Advocates & Allies: Turning Protest into Policy
Thursday, October 1st, 2026
5:00 pm – 8:00pm | The Fives, Columbus, OH
We’ve shown up. We’ve pushed back. And we’re not done yet!
On October 1st, Equality Ohio invites you to celebrate alongside your community members, advocates, and allies who show up all year, in every way they can, from the streets to the statehouse and everywhere in between.
We’ll celebrate what we’ve won, face what’s still at stake, and take next steps together on Ohio’s Roadmap Back to Equality. Join us at The Fives in Columbus for an evening built around the belief that lived and legal equality for every Ohioan is worth fighting for!
The evening features awards honors the advocates and allies doing the work, plus a look at our organization, where things stand, a silent auction, heavy appetizers, drinks, and learning how you can fuel what comes next.
Photography by Every Angle Photography.
Join us this October!
Reception – $75
Includes entry from 6-8pm at The Fives, one (1) drink ticket, heavy appetizers, silent auction access, awards presentation, program updates, and ways you can fuel the moment.
Happy Hour Add-on Option – $25
Kick off the evening early! This add-on includes entry to our 5 – 6pm Happy Hour at The Fives, for a closer meet-and-greet with the artists and community members at the forefront of Ohio’s equality movement. Available as an add-on to the $75 Reception Ticket only – please purchase both to attend the full evening! Limited space available.
Reminder:
Discounted tickets are available for members, young professionals, and retirees.
Meet the Advocates and Allies of 2026!
Equality Ohio recognizes the individuals and groups whose courage, commitment, and tireless work move Ohio closer to lived and legal equality for every Ohioan.
Check back here or follow our social media! This year’s honorees will be announced beginning in September.
Advocates & Allies is made possible by the generous support of businesses and organizations committed to lived and legal equality.
Interested in sponsoring? We’d love to have you at the table! Sponsorships put your name behind work that matters, in front of an engaged, values-driven community. Check out our sponsorship packet for opportunities, then reach out to developmentstaff@equalityohio.org to ask questions or get involved!
2025 Sponsors for Advocates & Allies
Logos coming soon!