Human Highlight Gala 2025 - Venue Awards

Welcome to the Human Highlight Gala 2025 Venue Awards! This is your opportunity to celebrate the most inclusive and innovative venues across the country.

Explore the nominees in each category and vote for your favorite by simply clicking on the venue of your choice. Please note, voting in every category is not required—feel free to participate in as many or as few sections as you'd like. Thank you for helping us honor these outstanding venues!

SPORTS / MULTIPURPOSE

TD Garden

TD Garden, New England's largest sports and entertainment arena, is home to the Boston Bruins and Celtics, hosting over 3.5 million guests annually for world-class concerts, sports, and family events.

Sloomoo Institute

The Sloomoo Institute is a vibrant sensory playground blending artisanal slime, ASMR, and contemporary art with touch, sound, scent, and sight, offering a magical mix of science and fun for all ages and occasions.

Petco Park / San Diego Padres

Home to the San Diego Padres, we are a year-round venue hosting concerts, non-baseball events, the Holiday Bowl, and more!

Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden, “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” is NYC's iconic venue for sports, concerts, and world-class events year-round.

SPORTS / MULTIPURPOSE

TD Garden
Sloomoo Institute
Petco Park / San Diego Padres
Madison Square Garden

EDUCATION / LIBRARY

Wake County Public Libraries

Wake County Public Libraries inspire a love of reading and learning with free books, programs, and resources across 23 locations, welcoming everyone to explore, connect, and grow.

Kalamazoo Library

The Kalamazoo Public Library serves as a vibrant community hub in Downtown Kalamazoo, offering diverse resources, programs, and services that inspire learning, foster creativity, and connect people of all ages in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Adelphi University

Adelphi University, a nationally ranked institution in New York, offers personalized education, innovative programs, and a supportive community, empowering students to excel academically and professionally.

Magic City Acceptance Academy

The Magic City Acceptance Academy empowers grades 6–12 students with an inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming education, fostering success, innovation, and a brave learning environment for those seeking a non-traditional school experience.

EDUCATION / LIBRARY

Wake County Public Libraries
Kalamazoo Library
Adelphi University
Magic City Acceptance Academy

FIRST RESPONDER

Cleveland, OH Division of Police

The Cleveland Division of Police serves as guardians of the community, protecting lives, property, and rights with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in partnership with the public.

Vestavia Hills Police Department

The Vestavia Hills Police Department (AL) is now sensory inclusive, providing sensory bags in police vehicles for those in need.

Rockville Centre Police Department

The Rockville Centre Police Department is a local Village police department comprised of 52 active officers.

Mansfield Massachusetts Police Department

The Mansfield Police Department, with 38 officers and 10 civilians, serves 23,000 residents in Southeast Massachusetts, fostering community connections and supporting 4,000 local students.

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FIRST RESPONDER

Cleveland, OH Division of Police
Vestavia Hills Police Department
Rockville Centre Police Department
Mansfield Massachusetts Police Department

CULTURE / NATURE

The National WWII Museum

The National WWII Museum offers immersive exhibits, a 4D experience, an interactive submarine simulator, and a vast collection of artifacts and oral histories.

Broadway Dallas

Broadway Dallas, in Fair Park's historic Music Hall, brings Broadway's best to North Texas with live theatre, education, and community outreach since 1941.

Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center

Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center, an AZA-accredited zoo in Kansas, hosts over 230,000 visitors annually with 175 animals across 100 species, promoting wildlife conservation and education.

Oklahoma City Zoo

The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, in the city's Adventure District, spans 119 acres and houses over 1,000 animals.

CULTURE / NATURE

The National WWII Museum
Broadway Dallas
Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center
Oklahoma City Zoo

BUSINESS

Steadpoint

Since 2004, Steadpoint has specialized in tailored workers' compensation insurance, combining personalized service, community focus, and a growth mindset to meet the unique needs of businesses nationwide.

Landing

Landing offers flexible living with premium, fully furnished apartments nationwide, empowering members to live anywhere, anytime, worry-free.

Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

Indianapolis International Airport (IND) welcomes over 8 million travelers annually, earning top rankings for ease, amenities, and service while hosting the world’s second-largest FedEx hub.

Tao Restaurant Group

Tao Restaurant Group is a global hospitality leader known for its iconic restaurants, nightlife venues, and unique dining experiences, blending exceptional cuisine, vibrant atmospheres, and world-class service.

BUSINESS

Steadpoint
Landing
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Tao Restaurant Group

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