61st Annual Diana Country Dinner Promises Unforgettable Sunday FundayHouston, TX – The Diana Foundation is thrilled to announce our highly anticipated 61st Annual Country Dinner, set to take place on Sunday, November 3, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. This year, the event will be hosted at the vibrant Lustre Pearl Houston, featuring an exciting lineup of entertainment that is sure to make it one of the best Sunday Funday events of the season. |
Ann J. Robison to Receive Foundation’s Highest Honor, The Diana Award for Community Achievement at Diana 69The Diana Foundation, America’s oldest continuously active gay organization, will honor The Montrose Center's Executive Director and community activist Ann J. Robison with its Diana Award for Community Achievement at the 69th Diana Awards on Saturday, April 2, 2022. |
The Diana Foundation Gives Back in 2021The Diana Foundation distributed $12,500 to our local beneficiaries during our 1st Wednesday Happy Hour at JR's Bar & Grill. Thanks to our fundraising efforts throughout the past year during a very difficult COVID-19 Pandemic. It was brought to our attention by several of our beneficiaries during the check presentation that we were the only LGBTQ organization in Houston to successfully raise and distribute funds to their organization during the pandemic.
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New Officers Elected for 2021-2022On April 21, 2021, the annual nomination of officers took place via eBallot. The board members are made up of five officers and four members-at-large. Nominations for all five officers and three of the members-at-large took place and closed on April 30, 2021.
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The Diana Foundation and FIX Vodka Announce SponsorshipThe Diana Foundation is proud to announce our new partnership with FIX Vodka. FIX Vodka has agreed to become an annual sponsor for Diana events. |
Frank Billingsley to Receive Foundation’s Highest Honor, The Diana Award for Community Achievement at Diana 67The Diana Foundation, America’s oldest continuously active gay organization, will honor Houston meteorologist and community activist Frank Billingsley with its Diana Award for Community Achievement at the 67th Diana Awards on Saturday, March 14. |
Vote Now For Diana!The Diana Foundation has been nominated again this year for a few Gayest and Greatest awards by OutSmart magazine readers. Historically The Diana Foundation is nominated for several categories, and this year is no different. Show your support and let's bring home as many awards as we can this year! Use your vote as a means of allowing your voice to ring loud and clear who you support. |
New Officers Elected for 2019-2020On April 17, 2019 at the monthly membership meeting, the annual nomination of officers took place. The board members is made up of five officers and four members-at-large. Nominations for all five officers and two of the members-at-large took place at the April meeting. |
The Diana Foundation Releases New 65-Year History BookFor nearly a decade, an independent committee has worked to publish the written history of The Diana Foundation, which is the oldest continuously active gay organization in the United States. The book, “The Diana Foundation: 65 Years of History,” chronicles a full 65-year history of the organization. Author Brandon Wolf was joined by members of The Diana Foundation Book Project Committee to celebrate the release of the book at a special event on May 5 at the Westin Memorial City Hotel.
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Diana 66 is the Route to Fun and Antics on March 23The 66th Diana Awards show will take place on Saturday, March 23 at the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice. The Diana Foundation hosts its annual comedic roast of Houston’s finest, and features live entertainment, dinner, open bar, and many special surprises. Tickets are on sale now for one of Houston’s funniest and most comedic black-tie events. |
The Diana Foundation Partners with the UH LibraryThe Diana Foundation is partnering with the University of Houston Libraries to begin an oral history project to record our members' stories of Houston's LGBTQ community and our experiences as a member of the longest, continuous LGBTQ organization in the country. The oral history project will be a part of our very own archives at the University of Houston M.D. Anderson Library Special Collections.
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2018-2019 Beneficiary Program and ApplicationThe Diana Foundation is seeking deserving organizations to apply to become a 2018-2019 beneficiary. Our beneficiary recipient(s) will be announced in October 2018. We invite non-profit 501(c)3 organizations that are dedicated to the Houston area community to apply today and let us know how Diana can give back. Applications must be postmarked by September 1, 2018. Click to learn more. |
2019-2020 Beneficiary Program and ApplicationThe Diana Foundation is seeking deserving organizations to apply to become a 2019-2020 beneficiary. Our beneficiary recipient(s) will be announced in November 2019. We invite non-profit 501(c)3 organizations that are dedicated to the Houston area community to apply today and let us know how Diana can give back. Applications must be postmarked by September 30, 2019. |
The Diana Foundation Gives Back in 2017-2018The Diana Foundation distributed $18,500 to our local beneficiaries at our membership meeting on July 18, 2017. Thanks to our fundraising efforts throughout the past year and especially our overly successful 65th Awards Show, we almost doubled what we had planned to distribute this year.
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America’s Oldest Gay Organization Establishes Archive at the University of HoustonThe Diana Foundation signed its official agreement with the University of Houston’s MD Anderson Library Special Collections to establish The Diana Foundation Historic Archive. Historical Diana documents, video, and memorabilia will be donated to the archive and be shared with the general public for research purposes. Thanks to the extraordinary services of the University, materials will be preserved and digitized. The archive will become its own subsection of the University’s overall LGBT History Research Collection. |
The Diana Foundation Crowned Miss Mint Julep 2017Legacy Community Health announced the details for their 15th annual Mint Julep: Dream Girls and Guys, slated for Sunday, July 16, 2017, at Rich’s Houston. Doors open at 2:00 p.m., and the show runs from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. The Diana Foundation will be honored as Miss Mint Julep for the organization’s contributions to the Houston community.
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Singing Sensation Alex Newell to Headline 64th Diana Awards ShowThe Diana Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization recognized as the oldest continuously active gay organization in the United States, has announced Bianco Del Rio comedic sensation and winner RuPaul's Drag Race season 6 as the headliner act for its 70th Diana Awards to be held on Saturday, April 1st, at the Ballroom at Bayou Place in downtown Houston. Texas Drag Legends Dina Jacobs, Tommie Ross & Tasha Kohl! Hosted by well-known Houstonian, Michael Kemper, this black-tie gala event is one of Houston’s most historic and entertaining evenings featuring the presentation of the historic Diana Awards; traditional local, live stage production numbers; community beneficiary recognition; and more.
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Glamour and Entertainment Take the Stage for the 63rd Diana AwardsThe Diana Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization recognized as the oldest continuously active gay organization in the United States, will host its 63rd Diana Awards show on March 19 at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Houston, TX. Tickets are on sale now at www.thedianafoundation.org.
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“Texas Summer Sunset” Will Wow Country Dinner Live AuctionThe Diana Foundation is excited to announce our premier artist for our Country Dinner Weekend live auction, Rodolfo Banuelos.
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Diana Nominated for 2015 Gayest & Greatest AwardsReaders of Houston’s OutSmart magazine have nominated The Diana Foundation for the 2015 Gayest & Greatest Awards in five major community categories. Voting is already underway online and ends September 5. |
The Diana Foundation and Ketel One Vodka Announce SponsorshipThe Diana Foundation is proud to announce our new partnership with Ketel One Vodka. Ketel One Vodka has agreed to become an annual sponsor for Diana events. |
Steve Grand, "All American Boy," to Headline Country Dinner WeekendThe Diana Foundation is proud to announce that superstar Steve Grand, "All American Boy," will headline the 2015 Diana Country Dinner Weekend October 2-4. Country Dinner Weekend will include three events including a special VIP Meet & Greet party and a featured performance with Steve Grand on October 2 and 3. Tickets are available for sale to the public. |
The Diana Foundation Announces 2015-2016 Important DatesIn an effort to coordinate with the Houston gay community, The Diana Foundation has released a short listing of important dates. We encourage local organizations to add our upcoming events to their calendars and to work together to help promote each other's activities throughout the year.
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Houston Mayor Declares March The Diana Foundation Appreciation MonthThe Diana Foundation hosted its monthly happy hour at F Bar Houston on March 4 while featuring information about the upcoming 62nd Annual Diana Awards which will be held on March 28 at the St. Regis Hotel. The Diana Foundation has been hosting its entertainment-packed gala event for decades helping to raise funds for local Houston charities. |
Diana Announces 2014-15 BeneficiariesThe Diana Foundation has announced its 2014-15 beneficiaries at the Country Dinner & Dance held on October 25 at Neon Boots. Diana members formally approved its slate of local charitable organizations at the October membership meeting. Diana has helped support local organizations focused in the areas of most need in health services, social services, and educational/cultural endeavors.
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Celebrating the Life of John Danielson IIIThe community is invited to join in a Celebration of the Life of John Danielson III, who passed away September 13, 2014. The Celebration will be held at the Bradshaw Carter Funeral Home, 1734 W. Alabama. Please drop by for an open reception from 2 to 5 pm to share your memories of John with each other and to support his partner Brian Flores. A program of formal remarks, remembrances and music will be presented from 3 to 3:45.
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Seeking 2014-15 Beneficiaries: Diana Gives BackThroughout the years, The Diana Foundation has helped raise more than $1.6 million for community and civic organizations. We are currently seeking applications for our 2014-15 beneficiaries. The deadline to apply is September 8, and area non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply. Beneficiaries will be announced at our annual Country Dinner on Saturday, October 25.
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Studio 54 July Member Social is Disco SuccessSunday July 20 brought back the sounds of the 70’s and 80’s thanks to the Studio 54 member social event. Diana members and guests gathered at Theo’s in the Montrose area for food, beverages and the disco sounds of an era that keeps on living. Dance moves and outfits were reborn to prove that the party has never stopped.
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Five Local GLBTQ Organizations Receive SupportThe Diana Foundation President, John Danielson III, in the continuing tradition of the sixty-one years of the organization’s philanthropy to the GLBTQ community, presented five checks, each, in the sum of $4,500 to five community service organizations. A grand total of $22,500 was distributed at the event.
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Welcome to The Diana FoundationFounded in 1953, The Diana Foundation is focused on assisting and supporting the needs of the gay community, by distributing funds to organizations that are dedicated to providing services that enhance the lives of deserving individuals in our diverse community.
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Diana's Win Best Dressed TentCongratulations to The Diana Foundation for winning Best Dressed Tent 2014 at the annual Bunnies on the Bayou event held at Fish Plaza in downtown Houston. Diana members joined thousands of festive bunnies on Easter Sunday to celebrate the holiday. Finally, Houston weather cooperated!
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