More than 650 supporters turned out to this year’s Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Palm Springs • Coachella Valley Garden Party marking the 25th anniversary of this beloved desert event.
The stylish gathering held at the iconic Dinah Shore Estate brough out community leaders, advocates, supporters and allies for an afternoon of celebration and recognition of the people and partnerships advancing LGBTQ+ equality.
Newly elected Democratic Congressmember Marni Von Wilpert (CA-48) was also in attendance to thank supporters for their commitment, celebrate the campaign’s success, and reaffirm her dedication to fighting for the values and priorities of the Coachella Valley community.
The event also recognized two distinguished honorees:
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Michael Childers, acclaimed photographer and philanthropist, received the HRC Community Impact Award for his artistic legacy and decades of charitable contributions benefiting LGBTQ+ organizations and the Coachella Valley community. Presented by TCM Host Dave Karger
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Marc Malkin, Variety Senior Culture & Events Editor, receiving the HRC Visibility Award for his contributions to LGBTQ+ representation and visibility in entertainment journalism. Presented by ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING Screenwriter, Director AND Producer – Dustin Lance Black.
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The Palm Springs Garden Party has been recognized by HRC as its Best Signature Community Fundraising Event for three consecutive years, 2023–2025.
