2025 Sponsors & Community Partners
Elected Officials
US Representative Lois Frankel
Palm Beach County Commissioner Gregg Weiss
Lake Worth Beach Mayor Betty Resch
Lake Worth Beach Commissioner Sarah Malega
Lake Worth Beach Commissioner Mimi May
Lake Worth Beach Commissioner Christopher McVoy
Lake Worth Beach Commissioner Anthony Segrich
West Palm Beach Commissioner Christy Fox
Community Sponsors
The PBC Human Rights Council
2025 Performers
DJ
Legato
Miss. Palm Beach Pride 2025
Sa’Mari Black Starr
Mr. Palm Beach Pride 2025
J Wolf Lenore
Legendary Gorgeous Gucci
House of Balenciaga
Why We Celebrate
The Stonewall Ball, usually held on the third or fourth Saturday in June, is Compass Community Center’s biggest annual event. It’s more than just a celebration; it honors the history and strength of the LGBTQ+ community while raising awareness about Compass’s important programs and services.
For over 35 years, Compass has been a key support system for LGBTQ+ individuals and those affected by HIV in Palm Beach County. The awareness raised through the Stonewall Ball helps provide critical support for programs, including:
HIV/AIDS insurance premium and co-pay programs
Peer-support and Social groups
Youth groups and activities
Free mental health services
Cultural competency trainings for government agencies, corporations, and small businesses
2025 Theme & Dress Code
Theme:
REDefined: The Art of Being Seen, Heard, and Felt
This year’s Stonewall Ball invites you to step into a bold, immersive experience that reimagines what it means to protect and uplift the LGBTQ+ community. Through visibility, voice, and connection, we honor the power of collective care. It’s a celebration of resilience—and a call to action to redefine what safety, advocacy, and love look like for us all.
Reclaiming Red:
Red is more than a color—it’s a symbol of strength, passion, and revolution. Often used to marginalize or silence, we’re reclaiming red as a color of fierce visibility, love in action, and community protection. Wear red to stand for those who’ve been unseen, unheard, and underserved—and to declare that our identities, stories, and safety are non-negotiable.
Dress Code:
Elevated Red • Statement-Making • Sensory-Inspired
We invite guests to wear red in all its forms—from deep scarlet to radiant crimson. Whether you choose a bold gown, a tailored suit, or expressive accessories, let your outfit reflect how you show up for your community. Think rich textures and sensory details: velvet, sequins, leather, tulle, silk, or anything that makes you feel seen, heard, and felt.
Red is power. Red is pride. REDefined.
#REDefined
#TheArtOfBeingSeen
#SeenHeardFelt
#LGBTQRedefined
#RedForResilience
Event Details
- VIP Awards · Live Entertainment · Silent Auction · Bites & Drinks
- Location:
Kravis Center at 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 - 7–9 PM: VIP Awards & Cocktail Reception
(VIP Ticket includes: Open Bar until 11pm, Hors d'oeuvres, & Dance Party access) - 9 PM–Midnight: Dance Party with DJ Legato
(General Admission includes: Special Performances & Cash Bar)
Sponsorship Details & Benefits
Make a difference by donating to our Silent Auction!
The benefits of donating include your company name and logo being prominently displayed alongside your donation, providing exceptional visibility to hundreds of community leaders, changemakers, and allies.
2026 Stonewall Ball Committee
Meet the team that makes the magic happen:
Chris Rhoades • Deon Jefferson • Dr. Rachel Needle • Joseph Kolb • Lena 'LA' Mims • Marc Pickering • Micah Skrodzki • Michael Mahon • Michael Riordan • Rodrigo 'Varito' Vásquez • Sarah Malega