Neil Patrick Harris and AT&T To Be Honored by The Trevor Project

Awards to be presented at annual Cracked Xmas event in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Trevor Project, the leading
national organization focused on crisis and suicide prevention efforts among
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth, today
announced that it will honor Emmy Award®-nominated actor Neil Patrick Harris
and premier communications company AT&T Inc. at Cracked Xmas 12. The event
will be held at The Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles on Dec. 6.

Harris, star of the Emmy Award-winning sitcom, "How I Met Your Mother," and
host of the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards this September, has emerged as a
compelling example for LGBTQ youth through his extraordinary professional and
personal success. The Trevor Project is pleased to bestow him with The Trevor
Life Award, which annually honors an individual who, through his or her
example, support, volunteerism and/or occupation, is an inspiration to LGBTQ
youth. Jeff Probst, two-time Emmy Award-winning host of "Survivor," will
present Harris with the award.

"For many years, I have been a passionate and enthusiastic supporter of The
Trevor Project's lifesaving work, and I'm deeply honored to be recognized by
an organization which has such a vital mission," said Harris. "Everyone,
regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, should be able to
live their lives proudly as exactly who they are. I'm hopeful that in
accepting this award, and in helping to build further awareness of The Trevor
Project's resources, I can in some small way make a difference in the lives of
LGBTQ youth."

AT&T has proved itself to be a champion of diversity and a progressive
corporate leader committed to equality, as demonstrated by its continuous 100%
Index rating by the Human Rights Campaign. The corporation will be presented
with The Trevor Hope Award, which annually honors a company or organization
that, through its policies, initiatives and other efforts, demonstrates a
commitment to LGBTQ causes and is a prominent, public example of corporate
acceptance of individuals regardless of sexual orientation.

"We appreciate being honored with The Trevor Hope Award," said Troup Coronado,
AT&T External Affairs - Los Angeles. "We're proud to support the vital work
being done by The Trevor Project and its ongoing efforts to support and
enhance communication with youth, especially those most at risk."

"Neil Patrick Harris and AT&T have both provided significant support to The
Trevor Project and the LGBTQ youth whom it serves," said Charles Robbins,
executive director and CEO, The Trevor Project. "We applaud them for having
the courage and conviction to set positive examples for young people, and for
inspiring them to take pride in themselves and each other."

Cracked Xmas, The Trevor Project's largest, annual fundraiser, brings together
top entertainers to support the organization's programs including its free and
confidential helpline, in-school workshops, community outreach, advocacy
efforts and educational resources.

About The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization focused on crisis and
suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and
questioning youth. Every day, The Trevor Project saves young lives through its
free and confidential helpline, in-school workshops, educational materials,
online resources and advocacy. The organization was founded in 1998 by three
filmmakers whose film, "Trevor," a comedy/drama about a gay teenager who
attempts suicide, received the 1994 Academy Award® for Best Short Film (Live
Action). For more information, visit TheTrevorProject.org.

About Neil Patrick Harris
Equally successful on stage and screen, Neil Patrick Harris continues to
demonstrate his creative versatility. He can currently be seen as the
womanizing Barney Stinson in the fifth season of the hit CBS comedy series,
"How I Met Your Mother," a role which garnered him a 2009 Golden Globe
nomination and three consecutive Emmy Award nominations. Harris' Barney is
best known for his hilarious catchphrases, penchant for suits, and foolproof
ways of picking up women. Named one of the "2008 Entertainers of the Year" by
Entertainment Weekly, Harris served as host of the 61st Annual Primetime Emmy
Awards and the 63rd Annual Tony Awards.

SOURCE The Trevor Project

Jacqueline Wing of The Trevor Project, +1-310-271-8845, ext. 226,
Jacqueline.Wing@TheTrevorProject.org