I don’t know about you, but I am looking forward to some cooler weather. I am also looking forward to seeing all our members at all our upcoming Fall events. Our schedule is packed with fun for everyone. As we close out September, we wanted to let you know what we’ve been up to.

We had blast at Metrobar at our Sapphic Social last Sunday. We raised a little over $800 to support our scholarship and outreach work. Special thanks to Elle Camino who performed and donated her tips, and to DJ L Stackz who kept us moving with the tunes.

On September 18th our Board VP Grace spent a day with Maryland Parks and Recreation at the 2SLGBTQIA+ Summit. She shared her story of competing as an out athlete and what participation in LGBTQ sporting has done for her life. Then she shared resources with the rest of the conference attendees.

This month we also welcomed 3 new board members and a new intern. Joe Scavetta will be our board member for External Relations and Legal, Adam Luddeke will be our board member for Marketing & Social Media, Kelsey Touré will be our At Large board member and will also co-chair the scholarship committee. Our new intern is Varunavee Mohanraj who comes to us from George Washington University.

Our work to Build Community Through Sport cannot continue without you. From putting on Pride Night OUT Series, to our anti-discrimination work in sporting, to our Scholarship for LGBTQ athletes in the DMV community; we could not do the work we do without your involvement. As we look towards 2025, World Pride, and beyond we need to build a stronger reserve and ask for your financial support. Every time you attend a Pride Night OUT a small portion is given to our operating fund. The more tickets we sell the Want to make a greater impact? Become a monthly sustainer. Our sustainers get exclusive invites VIP events and discounted Night OUT tickets. Now through December 31st, anyone that signs up to become a monthly sustainer at the $50 level or more will receive the 10pack pride night out ticket

JOIN TEAM DC AT ONE OF OUR UPCOMING EVENTS

Night OUT or Rather Day OUT at the Washington Commanders

October 6th at 1 PM

The Washington Commanders are proud to welcome the LGBTQIA+ community for our 4th annual Pride Night OUT! Join us for a matchup against the Cleveland Browns on October 6th at 1 PM! Bus service will be provided from the parking lot behind Wundergarten in NOMA, leaving at 10 AM.
The Pregame Pride Party* Pass and Club Level (300) game ticket includes:
-Premier Party Location & Club Level
-All you can eat buffet
-Beer and wine (2)
-An exclusive Commanders Pride T-Shirt
-Pregame Entertainment
-Post game photo on the field
*Pregame Pride Party passes are limited, so act fast to take advantage of this great deal.

Lower Level (100-200s) and Upper-Level (400) game tickets include:
-An exclusive Commanders Pride T-Shirt
-Post game photo on the field

SIDE SHOW BINGO NOVEMBER 2ND @ 1PM

The Circus has always been in town, we've just never let it get too wild. Drop your inhibitions and join us for Side Show Bingo at HOOK HALL. With Bingo Games, Fabulous Prizes, Side Show ACTS and feats of strength. We are going to put the Fun in Fundraiser but we promise no clowns.  
Your Ring Mistresses of Ceremony will be Ms. Patty May Boom Boom & Margarita Swirls along with all their friends…

Drink Specials, Afternoon snacks and more. Tickets includes 1 bingo card per round, but you can increase your odds of winning by purchasing more. All proceeds will benefit Team DC and our Scholarship and Outreach Programming.   

SAVE THE DATE
Night of Champions Gala 
Saturday, April 5, 2025

Team DC’s annual event to honor local LGBTQ+ sports leaders as well as the recipients of the 2025 College Scholarships. 

Join our 45+ member organizations and Team DC as we celebrate a Night of Champions. Team DC will honor a new class of college bound LGBTQ+ athletes. We will also celebrate local LGBTQ+ leaders and educators making a difference in our community.

Cocktail and silent auction reception 6:00PM, dinner and awards 7:30.
Hilton National Mall/Wharf,  480 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024

Team DC Seeking Champions Award Nominations

The MVP Award recognizes individuals that have made a significant contribution to their sport club or tournament over the past year or two.
The Trailblazer Award recognizes individuals or member organizations that have worked for many years to support and in some cases, establish their teams and tournaments. 
The Community Support Award recognizes individuals, organizations or businesses that have supported the teams and the entire LGBT sporting community.
The Clark Ray Horizon Award recognizes educators, coaches, athletic directors, and staff who have demonstrated support for LGBTQ high school students, particularly students who compete in sports. The recognition comes with a $500 cash award.

The Washington DSeahorses are proud to announce that they are hosting their annual Monumental Water Polo Tournament this year on October 5th and 6th. The DSeahorses are the DC metro area's only masters water polo club for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.

We'll be hosting 14 teams from across the country to play a total of 36 games between 8:30AM-5:00PM on Saturday (8/5) and 9:00AM-4:00PM on Sunday (8/6). Come out to support the DSeahorses and watch some water polo at Takoma Aquatic Center!They’ll 14 teams from across the country to play a total of 36 games between 8:30AM-5:00PM on Saturday (8/5) and 9:00AM-4:00PM on Sunday (8/6). Come out to support the DSeahorses and watch some water polo at Takoma Aquatic Center!

DC Front Runners Monthly LGBTQ+ Women, Trans, & Non-Binary Run

Contact [email protected] for more info.

Have you ever thought about being a foster parent? Becoming a foster parent is an awarding way to change the course of a child's life by providing love, trust, hope and a stable home for children who have been separated from their families due to neglect and abuse. The National Center for Children and Families has served children and families in the DMV since 1915. They want to continue providing a safe space for children with your support. Call or text 657-522-0770 or visit us at nccf-cares.org/become-a-foster-parent/ to find out more.

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