Sponsors

The Fargo-Moorhead Pride Committee would like to thank you for your interest in sponsorship of the FM Pride celebration. We ask for your financial support as we work with other community groups to further our goals for this Pride season.

To obtain a Sponsorship form for FM Pride 2011, please [Click Here].

For additional information about donations, please contact us.

Thank you in advance for your generosity,

Joshua A. Boschee

F-M Pride, Community Partner Co-Chair

President, Pride Collective & Community Center

Co-Chair, NDSU Pride Network

Diamond Sponsors • Platinum Sponsors • Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors • Bronze Sponsors • Friend of Pride Sponsors
*Platinum Sponsors*
	High Plains Reader The High Plains Reader is an alternative newspaper serving the Fargo and Grand Forks metropolitan areas. hpr1.com

*Silver Sponsors*
	Aaland Law Firm Our goal at Aaland Law is to provide the finest legal representation for our clients in an effective, understanding and confidential manner. Many of our clients come to us seeking help in a crisis involving a criminal or juvenile charge, an emotional family problem or in a time of financial difficulty. As attorneys we pride ourselves on our ability to ease the burdens of our clients’ legal difficulties by finding solutions and creating options. 701-232-7944 • aalandlaw.com

	Microsoft – Fargo At Microsoft, we believe that diversity enriches our performance and products, the communities where we live and work, and the lives of our employees. youatmicrosoft.com

	Minnesota State Community and Technical College M State serves more than 6,500 students in credit courses each semester through more than 120 career and liberal arts programs at its four campuses in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead, Wadena, and online. By partnering with its communities, the college also provides Custom Training Services and other responsive training programs. minnesota.edu

	Minnesota State University Moorhead Minnesota State University Moorhead is a caring community promising all students the opportunity to discover their passions, the rigor to develop intellectually, and the versatility to shape a changing world. mnstate.edu

	North Dakota State University North Dakota State University is committed to serving all diverse populations and to creating a safe and welcoming campus environment for all to work and learn. The Division of Equity, Diversity and Global Outreach oversees campus-wide efforts to create a community that is actively committed to inclusion and pluralism as well as a culture of international engagement. Several initiatives that are supported by the university include the NDSU Pride Network (LGBTQ faculty, staff and graduate students), Safe Zone Ally Program, Ten Percent Society, NDSU’s LGBTQ student organization, and the LGBTQ Dakota Campus Alliance. ndsu.edu/diversity

	Rainbow Health Initiative Improving the health of LGBT Minnesotans through education, clinical practice, research, and advocacy. One of RHI’s largest programs, Minnesota Tobacco-free Lavender Communities, works on ways to reduce the harm tobacco causes our communities. rainbowhealth.org mntlc.org

	Sanford Health Explore Sanford Health – We are inspiring and transforming lives. We are purposeful and passionate about redefining health care and delivering a flawless experience. If you are driven by genuine compassion and the desire to make the world a better place, we encourage you to join the Sanford team. sanfordhealth.org/careers

*Bronze Sponsors*
	Best Buy Best Buy is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that supports a diverse workforce. We will do this by respecting the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of each employee and customer. This is in support of the company’s values and core philosophies, which enables us to better serve our diverse communities and achieve the company’s business goals. iambestbuy.com

	Creative Kitchen creativekitchenonline.com

	Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Fargo-Moorhead is one of the friendliest places in America! Our fun, warm-hearted community is 2 cities in 2 states with a population of over 195,000, unique attractions, 350+ restaurants, and tremendous shopping opportunities. We’re a combination of metropolitan style and hometown hospitality. You’re always welcome and we’re “Always Warm.” fargomoorhead.org

	North Dakota Department of Health The North Dakota Department of Health Tobacco Prevention and Control Program is commited to improving and protecting the health of LGBT North Dakotans by reducing the negative health and economic consequences of the state’s number-one cause of preventable disease and death — tobacco use. ndhealth.gov/tobacco/quitnet

	ND LGBTQA Campus Alliance The Dakota Campus Alliance is a network of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and institutions of higher education all advocating and working towards a better environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender students and their allies. ndsu.edu/safezone/lgbtq_dakota_campus_alliance

	Peterson Dental Care We are proud to support the beautiful diversity of the FM community petersondentalcare.com

	Theatre B Theatre B is a non-profit organiztion that strives to engage regional audiences through cutting-edge theatrical productions that are culturally and artistically invigorating. theatreb.org

	Usher’s House Come and Experience the Historic Charm of Usher’s House, Nestled in Davey Memorial Park Overlooking the Scenic Red River of the North ushershouse.com

*Friend of Pride Sponsors*
	Alisha Ankers, Attorney at Law Alisha Ankers is licensed in Minnesota and North Dakota, with a focus on family law issues. At Alisha Ankers Law Office we strive to create a comfortable environment for all, in which Alisha can use her more than 15 years of experience to effectively help you achieve a favorable outcome in your divorce, child custody, visitation and other family law issues. We can also help with your estate planning needs including the preparation of wills, living wills and power of attorney documents. alishaankers.com

	Angie Mann, Coldwell Banker First Realty Coldwell Banker First Realty offers a full range of real estate services to include residential and commercial real estate sales, apartment rentals, and mortgage and title services. With a team of over 65 educated and experienced sales associates and a large support staff, Coldwell Banker First Realty will guide you through the real estate process. angiemann.com

	Fargo Human Relations Commission The Fargo Human Relations Commission works to promote acceptance and respect for diversity and discourages all forms of discrimination. The committee consists of nine volunteer members who are nominated by the mayor and appointed by the City Commission. Each member serves a three-year term. The Human Relations Commissioners represent a broad range of racial, religious, ethnic, social, economic, political and professional groups. cityoffargo.com/humanrelations

	First Congregational United Church of Christ We are an Open and Affirming congregation of the UCC. We intentionally welcome all people to join us in worship and work. We strive to love, as we are loved by God, freely and unconditionally. We recognize, celebrate, and affirm the full humanity of all people, with our God-given diversity. moorheadcongregational.org

	Fargo-Moorhead Unitarian Universalist Church The search for truth is a personal one—unique for each individual. Many of our members are active in the community in a variety of service, political, human rights, peace, justice, spiritual, and other organizations. We are a diverse congregation, and we care deeply about valuing that diversity and stretching ourselves to become even more diverse. Our efforts are apparent in our becoming a UUA-recognized Welcoming Congregation. fmuu.org

	Rasmussen College rasmussen.edu/locations/north-dakota/fargo rasmussen.edu/locations/minnesota/moorhead

	Roxie Howard Mediator and Qualified Neutral and North Dakota Parenting Investigator Minnesota ADR I.D. #: 5132 Family Facilitative/Hybrid roxiehoward.com

	St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church St. Stephen’s is a safe place where all persons are valued for their full dignity and worth. All of God’s children are welcome at St. Stephen’s. We, living fully into our Baptismal Covenant, “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being”. St. Stephen’s was one of the first parishes in the Episcopal Diocese of North Dakota to fully welcome Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered persons. We have a long and dignified tradition of welcome. ststephensfargo.org

	Tom Fiebiger, Attorney at Law 15 Broadway, Suite 301 Fargo, ND 58102 tomfiebigerlaw.com

Diamond Sponsors • Platinum Sponsors • Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors • Bronze Sponsors • Friend of Pride Sponsors

Diamond Sponsor – $5,000

Company logo on promotional posters and banners at events
Sponsor list on FMPride.com website with company logo, info and hyperlink
Company banner placed at FM Pride events
Full color two-page center ad in High Plains Reader 2011 FM Pride Guide
Table at Pride in the Park, Saturday, August 13
Logo placed on the cover of the High Plains Reader 2011 FM Pride Guide
10 complimentary Pride passes to all events

Platinum Sponsor – $3,000

Company logo on promotional posters and banners at events
Sponsor list on FMPride.com website with company logo, info and hyperlink
Company banner placed at FM Pride events
Full back page color ad in High Plains Reader 2011 FM Pride Guide
Table at Pride in the Park, Saturday, August 13
8 complimentary Pride passes to all events

Gold Sponsor – $2,500

Company logo on promotional posters and banners at events
Sponsor list on FMPride.com website with company logo, info and hyperlink
Full page color ad in the High Plains Reader 2011 FM Pride Guide
Table at Pride in the Park, Saturday, August 13
6 complimentary Pride passes to all events

Silver Sponsor – $1,250

Company logo on promotional posters
Sponsor list on FMPride.com website with company logo, info and hyperlink
1/2 page color ad in the High Plains Reader 2011 FM Pride Guide
Table at Pride in the Park, Saturday, August 13
4 complimentary Pride passes to all events

Bronze Sponsor – $500

Sponsor list on FMPride.com website with company logo, info and hyperlink
1/4 page black & white ad in the High Plains Reader 2011 FM Pride Guide
Table at Pride in the Park, Saturday, August 13
2 complimentary Pride passes to all events

Friend of Pride Sponsor – $200

Sponsor list on FMPride.com website with company logo, info and hyperlink
1/8 page black & white ad in the High Plains Reader 2011 FM Pride Guide
Table at Pride in the Park, Saturday, August 13

*Gold Sponsors*
	High Plains Reader The High Plains Reader is an alternative newspaper serving the Fargo and Grand Forks metropolitan areas. http://www.hpr1.com

	Rainbow Health Initiative Improving the health of LGBT Minnesotans through education, clinical practice, research, and advocacy. One of RHI’s largest programs, Minnesota Tobacco-free Lavender Communities works on ways to reduce the harm tobacco causes our communities. http://www.rainbowhealth.org / http://www.MNTLC.org

*Silver Sponsors*
	Aaland Law Firm Our goal at Aaland Law is to provide the finest legal representation for our clients in an effective, understanding and confidential manner. Many of our clients come to us seeking help in a crisis involving a criminal or juvenile charge, an emotional family problem or in a time of financial difficulty. As attorneys we pride ourselves on our ability to ease the burdens of our clients’ legal difficulties by finding solutions and creating options. Phone: 701-232-7944 http://www.aalandlaw.com/

	F-M Derby Girls FMDG is dedicated to the evolving culture and sport of the American pastime of modern roller derby. FMDG challenges social stereotypes and strives to provide positive role models for young and old alike. Through the league’s bouts, events, and other outreach, FMDG brings athleticism and creativity to what NBC Nightly News calls, “The fastest growing sport in America. www.fmderbygirls.com

	Microsoft – Fargo At Microsoft, we believe that diversity enriches our performance and products, the communities where we live and work, and the lives of our employees. http://www.youatmicrosoft.com/

	Minnesota State Community and Technical College One College. Four Campuses. Online. M State serves more than 6,500 students in credit courses each semester through more than 120 career and liberal arts programs at its four campuses in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead, Wadena, and online. By partnering with its communities, the college also provides Custom Training Services and other responsive training programs. http://www.minnesota.edu/

	Minnesota State University – Moorhead Minnesota State University Moorhead is a caring community promising all students the opportunity to discover their passions, the rigor to develop intellectually, and the versatility to shape a changing world www.mnstate.edu

	North Dakota State University North Dakota State University is committed to serving all diverse populations and to creating a safe and welcoming campus environment for all to work and learn. The Division of Equity, Diversity and Global Outreach oversees campus-wide efforts to create a community that is actively committed to inclusion and pluralism as well as a culture of international engagement. Several initiatives that are supported by the university include the NDSU Pride Network (LGBTQ faculty, staff and graduate students), Safe Zone Ally Program, Ten Percent Society, NDSU’s LGBTQ student organization, and the LGBTQ Dakota Campus Alliance http://www.ndsu.edu/diversity/

	Sanford Health Sanford Health consists of two long-standing health systems based in Sioux Falls, SD and Fargo, ND . The largest rural not-for-profit healthcare system in the nation, Sanford Health serves six states ( ND , SD , Minn , Iowa , Neb , Okla ). It includes 800 doctors, 18,000 employees, 30 hospitals and covers 120 communities. Sanford Health is the largest employer in North and South Dakota with doctors working together in one system focused on “putting the patient first.” For more information, visit sanfordhealth.org.

	Usher’s House ~Casual Fine Dining~ Come and Experience the Historic Charm of Usher’s House, Nestled in Davey Memorial Park Overlooking the Scenic Red River of the North. http://www.ushershouse.com/

*Bronze Sponsors*
	Creative Kitchen http://creativekitchenonline.com/store/

	DK Custom Framing @ Gallery 14 At DK Custom Framing @ Gallery 14, we take pride in our Custom Framing, Art and Design. 14 Roberts St. Fargo, ND http://www.dkgallery14.com

	Fargo Human Relations Commission The Fargo Human Relations Commission works to promote acceptance and respect for diversity and discourages all forms of discrimination. The committee consists of nine volunteer members who are nominated by the mayor and appointed by the City Commission. Each serves a three-year term. The Human Relations Commissioners represent a broad range of racial, religious, ethnic, social, economic, political and professional groups. www.cityoffargo.com/humanrelations

	Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Fargo-Moorhead is one of the friendliest places in America! Our fun, warm-hearted community is 2 cities in 2 states with a population of over 195,000, unique attractions, 350+ restaurants, and tremendous shopping opportunities. We’re a combination of metropolitan style and hometown hospitality. You’re always welcome and we’re “Always Warm.” http://www.fargomoorhead.org/

	Theatre B Theatre B is a non-profit organiztion that strives to engage regional audiences through cutting-edge theatrical productions that are culturally and artistically invigorating. Rearranging the furniture of your mind. www.theatreb.org

*Friend of Pride Sponsors*
	Alisha Ankers, Attorney at Law Alisha Ankers is licensed in Minnesota and North Dakota, with a focus on family law issues. At Alisha Ankers Law Office we strive to create a comfortable environment for all, in which Alisha can use her more than 15 years of experience to effectively help you achieve a favorable outcome in your divorce, child custody, visitation and other family law issues. We can also help with your estate planning needs including the preparation of wills, living wills and power of attorney documents. www.alishaankers.com

	Atomic Coffee

	Best Buy Best Buy is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment that supports a diverse workforce. We will do this by respecting the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of each employee and customer. This is in support of the company’s values and core philosophies, which enables us to better serve our diverse communities and achieve the company’s business goals. http://bbyurl.us/pride http://www.iambestbuy.com/

	Boneskot Design Co. Custom Screenprinting and Logo design http://www.boneskot.com/

	Fargo-Moorhead Unitarian Universalist Church The search for truth is a personal one—unique for each individual. Many of our members are active in the community in a variety of service, political, human rights, peace, justice, spiritual, and other organizations. We are a diverse congregation, and we care deeply about valuing that diversity and stretching ourselves to become even more diverse. Our efforts are apparent in our becoming a UUA-recognized Welcoming Congregation. www.fmuu.org

	Fiebiger Law Firm 808 3rd Ave S. Suite 205 Fargo, ND 701-293-0333 www.fiebigerlaw.net

	Oster Law Office, PLLC http://www.osterlawoffice.com

	Sidestreet Girlle & Pub Home of the High Plains Reader ’09 & ’10 – Best & Longest Running Open Mic Night in town!! We have been located in downtown Fargo since October 2001. We have one of the best beer selections in town with 27 on Tap, 60+ Bottles and a full menu with some of the best burgers and pizzas around. Now with 16 Flat Screen TV’s with MLB Extra Innings and almost anything else you would want to watch. If you are looking for a nice chilled out atmosphere with good music, pub sports and great drinks, the “STREET” is the place to be! http://sidestreetpub.com/

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