Undie Run Recap and Pics ... Sexy, Sexy Pics!

So the Cupid's Undie Run recently returned to Denver for its third year. 

In addition to raising money (over $1.3 million in 2013) for the Children's Tumor Foundation, the run also offered hundreds half-naked hotties the opportunity to flaunt their bodies. A real win/win situation, if you ask me.


So click here for pics from the event (my faves are by Salina Mondragon, somewhat NSFW) and let's plan on having a big gay team next year!

The Gay Vegans: Non-profits we donate to

By Dan Hanley

We believe that our money can help many passionate groups work at their mission even better! SO we donate when we can.  These are groups we have financially supported in the last year:


Central Missouri Humane Society
http://www.cmhspets.com/


Espanola Humane Society
http://www.evalleyshelter.org/


Farm Sanctuary
http://www.farmsanctuary.org/


Max Fund
http://www.maxfund.org/


Mercy For Animals
mercyforanimals.org


One Colorado
http://www.one-colorado.org/


Peaceful Prairie
http://www.peacefulprairie.org/


Southern Plains Land Trust
http://www.southernplains.org/


Urban Peak
http://urbanpeak.org/


Vegan Outreach
veganoutreach.org

This post originally appeared on Dan Hanley's website The Gay Vegans. Republished with permission.

Things to do in Denver when you're gay: Support SamFest

-via Out Front Colorado

Hardball 6.0 - Hit a home run for charity!

Hardball 6.0 has arrived, and it’s time to dust off your spikes, find your old glove, pick up your baseball bat, and hit a home run for charity.

Hardball was originated in 2003 by Jared Polis and Josh Metnick, and has been rotated and played annually in either the Chicagoland area or Colorado.

The charity chosen for this year’s event is Community Computer Connection (C3). C3 has been refurbishing computers since 2001 and has distributed over 17,000 computers to more than 130 schools and 470 organizations across Colorado.

“This is a really special event for everybody each year— pulling together a pick-up soccer, basketball or even football game doesn’t require all that much – but after most of us reach eighteen years of age, or even after little league, playing an actual game of baseball requires significant planning to do it right. It is not every day you get to play in a real minor league stadium, with real minor league umpires. And, it is all for a great cause. Many of us who play in the tournament owe much of their career successes to early exposure to computers and programming, and it is good to give back in the same manner,” says Josh Metnick, one of the event co-founders.

This year’s event will be played in the Chicagoland area at the Windy City Thunderbolts stadium in Crestwood, IL (http://windycitythunderbolts.com). It will be a one-day best of three game tournament, held on October 3.

Players interested in registering to play for Hardball 2009 may do so at www.heilio.com/baseball2009. The cost to play is a tax-deductible $125 which includes uniform, lunch, and the amenities provided by the Thunderbolts (umpires, staffed press box, extra equipment, grounds-keeping, etc.)

Max Muscle for Down Syndrome

An event to benefit the Mile High Down Syndrome Association that features Phil Heath, one of Denver’s best-liked professional bodybuilders and a favorite to win the next Mr. Olympia title, is scheduled for Saturday, August 15 at Max Muscle Sports Nutrition in Denver.

Store owner Billy Van Heusen became intimately acquainted with the MHDSA after his five-month-old daughter, Mila, was born with the genetic disorder. Ten percent of the day’s total sales will be contributed to the MHDSA.

Heath, nicknamed “The Gift” by adoring fans, is scheduled to sign autographs at the store from noon to 4 p.m. He is donating all proceeds from that day’s sales of his photographs and posters to the MHDSA.


More after the jump.

“Being part of this event is going to be an amazing experience because it’s creating more awareness about children with Down Syndrome,” Heath says. “I want to show people that I’m more than willing to participate in great causes, especially because I live here and, hopefully, can motivate others to get out and do something for others in their community.”

The day also includes a drawing for a 52-inch television, free samples and storewide product discounts.

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition is located at 1550 S. Colorado Blvd, 80222.

Mila’s Story
The story of little Mila Van Heusen is a poignant one, and illustrative that a child with Down syndrome “raised with love is like any other baby,” Van Heusen says.

The day Billy and Ali, his wife, brought Mila home, an unexpected “welcome” package from the MHDSA was waiting for them. Inside were informational books about Down Syndrome and a new dress for Mila.

“Two days later Mac Macsovits {who heads the MHDSA} called and said he’d introduce us to other Down Syndrome parents. MHDSA’s understanding and outreach to us have been phenomenal,” Van Heusen says.

That’s why Van Heusen believes it’s so important to raise awareness about the MHDSA and its critical mission.

“I want other parents to understand that children with Down Syndrome can go to school, hold jobs, drive cars just like other kids,” Van Heusen says. “Children born with down syndrome used to be institutionalized and forgotten, and many died young. The public needs to know all that’s changed, that there’s absolutely no reason to say ‘sorry’ when parents tell you their child has Down syndrome. For us, Mila is a blessing”

Mile High Down Syndrome Association
The Mile High Down Syndrome Association, Inc. is a non-profit organization that has been serving families of children and adults with Down syndrome, and interested professionals in the Mountain States region, since 1981.

Van Heusen says the best advice he’s received comes from the organization.

“Mac Macovits told me not to worry about the future, to take it day by day and appreciate Mila for exactly who she is this very moment,” Van Heusen says.

Macsovits, whose little boy has Down syndrome, says that once the Van Heusen family worked through the shock of Mila’s condition, they became determined to “find solutions to their challenges and chart a path of success for their daughter.”

“To say that the Van Heusens are supporters of MHDSA would be a great understatement. To take ten percent of their proceeds and donate them during these difficult economic times, is remarkable,” Macsovits says.

One in 733 babies is born with Down syndrome, according to Macovits. About 40 percent of them suffer significant heart issues, and many also show gastric disorders and below-normal muscle tone.

Although Mila Van Heusen’s growth chart is right where it should be, her father can’t help but comment on the appropriateness of the massive 280-pound Phil Heath getting involved with Down syndrome children.

“When they see him, they’re inspired,” Billy Van Heusen says. “Especially Phil, who’s so personable, so playful, it’s truly like this giant man is giving them ‘the gift’ of love.”