Launched in 2015 by past Pride Bands Presidents Doug Litwin, Russell Ben Williams, Judy Ames, Robb Blackwell, Adam DeRosa and Betsy Smith, the Presidents Circle recognizes annual contributions of $500 or more to support Pride Bands special events.

We are thankful for the donors who have joined Presidents Circle these past nine years. They have contributed more than $133,000 to help Pride Bands participate in special events like Stonewall 50-WorldPride 2019 and to assist in funding commissioned pieces. Individuals who have donated to the fund for in 2024 are listed to the right.

Recognition Criteria

The Presidents Circle recognizes donors whose leadership gifts equal or exceed $500 within a conference year. Gifts of cash between each Pride Bands Alliance conference will be recognized by membership in the Presidents Circle.

Donor Benefits

• A “Presidents Circle” sticker on the name tag of all current members at the annual Pride Bands Conference.
• An annual Honor Roll listing current Presidents Circle members on the Pride Bands website and in the concert program at the annual conference.
• Recognition of the Presidents Circle members at the conference concert by the current Pride Bands President.
• Priority registration for Pride Bands Alliance Special Events.
• A Special Presidents Circle Reception during the Pride Bands Alliance Conference.

Payments may be made as a one-time payment or as a pledge to donate over 10 years.

Founders Circle recognizes donors who have made gifts of $5,000 or more to Pride Bands Alliance. 

Through the Legacy Circle, we remember the memorial and estate donations of our beloved benefactors.