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Jonathan Groff, Jeffrey Tambor Honored by Point Foundation for LGBTQ Advocacy Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2015


Jonathan Groff will receive the Point HORIZON Award at tonight's (April 13) Point Honors gala at the New York Public Library on Fifth Avenue. The gala program also features the presentation of the Point Courage Award to actor Jeffrey Tambor. The evening is a benefit for Point Foundation, the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ students of merit.

Jonathan Groff to Be Honored by Point Foundation for LGBTQ Advocacy
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 12, 2015


Point Foundation (Point) will honor actor Jonathan Groff, with the Point Horizon Award.

HAMILTON's Jonathan Groff to Receive LGBTQ Point Horizon Award
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 11, 2015


According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jonathan Groff, who will soon make his return to Broadway in the new musical HAMILTON, will be honored by the Point Foundation

Jeffrey Tambor to Be Honored by Point Foundation
by Robert Diamond - Mar 6, 2015


Point Foundation (Point) will honor actor Jeffrey Tambor, the 2015 Golden Globe winner for his performance in the hit Amazon series 'Transparent,' with the Point Courage Award. The Award recognizes an individual who has advocated for the future of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community, and lives with the vision that investing in today's potential will produce a brighter tomorrow.

Photo Coverage: David Mixner Premieres OH HELL NO! for Point Foundation
by Linda Lenzi - Oct 28, 2014


Legendary civil rights activist and author David Mixner just premiered Oh Hell No!, an evening autobiographical storytelling, in a special one-night-only event last night, October 27, 2014 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street). BroadwayWorld brings you photos from inside the event below!

David Mixner Debuts Autobiographical Show OH HELL NO! Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2014


Legendary civil rights activist and author David Mixner will premiere Oh Hell No!, an evening autobiographical storytelling, in a special one-night-only event tonight, October 27, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Taking place at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street), Oh Hell No! will benefit Point Foundation. Amy and Jeff Towers will present the evening, which will be produced by Tim Ranney.

David Mixner to Debut Autobiographical Show OH HELL NO! This Monday
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2014


Legendary civil rights activist and author David Mixner will premiere Oh Hell No!, an evening autobiographical storytelling, in a special one-night-only event this Monday, October 27, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Taking place at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street), Oh Hell No! will benefit Point Foundation. Amy and Jeff Towers will present the evening, which will be produced by Tim Ranney.

Photo Flash: Billy Porter, Joel Grey and More at David Mixner's OH HELL NO Cocktail Party
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2014


Legendary civil rights activist and author David Mixner will premiere Oh Hell No!, an evening autobiographical storytelling, in a special one-night-only event on Monday, October 27, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Taking place at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street), Oh Hell No! will benefit Point Foundation. Amy and Jeff Towers will present the evening, which will be produced by Tim Ranney. Scroll down for photos from the show's recent cocktail party!

Civil Rights Activist David Mixner to Debut OH HELL NO! at New World Stages This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2014


Legendary civil rights activist and author David Mixner will premiere Oh Hell No!, an evening autobiographical storytelling, in a special one-night-only event on Monday, October 27, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Taking place at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street), Oh Hell No! will benefit Point Foundation. Amy and Jeff Towers will present the evening, which will be produced by Tim Ranney.

Diane Warren To Be Honored By Point Foundation
by Robert Diamond - Jul 23, 2014


Point Foundation (Point) will present its Leadership Award to songwriter Diane Warren, whose work has been recognized with Grammy and Golden Globe awards and multiple Academy Award nominations. The Point Leadership Award is given to an individual who has achieved prominence in their professional career and unequivocally supported the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community. Warren has repeatedly spoken out against bigotry of all kinds, including discrimination directed at the LGBTQ community. The 'It Gets Better' musical theater project that is touring the U.S. in support of LGBTQ youth includes songs of Warren's alongside those of Gnarls Barkley, Kelly Clarkson and Alanis Morissette.

Point Foundation Co-Founders, Bruce C. Lindstrom and Carl T. Strickland, Resign
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 18, 2014


Point Foundation today announced that founders and board members Bruce C. Lindstrom and Carl T. Strickland have resigned. Due to the breadth and diversity of the Foundation's board, no replacements have been named.

Photo Coverage: Inside the Point Foundation's 2014 Gala with Lena Dunham, Andrew Rannells & More!
by Linda Lenzi - Apr 8, 2014


More than 400 guests joined two dozen celebrities and dignitaries at the annual Point Honors gala on April 7, which celebrated the accomplishments of Point Foundation (Point) scholarship recipients. Dr. Neal Baer, the Executive Producer and Showrunner for acclaimed television programs such as 'ER' and 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' and 'Under The Dome,' received the Point Leadership Award, and Lena Dunham, the Golden Globe Winner and Emmy Nominated Actress and Producer of HBO's 'Girls,' accepted the Point Horizon Award.

Tyne Daly, Judith Light, Andrew Rannells, Michael Urie and More Set for Point Gala Honoring Lena Dunham and Dr. Neal Baer, 4/7
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2014


Point Foundation (Point) will present its Horizon Award to Lena Dunham, the Golden Globe Winner and Emmy Nominated Actress and Producer of HBO's 'Girls.' The Point Horizon Award recognizes a young trailblazer who has taken a leadership role as an advocate of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community showing unwavering support.

Photo Coverage: Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka & More Celebrate Nigel Barker at Point Foundation Honors
by Linda Lenzi - Apr 16, 2013


Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit, honored Nigel Barker and The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. last night, April 15. BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration and you can check out photos below!

Nigel Barker and The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. to be Honored by Point Foundation, 4/15
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 3, 2013


Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit, will honor Nigel Barker and The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. on Monday, April 15. The Point Honors event will be held at New York's Pier Sixty starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets begin at $500. www.pointfoundation.org/phny

Point Foundation Honors Nigel Barker and Estee Lauder, 4/15
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 2, 2013


Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit, will honor Nigel BarkerandThe Estee Lauder Companies Inc. on Monday, April 15. The Point Honorsevent will be held atNew York'sPier Sixty starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets begin at $500 and are available at www.pointfoundation.org/phny.

Photo Coverage: Point Honors New York 2012 Gala
by Linda Lenzi - Apr 17, 2012


On Monday night, April 16, 2012, The Point Foundation honored Edward Albee and Focus Features at their fifth annual New York Gala. BroadwayWorld.com was on hand at Pier Sixty to capture the event honoring current and future champions of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community.

Photo Coverage: Close, Glover, Ripa & More Celebrate LGBT Leaders with Point Foundation in New York City
by Linda Lenzi - Apr 5, 2011


Last night, April 4, The Point Foundation, celebrating LGBT leaders, hosted a benefit last night in New York City, co-hosted by Kelly Ripa and Sam Champion. Participants in the event included performers Montego Glover (Memphis), Kerry Butler (Catch Me If You Can) and Rob Thomas (Matchbox Twenty), Ellen Barkin, Iman, Isaac Mizrahi, John Benjamin Hickey (The C Word), Thomas Roberts (MSNBC) and Marsha Thomason (White Collar). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you photo coverage below.

Photo Coverage: Point Foundation Gala Honors Krakowski, Mixner & Citi
by Linda Lenzi - Apr 20, 2010


Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) students of merit, last night honored the recipients of its Courage, Inspiration and Legend Awards. 30 Rock star and Tony Award winner (Nine) Jane Krakowski, received the Point Courage Award; Citi received the Point Inspiration Award; author, political strategist and civil rights activist David Mixner received the Point Legend Award. The awards were presented at Point's annual New York benefit, Point Honors, which was held on April 19, 2010 at 583 Park Avenue in New York City.

Point Foundation Honors Jane Krakowski with Courage Award, 4/19
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2010


Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) students of merit, today announced the recipients of its Courage, Inspiration and Legend Awards. 30 Rock star and Tony Award winner (Nine) Jane Krakowski, will receive the Point Courage Award; Citi will receive the Point Inspiration Award; author, political strategist and civil rights activist David Mixner will receive the Point Legend Award. The awards will be presented at Point's annual New York benefit, Point Honors, which will be held on April 19, 2010 at 583 Park Avenue in New York City.

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