A Night Of Pride And Purpose: Save’s 2025 Gala Celebrates Trailblazers

Leaders, advocates, and allies came together at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel for SAVE’s 2025 Champions of Equality Gala, a powerful evening dedicated to advancing LGBTQ+ rights across South Florida and beyond.

SAVE Executive Director Todd Delmay, Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, and Joe Falk

Guests were welcomed with a spirited cocktail reception featuring transgender model and activist Carmen Carrera, followed by an inspiring program emceed by local activist Josue Santiago. The gala recognized four outstanding honorees for their unwavering commitment to equality: Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, drag icon Latrice Royale, Congressman Chris Pappas, and community leader Rosemary Wilder.

Carlos Gardinet, perfomer Maya Azucena, and Carlos' husband.

Carmen Carrera, Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, Commissioners Alex Fernandez, Laura Dominguez, Kristen Rosen Gonzalez, Tanya K. Bhatt, and Save Executive Director Todd Delmay.

Honoree New Hampshire Congressman Chris Pappas

Honoree Latrice Royale

From heartfelt speeches to joyful celebration, the gala brought together elected officials, cultural figures, and community members united in their shared mission to build a more inclusive future. The event also served as a vibrant reminder of SAVE’s continued work in political advocacy, outreach, education, and support for the LGBTQ+ community.

SAVE Board Chair Joe Pena, Honoree Rosemary Wilder, and SAVE Executive Director Todd Delmay

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

Greater Miami LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lisette Garcia, and SAVE Board Member Daniel H.C. Chapman

Founded in 1993, SAVE is South Florida’s longest-serving organization focused on LGBTQ+ equality. Learn more at one.bidpal.net/coe25/welcome and follow @savelgbt for updates

By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Photos/Champions of Equality Gala