Why he made the list: Michael is the Director of Advancement at Positive Impact, which is an organization that is dedicated to reducing the spread of HIV/AIDS. As Director of Advancement at Positive Impact, Michael works tirelessly to raise money for the organization. He also works closely with the Board of Directors to insure the mission of the organization is on track all while handling the communications as well.

What else you need to know: Before dedicating his life to Positive Impact he worked as the LGBT liaison for Atlanta Mayor Franklin in her first campaign.

Why he made the list: One of the best parts about being a member of the LGBT community in Atlanta is the fact that the movers and shakers come in all different shapes, sizes and colors. The fact is never more present than with Chandler. On the outside he looks like a tough guy you wouldn’t want to meet in an ally (or would you?), but inside he is nothing, but pure joy and light. His day job keeps him deep in the world of helping gay and bisexual men understand the dangers of un-protected sex and the value in being tested on a regular basis.

What else you need to know: When not at work Chandler can often be found performing his duties as a guard for the local chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, aka the Flaming Sugarbakers.

Why he made the list: As Director of Special Events for Joining Hearts, Wes is instrumental in organizing the annual pool party which recently shattered all previous donation records with a stunning $185,000.00. This money is split between AID Atlanta and Jerusalem House.

What else you need to know: Wes just launched his own event staffing company called SōSH with his partner Ethan. The company aims to take staffing to a completely new level.

Why he made the list: Before Chris was named President of For the Kid In All of Us he spent several years working as a volunteer. When the organization needed a new leader Chris proudly stepped into the roll. His first year as President has seen the non-profit continue on a very steady path to success. He has easily maneuvered them to host the first ever “Project Prom” and another successful “Backpack in the Park” event and is now leading the charge to this year’s “Toy Party.”

What else you need to know: When Chris isn’t raising much needed money and toys for local children he is working as a nurse in the Medical Affairs Department of UCB.

Why she made the list: One of the things we love about the Atlanta Drag community is their willingness to give their time and energy for a good cause. Then there are people like Gunza Blazin who had a realization that she wanted to give even more back to a community who gave her safety and security. That is when she started the process of forming the Atlanta Chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. You may not know their names, but they are the ones dressed in fabulous face make-up/paint wearing nun’s habits. They work tirelessly to raise awareness for HIV/AIDS and other causes.

What else you need to know: Gunza’s real name is Calvin Williamson and he is a real hottie.

Why he made the list: Atlanta Attorney Jeff Cleghorn heads the law firm of Kitchens, New & Cleghorn and was instrumental in the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell. After two long decades of relentless dedication, his goals were finally achieved when the discriminatory policy was removed.

What else you need to know: Jeff has served all over the world as an officer in the United States Army including stints in South Korea and Germany. He has also been honored with Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Joint Staff Commendation Medal and the Parachutist Badge.

Why he made the list: Raymond’s day job as President of In the Life Atlanta made him a must-have for our Fenuxe 50. Under Raymond’s direction, this year’s Black Gay Pride Festival one of the most successful of all time. What makes this truly special is the fact that Raymond stepped in without missing a beat after the original and cherished co-organizer, Raymond Durand, was senselessly murdered last year. This year’s pride was wonderful and a perfect homage to the man who co-led it for so many years.

What else you need to know: Raymond’s busy life affords very little down time, but when he does get some time to relax, he likes to enjoy it with a home cooked meal, some wine and great conversation.

Why he made the list: Tracy made this year’s Fenuxe 50 list because of his brilliant handling of his duties as the executive director of AID Atlanta. However, Tracy’s contribution to making the LGBT world a better place doesn’t stop with his day job. Tracy also sits on various boards including the Southern AIDS Coalition and the Atlanta PD LGBT Advisory Board.

What else you need to know: Before Tracy hit Atlanta he was the executive director and chief operation officer of the Damien Center in Indiana.

Why she made the list: Since joining The Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative in 2002 as the their first full-time executive director, Linda has raised a ton of awareness for the organization. Over the last nine years the initiative has broadened its circle of influence to include all things LGBT health related. This new level of respect meant the organization needed to widen their scope. In September of 2011 they changed the name to “The Health Initiative” in order to better serve the LGBT community as a whole.

What else you need to know: Before taking her job with the Initiative, Linda was the Executive Director at YouthPride.

Why he made the list: Atlanta’s Out on Film festival is one of the longest running LGBT film fests in the country. However, the much heralded event was in a downward spiral until Jim took over as Executive Director in 2008. Once on board he breathed new energy and life into the fest. Since Jim has had the reigns, Out on Film has had some if their best years. This year’s event ranks in as the 3rd most attended festival so far.

What else you need to know: When Jim isn’t rounding up fabulous queer cinema he works as a film publicist and freelance writer for the GA Voice and Project Q Atlanta.

Why he made the list: Over the years Glen Paul has had his hands in dozens of local LGBT organizations. He has sat on various boards including: HRC, AGLCC and InterPride to name a few. His most recent appointment as a member of the newly formed Atlanta PD LGBT Advisory Board puts him at the forefront of one of the hottest button issues in the city. With all his years of service he is a great voice for Atlanta’s LGBT community.

What else you need to know: Before his life as a political consultant he spent 19 years in the airline marketing automation and travel distribution services industry.

Why he made the list: When people think of LGBT Equality they usually think of it in terms of marriage equality, but part of Jeff’s job as Executive Director of Georgia Equality is to remind people there is a lot more to equality than just getting hitched. Jeff continues to fight for work place non-discrimination protections, anti-bullying statutes and hate crime related legislation.

What else you need to know: Jeff got his start in activism in 1989 working with the legendary ACT UP as the Atlanta chapter’s media coordinator.

Why he made the list: Don is the president of G.R.E.A.T. Atlanta which helps Atlanta’s local LGBT community thrive. When he isn’t focused on helping other businesses he is helping bar owners manage their liquor inventory with his Holey Glass system. The system, which he invented, is so reliable a bar owner can manage his or her inventory even if they are on a beach thousands of miles from their establishment. This may seem good only for the bar owners, but at the end of the day it is also good for all of us. Less loss for bars means less expensive drinks across the board. Who can complain about that?

What else you need to know: Before Don created Holey Glass he was a bar and nightclub owner himself. He created his system so he could actually get a day off without losing his shirt.

Why he made the list: Being a part of the Atlanta Cotillion Debutante Class is a lot of fun, but it is also a lot of work. The main point behind being a debutante is to help raise money and awareness for the awesome work of AID Atlanta. Most of the debs work their butts off to make sure they reach their individual goals. JD has been a part of the deb class twice, each time setting the standard for future generations of Cotillionaires. But this year JD set the standard so high it will be very difficult for anyone to break it anytime soon. JD’s total? $42,000.00. Nearly a quarter of the $171,000.00 raised for the entire event.

What else you need to know: When JD is not shattering fundraising records he is helping people realize their dreams of home ownership. He and his team at J.D. Kellum and Associates are skilled in all areas of real estate.

Why she made the list: Kathy has been putting the causes of the LGBT community at the forefront of her life for many years. First as the founder and executive director of Marriage Equality Georgia and now as the founder and executive director of MEGA Family Project, Kathy has earned her place among the Fenuxe 50. The most amazing thing about Kathy? She always seems to be one step ahead of the needs of our community. She was spearheading equality before it was popular and now leads the charge to equality in parenting.

What else you need to know: Kathy was an alternate delegate for Al Gore at the 1988 Democratic National Convention.

Why he made the list: In 2000, Kerry volunteered as a bartender for Joining Hearts as a way to give a little back to the community. Little did he know 10 years later he would be leading the charge in helping people with HIV/AIDS live better. Kerry led Joining Hearts to a record shattering donation of $185,000 this year which is split between AID Atlanta and Jerusalem House.

What else you need to know: When Kerry isn’t changing the world he is selling real estate via Keller Williams and hanging out with his partner of 8 years.

Why she made the list: Tracee is a fierce advocate for transgendered rights and currently serves as the only transgendered person on the Atlanta Police LGBT Advisory Board. This board serves to increase communication, understanding, and information between the LGBT community and the Atlanta Police Department. Tracee loves to live life to fullest, reminding people that LGBT really just equals queer and no matter what letter you represent we are all in this together.

What else you need to know: Tracee has been a member of the Atlanta Pride Committee’s Board of Directors and also frequently contributes to Alternative Perspectives on 89.3.

Why he made the list: It is getting easier to be an out gay youth these days, but it wouldn’t be so if it weren’t for the work of people like Terence. As the leader of Atlanta’s YouthPride for the last several years he has helped raise awareness for LGBTQ youth and offers them a safe place to deal with the unique issues which face them.

What else you need to know: Terence has a back ground in psychology. He has also written two books “The Celebrity Psyche” and “The Psychology of Hip-Hop”.

Why he made the list: One of Josh’s main jobs at Saint Mark UMC is to lead a special ministry called the Federal Defender Program. This program’s goal is to work at stopping the use of the death penalty. As part of his duties he spends a great deal of time advocating for indigent people asking the courts to sentence them to life rather than death. Josh’s work shows the world that LGBT people can be found in every arena. It also shows we care about more than just fighting for equality and hanging out in bars.

What else you need to know: When Josh isn’t fighting the good fight he may be found on stage in one of Saint Mark UMC’s theatrical productions.

Why he made the list: Drew has been making Atlanta a better place for the gay community for the better part of 20-years. He is the owner of Plant Communications and part of Family Communicators which is a local networking group for gay media, PR, and marketing professionals. Recently Dick Yarbrough penned an anti-gay rant in the Marietta Daily Journal, Drew responded with a rant all his own. His rant set the ball rolling and the Marietta Daily Journal was inundated with anti-Yarbrough rants.

What else you need to know: Drew also lends his hand to LGBT candidates in need. Some of his benefactors have included Keisha Cunningham, Alex Wan and Joan Garner.

Why he made the list: We figured if Jon was good enough to be singled out by the President of the United States he is good enough to make the Fenuxe 50. But of course Jon is much more than just a letter in a book. As the leader of the Atlanta AIDS Walk he tirelessly works to ensure that the event runs smoothly and efficiently even as the event gets bigger and better each year. Jon is also very well known for his effusive personality, willingness to go the extra mile and his panache for making people smile.

What else you need to know: Jon moved to Atlanta from Los Angeles on a whim and found the city so amazing that he decided to make it is home. And we are all better off for it.

Why he made the list: Rick, like many others on this list, is a member of the Fenuxe 50 for a wide variety of reasons. One reason is his amazing work at Positive Impact. Another reason he made the list is his tireless work as a founding member of drag troupe “The East Point Possums” as well as the local chapter of “The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.”