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The Imperial Sovereign Court of All CT is a Fundraising Organization that has raised over $500,000 dollars in the past 25 years.

Member Spotlight – Cassandra Fiore

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As The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut celebrates 25 years of doing good in our state and community, we want to celebrate the folx who make our success possible, our members. Each week we will highlight one of our members and ask them questions about themselves and The ISC of All CT.
Today we highlight Empress 2004 Cassandra Fiore:
1. When did you join the organization/how long have you been associated?
I joined the organization while it was The Nutmeg Empire. 28 years ago.

2. How did you hear about the ISC of All CT?
I met Monique (she was the last Empress of All of New England and Paul Caldwell her Imperial Crown Prince.) I joined the year Bambi Lee and Micheal LaBlanc’s reigned.

3. What interested you in joining the organization? The people, I was introduced to Panzi, Philomena and Coco LaChine in Rhode Island; I was in awe of them. I thought it was an amazing way to meet people & help the community.

4. Please give 3 to 5 adjectives to describe the ISC of All CT?
Memorable
Dedicated
Honorable
Fun

5. What is your fondest memory/moment with the organization?
Wow that’s a tough one. I would say it’s the incredible friendships I’ve developed over the years. The laughs we shared and hugs we gave during the losses. Having been fortunate to know our founder Jose The Widow Norton. Spending time with him and hearing his stories of fighting for our rights. Meeting Cindy Lauper and Mathew Shepard’s parents were incredible highlights.

6. Where would you like the organization to go in the future?
To continue to persevere. I believe that there are still connections which can be made to politicians and corporations which would bring the organization to the forefront of the community.

Member Spotlight – Brandy Alexander

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Empress I, IX, XVII Brandy Alexander Amore

As The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut celebrates 25 years of doing good in our state and community, we want to celebrate the folx who make our success possible, our members. Each week we will highlight one of our members and ask them questions about themselves and The ISC of All CT.

1. When did you join the organization/how long have you been associated?

Since 1997

2. How did you hear about the ISC of All CT?

I was doing a show at Frank’s Place in New London and a queen came up to me and said you should join the court, she told me about it and I joined.

3. What interested you in joining the organization?

The fundraising. I love giving back to those who need it.

4. Please give 3 to 5 adjectives to describe the ISC of All CT?

Family, exceptional, fun

5. What is your fondest memory/moment with the organization?

I would have to say the first time I was crowned Empress 1. It was such a magical night.

6. Where would you like the organization to go in the future?

To get more involved with straight organizations

Life’s A Drag… Let’s Do Brunch!

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Please Join The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut (ISCofAllCT) & The de Lux Sisters (Mini & Morgana de Luxe) at Farmington, CT’s Farmington Gardens on SUN.; OCT. 20th 🗓 at 12Noon⌚️for The 18th Annual “Life’s A Drag… Let’s Do Brunch”

Ticket Link :

Life’s a Drag, Let’s Do Brunch – Tickets

Proceeds from the event will go to the CT Breast Health Initiative , a state-wide non-profit that makes a significant impact in the quest to find a cure for breast cancer by providing grants to support education and research in Connecticut.

Come Out To See The Membership of The ISCofAllCT and Our Community Friends Do What We Do Best; Support and Give Back One Event at a Time.

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Member Spotlight George Hicks – Richards

Will Bennett #CTImperialCourt

As The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut celebrates 25 years of doing good in our state and community, we want to celebrate the folx who make our success possible, our members. Each week we will highlight one of our members and ask them questions about themselves and The ISC of All CT.

Today we highlight Emperor 24 George Hicks-Richards:

1. When did you join the organization/how long have you been associated?
– I joined in 2019. Mark and I had been “Court adjacent” for years so we decided to make it official!

2. How did you hear about the ISC of All CT?
– I was introduced to the Court by Mark (Hicks) Richards while he was reigning as Mr. Connecticut Bear. I met Vu Tran through him, who in turn helped me learn more about the Court and ultimately became my sponsor! My first event I attended was an ICP Ball held on the Yale campus.


3. What interested you in joining the organization?
– I was intrigued by the history and the outward expression of “Queer Royalty” and the fact that it was a volunteer organization. At the time, I was a titleholder in the leather community and was feeling a bit unfulfilled, as my regional title focused on advancement and representation over fundraising. My goal of becoming a titleholder was to hopefully raise funds and awareness to the needs of the queer community as a way of giving back and honoring the lives of so many companions and friends I had lost during the AIDS pandemic. The Court was offering an avenue for me to do just that.

4. Please give 3 to 5 adjectives to describe the ISC of All CT?
– Chosen family, selfless, charity, commitment, purpose.

5. What is your fondest memory/moment with the organization?
– It is really hard to pick just one! So here’s a few:
– Working with some of our amazing and talented members of the local drag community and Denali from RuPauls Drag Race to raise record funds for local charities at a Pride Afterparty.
– Having the opportunity to not only Reign with my husband, but to help change the norm and show that traditions can change and adapt and be successful.
– Handing out 5 figure checks to our charities and learning what the funds raised meant to them and how it opened up opportunities for them to grow.
-making my mother proud of me through my work as part of a nonprofit.

6. Where would you like the organization to go in the future?
– I would like to see the organization continue to grow and evolve. The queer community is ever evolving, and we need to ensure all are welcome, loved and supported.

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Member Spotlight Natasha Rose Lombardi

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Viscountess Natasha Rose Lombardi
As The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut celebrates 25 years of doing good in our state and community, we want to celebrate the folx who make our success possible, our members. Each week we will highlight one of our members and ask them questions about themselves and The ISC of All CT.
Today we highlight Viscountess Natasha Rose Lombardi:
1. When did you join the organization/how long have you been associated?
I joined shortly after I became a volunteer at Project 100, the Hartford Gay and Lesbian Community Center. I was originally a member of the Nutmeg Empire and rejoined twice once when it became the ISCofAllCT, I left and rejoined 4 years ago.
2. How did you hear about the ISC of All CT?
I heard about the court from several past members and joined to give back to the community and I am proud to be a member.
3. What interested you in joining the organization?
The thing that interested me the most, is how much of a family we are. We all work together to do what we do best. And that is to work together to raise monies for our great hard-working beneficiaries.
4. Please give 3 to 5 adjectives to describe the ISC of All CT?
Exciting generous great teamwork beautiful
5. What is your fondest memory/moment with the organization?
My fondest memory would be meeting “Mama Jose” during the Rhode Island Coronation. I am also honored to be a member of the 25th anniversary committee.
6. Where would you like the organization to go in the future?
I would like to see us grow and become more diverse and have more creative events
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Member Spotlight Morgana de Luxe

Will Bennett #CTImperialCourt

As The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut celebrates 25 years of doing good in our state and community, we want to celebrate the folx who make our success possible, our members. We would like to this opportunity to highlight one of our members and ask them questions about themselves and The ISC of All CT.

Today we highlight Empress 2013 Morgana de Luxe:

1.When did you join the organization/how long have you been associated?

I joined the organization when we were still The Nutmeg Empire, so have been associated 27 years.

2. How did you hear about the ISC of All CT?

Through Empress IV Bambi Lee, The White Swam Empress

3. What interested you in joining the organization?

I grew up giving back to the communities and was taught by my father that we do this, because it is the right thing to do, with no expectations back.

4. Please give 3 to 5 adjectives to describe the ISC of All CT?

Fun, Exhausting but worth it, Inspiring, Motivational, Lasting friendship

5. What is your fondest memory/moment with the organization?

The first time I met Jose I, The Widow Norton, both mine and Trevor’s, but when I was Empress in 2013 and had a chance to attend True Colors and work with the youth and I was inspired to give them a ‘It does get better’ speech’ and received a standing ovation. One of my top ten moments that has affected me in my life

6. Where would you like the organization to go in the future?

I think we need to meld with the times and find new ways to attract younger folx (considering I’m one of the oldest members) and try to become more connected with the Communities of Connecticut.

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Member Spotlight Don Houston

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Emperor 21 Don Houston

As The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut celebrates 25 years of doing good in our state and community, we want to celebrate the folx who make our success possible, our members. Each week we will highlight one of our members and ask them questions about themselves and The ISC of All CT.

Today we highlight Emperor 21 Don Houston:

1. When did you join the organization/how long have you been associated?

10 years ago? Oh god!

2. How did you hear about the ISC of All CT?

I was dating drag queen who mentioned there is a court.

3. What interested you in joining the organization?

Helping the community and meeting new and interesting people. As well as the chance to perform at events knowing your tips are going to help others.

4. Please give 3 to 5 adjectives to describe the ISC of All CT?

Sparkly! Shiny! Voluptuous!

5. What is your fondest memory/moment with the organization?

Besides my own step up, as I look back, I did actually enjoy my reign despite all the stress. The more I travel and hear about other courts simply shut down during that time, I grow more and more proud of my own reign and achievements. We all came together and made it work: getting Venmo, doing online events, setting the example for online coronation, convincing queens to make music videos where before they only did live shows, me and my empress using our talents to raise money online.

6. Where would you like the organization to go in the future?

Keep thriving, keep being the fun and friendly coronation, make sure the person on the mic has charisma!

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