- Outstanding Nonprofit Organization: Anti-Defamation League (ADL), led by Bruce DeBoskey, was selected for its work to stop hatred and foster a culture of safety in schools. ADL’s No Place for Hate campaign empowers schools to promote respect for individual and group differences while challenging bigotry, discrimination, and bullying.
- Outstanding Public Official: Colorado State Senator John Morse has been an active and prominent voice in support of LGBT people. He unequivocally supported legislation in 2008 that made it illegal to discriminate against LGBT people in public accommodations and housing. Although he faced harsh criticism by opponents, he stood steadfast in his support.
- Outstanding Community Supporter: Ray Aguilera is affectionately known as the grandfather of Pueblo. He is most often recognized for his work with the Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation, helping young people step on the path to higher education. He is also a tireless champion for poor people working to improve their neighborhoods, job prospects, personal safety, and opportunities for their children.
- Stonewall Award for Gay and Transgender Rights: Colorado Anti-Violence Program (CAVP), led by Crystal Middlestadt and Kelly Costello. When a young, Latina woman named Angie Zapata was brutally murdered in Greeley, Colorado because she was transgender, the CAVP was an inspiring source of leadership and support. It responded to the crime by educating the police and the media, informing the District Attorney about Colorado’s Hate Crimes Law and its relevance to the murder, and providing daily support to the family of Angie Zapata.
- Youth Advocate for Excellence: K.C. Heim is a high school student committed to improving the lives of others. At Coronado High School, he enhanced the safety of all students by creating a Gay/Straight Alliance. As a transgender person, K.C. courageously shared his experiences so that others like him never felt isolated or unsafe in their high school environment.