Rubén Herrera BDay Fundraiser for Community Pride

This Saturday, August 27 at 5pm at the Vanderelli Room, we will be celebrating the life and lasting impact of Rubén Castilla Herrera. This annual celebration is held around the time of Rubén's birthday.

This year, we are making this event a fundraiser for Columbus Community Pride (CCP)!

Some background on CCP in their own words from their website:

"Community Pride arose from the need to move queer and trans people of color from the margins to the center. It arose from the need to reject police from our spaces, because we know well how the police seek to punish and destroy people like us. It arose from the need to be treated like full, vibrant people instead of like a marketable demographic. If you’re looking for meaningless rainbow capitalism, Stonewall Columbus has plenty of that to offer. But if you’re looking to celebrate in a way that truly pays homage to our radical legacy and that prioritizes people over profit, then join us with Community Pride! We host a series of fun, free events throughout Pride month in June and a free outdoor festival in the fall. Support grassroots, QTPOC (Queer and Trans People of Color)-led projects and come to Community Pride!"

Rubén had the opportunity to attend the first CCP in 2018, and it was a moving and empowering experience. He felt true safety, comfort, and freedom in that space. We aim to uplift and support this needed event through our celebration of Rubén's life and legacy.

A portion of the proceeds will be used to reimburse expenses incurred in preparation and execution of the event.