Adam Shankman returns for the second year as
guest director of the evening. Known for his stint as a judge on So You Think You Can Dance, former choreographer for Janet Jackson and Paula Abdul, and director of feature films Hairspray, A Walk to Re- member, and Bringing Down The House, his variety of expertise is highly valued in the eclectic make up of Trevor LIVE. “His talent and direction are greatly appreci-
ated and respected, but the most wonderful thing Adam brings to the Trevor Project, is his commit- ment to the life saving and life affirming work we do. This is his way to give back,” McFarland said. The evening of irreverent comedy, music and
awards features more celebrities and show stop- pers than a red carpet awards show. Last year, Queen Latifah, Idina Menzel, Taye Diggs and the cast of Glee entertained attendees. The event also included special appearances by Jane Lynch, Emma Stone, Will Arnett, Dave Navarro and many more. The caliber of talent for this year’s event will be just as impressive. “This last year and a half has been a wake up call
for families, schools and communities to support youth, specifically LGBT youth. With our expertise in mental health, the Treavor Lifeline and Lifeguard workshops as well as TreavorSpace and Treav- orChat services, we’re constantly forging ahead with ways for youth to feel safer,” McFarland said. The organization relies heavily on Trevor LIVE
to bring new and existing donors to give back to the organization. A majority of the funds raised through the event go directly to support the life supporting services offered 365 days a year by The Trevor Project. “Today’s LGBT youth need to feel socially and emotionally supported. They need to be enabled through media attention and provided a stronger voice. All levels of government should be promot- ing healthy environments by prohibiting violence and bullying, creating safe spaces with adults and developing healthy communication. Until that happens there is still a need for the Trevor Project,” McFarland said about the organization’s future. With funds raised from Trevor LIVE and other
fundraising efforts, they will continue to take a leadership role in a number of different areas, focus on core subjects, continue to expand work- shops and work with educational leaders to create age-appropriate curriculum, trained facilitators and expand services throughout the country. Trevor will also continue its expansion as a leader in digital space—with Trevor Space and Trevor Chat, 23,000 youth in 48 countries connect and search for support. It is expected that Trevor Chat will be expanded to offer more coverage.
For more information on Trevor LIVE or the work of the Trevor Project, visit
trevorprojectlive.org
“We deal with crisis and suicide prevention every day of the year. This is a positive, uplifting and life-affirming evening celebrating the important work that we do.”
THE TREVOR PROJECT The Trevor Project was founded in 1998 by the creative forces behind the short film Trevor, the story of a gay 13- year old boy who, when rejected by friends because of his sexuality, makes an attempt to take his life. The filmmakers realized that some of the program’s young viewers might be facing the same kind of crisis as the main character Trevor. They dedicated themselves to forming what was a much-needed resource: an organiza- tion to promote acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth, and to aid in crisis and suicide prevention among that group. The Trevor Lifeline was established and became the first and only nationwide, around-the-clock crisis and suicide prevention lifeline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth. Volunteers answer more than 36,000 calls a year. Today, in addition to operating the crisis and suicide prevention lifeline, The Trevor Project provides online support to young people through the organization’s website, as well as lifesaving guidance and vital resources for educators and parents.
TICKET INFORMATION:
VIP TABLES: TITANIUM $25,000 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and ten Titanium front row priority VIP dinner seats PLATINUM $15,000 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and ten Platinum VIP priority dinner seats GOLD $10,000 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and ten Gold VIP preferred dinner seats SILVER $5,000 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and ten Silver VIP dinner seats CABARET TABLE $600 Upper mezzanine table for four. Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and light dinner buffet.
VIP TICKETS: TITANIUM $2,500 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and one Titanium front row VIP dinner seat PLATINUM $1,500 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and one Platinum VIP priority dinner seat GOLD $1,000 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and one Gold VIP preferred dinner seat SILVER $500 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and one Silver VIP dinner seat CABARET TICKET $150 Includes pre-reception silent auction, hosted bar and one Cabaret seat with light dinner buffet.
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