbolic because it commemorates July 4, 1965: the day Philadelphia LGBT activists marched near Independence Hall, demanding equal rights. Four years before the Stonewall Riots in New York, it was the first major LGBT visibility march in United States history. “I walked over to that marker and I thanked them, the heroes and pioneers who came

The event, now in its 11th year, continues to celebrate a diverse array of LGBTQ community leaders. In its 11th year, DVLF Heroes celebrates people whose deeds positively affect the LGBTQ community. “Reading through the community’s submitted nominations, I was struck by all the incredible work by individuals and organizations to build and strengthen our community,” said Samantha Giusti, DVLF’s executive director. “This year’s slate of awardees have been leaders in securing th