beneficiaries

Now in its 17th year, Dance for Life has raised more than $3 million for HIV/AIDS prevention and care programs. We are proud to sponsor the following charities in 2008:

AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC)
Our long time friend and permanent beneficiary, AFC grants funding for local HIV/AIDS care and prevention programs, advocates for sound AIDS policy and increased public support for AIDS services, and through our Service Providers Council, develops and implements strategies for coordinating AIDS care and prevention services.

Howard Brown Health Center (HBHC)
promotes the well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons through the provision of health care and wellness programs, including clinical, educational, social service and research activities.

Chicago Recovery Alliance (CRA)
is committed to respect for every woman, child or man using alcohol or other drugs and to assisting any positive change in the reduction of drug-related harm with all people.

The Night Ministry
The Night Ministry connects with Chicago's vulnerable youth and adults, providing basic supplies, self-care supplies, free healthcare, housing and supportive services for youth, referrals to other resources, and more.

In addition, small personal assistance grants to members of the dance community living with HIV/AIDS in metropolitan Chicago will also be distributed through the Dance for Life Fund.