Chuck Holmes, a San Francisco-based pornographer, played a significant role in shaping gay identity after Stonewall. He later became a prominent donor to organizations such as the Human Rights Campaign and LGBT Victory Fund, but faced challenges as his wealth was accepted in philanthropic circles, yet he was often excluded from the very communities he supported.
Seed Money: The Chuck Holmes Story
Chuck Holmes, a pioneering San Francisco-based pornographer, played a significant role in shaping and defining gay identity after the Stonewall riots, while also supporting prominent gay advocacy groups.