2025 Donald R. Hallman LGBTQ Veterans Recognition Ceremony

Join Stonewall Columbus as we honor the legacy, courage, and service of LGBTQ+ veterans through the Donald R. Hallman LGBTQ+ Veterans Recognition Ceremony.

This year’s program, themed “A Legacy of Courage,” highlights the stories of veterans who paved the way toward open service and those who continue to serve authentically today. The evening will include a banquet-style meal, a reflective tribute to past honorees, and a presentation of the 2025 Donald R. Hallman Notable LGBTQ+ Veterans of History.

Together, we celebrate the resilience and patriotism of those who served—then, now, and always.

Event Details: 
Join us for an evening of appreciation of our LGBTQ Veterans. We will acknowledge and thank these honorees for their service to country and community during a brief recognition presentation.

• 5:30pm
  • Doors open
  • Banquet-style meal
• 6:15pm
  • Speaking program begins
• 7:30pm
  • Program/Event ends

Let us take a moment to recognize all of our past recipients:

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  • Cindy Turvy
  • Rupert “Twink” Starr

*Denotes military spouse recipient

Visit stonewallcolumbus.org/veterans for more information.

Thank you for your service!

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