activities · 27
what they do
direct service · 18
- Community engagement and outreach events Volunteer-Organized Community Convenings & CampaignsOrganized over 500 events and 20 campaigns in the past 12 months through a volunteer network of over 300 members across 25 cities, supporting HIV awareness and community services.
- Comprehensive medical care through AHF-operated healthcare centersOperates healthcare centers that provide pharmacy services, specialty Medicare programs, same-day HIV and STD testing, and free wellness centers as part of a comprehensive care model in the United States.
- Development of HIV testing and care innovationsInstrumental in developing the first dedicated mobile HIV testing project in Los Angeles County (1991), the WEHO Lounge as a flagship HIV testing site and coffeehouse, and the first women’s HIV treatment clinic in South Los Angeles; helped develop and operate Agape House, a residential care facility for HIV-positive women and their children.
- Emergency and disaster relief Emergency Humanitarian Response CoordinationConducted emergency relief efforts in Haiti after Hurricane Matthew and in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Irma, delivering medical and humanitarian aid during crises.
- Emergency relief and disaster response Emergency Humanitarian Response CoordinationConducted emergency relief efforts in Haiti after Hurricane Matthew and in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Irma.
- Food and basic needs distribution Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 30,000 pounds of groceries and fresh produce weekly, along with clothing and toiletries, to more than 3,000 individuals including homeless people, low-income families, and seniors through a food pantry and education program in Los Angeles County.
- Food and basic needs distribution programs Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 30,000 pounds of groceries and fresh produce weekly, along with clothing and toiletries, to more than 3,000 individuals including homeless people, low-income families, and seniors through a food pantry and education program in Los Angeles County.
- Geographic expansion of servicesExpanded operations across Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, the Caribbean, and Latin America, increasing access to HIV care and prevention services.
- Geographic expansion of services Financial Branch Expansion and OperationsExpanded operations across Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, and grew presence in the Caribbean and Latin America.
- Global HIV care, testing, and prevention servicesDelivers HIV care, testing, and prevention services to over 2.7 million patients globally across 50 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
- Global HIV care, testing, and prevention servicesProvides HIV care, testing, and prevention services to over 2.7 million patients globally across 50 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Services include same-day HIV and STD testing, pharmacy services, specialty Medicare programs, and wellness centers.
- Local HIV service delivery in specific U.S. communitiesProvides life-saving direct services to nearly 2,000 individuals living with HIV annually and conducts over 15,000 HIV screenings each year in Georgia; serves over 2,000 clients living with HIV and 30,000 community residents annually in Queens, NY.
- Mobile and innovative HIV testing initiativesDeveloped the first dedicated mobile HIV testing project in Los Angeles County in 1991 and instrumental in creating the WEHO Lounge, AHF’s flagship HIV testing site and coffeehouse, expanding access through innovative models.
- Specialized HIV care and treatment developmentAdvocated for and helped develop the first women’s HIV treatment clinic in South Los Angeles and initiated the Dolls of Hope Project, which makes and distributes handmade cloth dolls for HIV/AIDS orphans.
- Support programs for vulnerable populations affected by HIV Orphan Rescue and ResettlementInitiated the Dolls of Hope Project, which makes and distributes handmade cloth dolls for HIV/AIDS orphans, and provides stable, affordable housing units through the Healthy Housing Foundation.
- Supportive housing for vulnerable populations HIV/AIDS Supportive Housing & Financial AssistanceProvides stable, affordable housing units to individuals in need through the Healthy Housing Foundation, including residential care at Agape House for HIV-positive women and their dependent children.
- Volunteer mobilization and community outreach Volunteer-Organized Community Convenings & CampaignsOrganized over 500 events and 20 campaigns in the past 12 months through a volunteer network of over 300 members across 25 cities.
- Wellness Center program implementationOversaw the development and implementation of AHF’s Wellness Center programs across the United States, providing comprehensive care including HIV testing, medical care, and wellness services.
advocacy · 5
- Advocacy for health care access and affordability Health Access Policy AdvocacyConducts advocacy campaigns across the United States focused on lowering drug prices, expanding affordable housing, and ensuring equal access to health care, including active opposition to AB 1938 in California.
- Leadership in state-level HIV policy and guidelines Maternal & Perinatal Health Equity InitiativesCo-chairs the New York State Perinatal HIV Guidelines Committee and co-chaired the Care Committee for the Governor’s Task Force to End the AIDS Epidemic in New York State.
- National and regional advocacy campaigns Health Access Policy AdvocacyEngages in political, economic, and social advocacy campaigns across the United States focused on lowering drug prices, expanding affordable housing, ensuring equal access to health care, and opposing legislation such as California’s AB 1938.
- Policy leadership in HIV treatment and prevention Maternal & Perinatal Health Equity InitiativesCo-chairs key policy bodies including the New York State Perinatal HIV Guidelines Committee and co-chaired the Care Committee for the Governor’s Task Force to End the AIDS Epidemic in New York State.
- Recognition and awards for social justice and advocacy Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsReceived The King Center’s MLK, Jr. Social Justice Award in January 2025 and recognition from the American Bar Association, Pride Ft. Lauderdale, the Haiti Ministry of Health, and the Urban League of Broward County for advancing equality and human rights.
research · 2
- Global HIV and STI research initiativesConducts behavioral, biomedical, and social science research to improve HIV and STI prevention, testing, treatment, and linkage to care globally; publishes annual Global Quality Reports and multiple peer-reviewed studies on HIV/STI topics including drug resistance, clinical outcomes in treatment-experienced patients, monkeypox in people with HIV, and HIV self-testing in China.
- HIV and STI research and publicationConducts behavioral, biomedical, and social science research to improve HIV and STI prevention, testing, treatment, and linkage to care globally. Publishes annual Global Quality Reports and multiple peer-reviewed studies on topics including drug resistance, treatment-experienced cohorts, monkeypox in PLWH, and HIV self-testing in China.
capacity building · 2
- Medical education and workforce capacity building Health Sector Capacity BuildingProvides medical education and training in Rwanda through the Human Resources for Health Program.
- Medical education and workforce training Health Sector Capacity BuildingProvides medical education and training in Rwanda through the Human Resources for Health Program and maintains affiliations with professional medical societies to build health care capacity.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Addressing Social Determinants of Health social_determinants_of_healthAdvances public health by integrating social determinants—such as housing, food security, and economic stability—into healthcare delivery and pandemic preparedness to improve equity and access.
- Advocacy Integrated with Healthcare Delivery integrated_care_advocacyTreats policy advocacy as equally essential to patient care, using evidence-based policy development, digital outreach, and PSE (policy, systems, environment) change strategies to expand access to HIV treatment, testing, and prevention globally.
- Client-Centered Clinical Outcome Monitoring clinical_outcome_monitoringMeasures and improves program effectiveness by tracking clinical indicators such as viral load suppression and CD4 count improvement among people living with HIV.
- Community-Centered Engagement and Cultural Tailoring culturally_competent_behavioral_marketingUses culturally competent, community-driven strategies—including influencer engagement, volunteer networks, and identity-affirming safe spaces—to promote HIV prevention, testing, and wellness in LGBTQ+, Black, Latino, trans*, and women’s communities.
- Culturally Tailored Community Engagement and Behavioral Marketing culturally_competent_behavioral_marketingUses culturally competent, community-driven strategies—including influencer engagement, volunteer affinity groups, and targeted messaging—to promote HIV prevention, testing, and care access among Black, Latino, LGBTQ, trans*, and women’s communities.
- Evidence-Based Policy and Systems Advocacy evidence_based_policy_advocacyStrengthens health systems through policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change strategies and evidence-based advocacy, advancing access to HIV testing, treatment, and prevention at global and local levels.
- Integrated Care Model Addressing Social Determinants of Health integrated_care_modelDelivers comprehensive HIV care by integrating medical services with social support such as housing, food, and pharmacy, based on a model that addresses social determinants of health to reduce barriers to treatment and improve outcomes.
- Integrated Circle of Care Model integrated_care_modelProvides a comprehensive, integrated model of care that combines medical services with social support—including housing, food, pharmacy, and wellness services—to address barriers to HIV treatment and improve health outcomes.
- Multidisciplinary Research and Clinical Outcome Monitoring clinical_outcome_monitoringEvaluates and improves care through clinical indicators like viral load suppression and CD4 counts, while advancing HIV/STI treatment via multidisciplinary research collaborations across academic, government, and nonprofit sectors.
- Multidisciplinary Research for Public Health Innovation multidisciplinary_research_collaborationAdvances HIV and STI care through collaborative, multidisciplinary research that integrates biomedical, behavioral, and social science methods with diverse institutional partners.
- Networked Expansion and Sustainable Partnerships networked_service_expansionExpands service capacity by integrating regional AIDS organizations into AHF’s network and forming sustainable partnerships that leverage local knowledge and collaboration to strengthen community health systems.
- Self-Sustaining Funding Model self_sustaining_funding_modelGenerates sustainable funding for HIV care through integrated revenue streams from pharmacy operations and thrift stores, reinvesting nearly all proceeds into global HIV services.
- Self-Sustaining Funding Model through Social Enterprise retail_funding_modelGenerates sustainable funding for HIV services through revenue from pharmacy operations and thrift stores, reinvesting nearly all proceeds (96 cents per dollar) back into care and support programs.
- Technology-Enhanced and Networked Advocacy technology_enabled_advocacyExpands advocacy impact by leveraging digital tools, social trends, and networked partnerships with regional AIDS service organizations to scale community-responsive programs and outreach.
named programs · 10
what they call their work
AHF Advocacy
Domestic advocacy efforts to advance rights and services for people living with or affected by HIV
AHF Global Advocacy
Advocacy initiatives focused on vaccine equity and access to lifesaving care in low-income countries
AHF Healthcare & Wellness Centers
Provide expert HIV care and same-day HIV/STD testing through a global network of clinics
AHF Pharmacy
Specialty pharmacy where 96% of revenue supports HIV care; offers delivery, adherence packaging, and convenient access
Dolls of Hope Project
Makes and distributes handmade cloth dolls for HIV/AIDS orphans nationally and internationally.
Food For Health
Food pantry and education program providing nutritious groceries and meals to address food insecurity among people with HIV in Los Angeles County
Healthy Housing Foundation (HHF)
Provides stable, affordable housing units to people in need, particularly those affected by HIV
Healthy Housing Foundation Powered by AHF (HHF)
Provides stable, affordable housing units to those in need through an innovative business model.
Out of the Closet Thrift Stores
Thrift stores where 96% of proceeds fund AHF's HIV/AIDS services; combine retail with social mission
Positive Healthcare (PHP)
Medicare Advantage plan (HMO SNP) for people with HIV and Medicare, offering enhanced coverage in Los Angeles County
relationships · 50
who they work with
- AID Atlanta Partner — Affiliate organization providing HIV care, linkage to services, and HIV screening in Atlanta and Newnan, GA.
- AIDS Center of Queens County Partner — Affiliate organization serving as the largest provider of HIV/AIDS services in Queens, NY, offering medical, social, and support services.
- AIDS Clinical Trials Group (ACTG) Partner — Dr. Rodney L. Wright conducted research as an investigator with the AIDS Clinical Trials Group.
- AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland Partner — Affiliate organization providing prevention, education, supportive services, and advocacy for people affected by HIV/AIDS in Cleveland, OH.
- AIN - Access & Information Network Partner — Affiliate organization providing services for individuals with chronic health conditions and prevention programs for at-risk communities in Dallas and North Texas.
- African Leadership Partner — AHF applauds and collaborates with African leadership in strengthening public health systems.
- Agape House Partner — Cynthia Davis helped develop and operate Agape House, a residential care facility for HIV-positive women and their dependent children.
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine Partner — Dr. Rodney L. Wright is an Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
- BMC Infectious Diseases Partner — Published AHF Research findings on clinical outcomes of heavily treatment-experienced people living with HIV.
- Broward House Partner — Affiliate organization providing HIV care, PrEP, housing, counseling, and prevention services in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
- CA Medical Association Partner — Dr. William Arroyo serves as an advisor to the CA Medical Association.
- CA Rehabilitation Oversight Board Government — Dr. William Arroyo serves on the CA Rehabilitation Oversight Board representing the Speaker of the CA State Assembly.
- CALOR Partner — Affiliate organization providing culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS support services for Latino communities in Chicago, IL.
- California Apartment Association Partner — Opposes AHF's grassroots advocacy, particularly regarding renter ballot initiatives and AB 1938.
- California Association of Realtors Partner — Co-sponsors AB 1938, legislation AHF is actively opposing.
- California Chamber of Commerce Partner — Co-sponsors AB 1938, legislation that AHF opposes as a threat to grassroots advocacy.
- California Department of Healthcare Services Government — Dr. William Arroyo serves as an advisor to the California Department of Healthcare Services regarding the state’s Medi-Cal plan.
- Charles R. Drew Medical Society Partner — Dr. Condessa Curley has served on the board of the Charles R. Drew Medical Society in Los Angeles.
- Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science Partner — Cynthia Davis is an Assistant Professor and Program Director at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science.
- County Behavioral Health Directors Association of California Partner — Dr. William Arroyo previously served on the board of the County Behavioral Health Directors Association of California.
- FLUX Partner — Collaborated with AHF to create the L.A. Health Care Center 'Open for ALL'.
- First 5 LA Partner — Dr. William Arroyo previously served as a member of the First 5 LA Commission (Alternate).
- Healthy Housing Foundation Partner — Provides affordable housing through a partnership with AHF, operating as Healthy Housing Foundation Powered by AHF.
- Human Resources for Health Program Partner — Dr. Rodney L. Wright is actively involved with the Human Resources for Health Program, which provides medical education and training in Rwanda.
- IRIS HOUSE Partner — Affiliate organization offering comprehensive support, prevention, and education services for women and families affected by HIV/AIDS in New York, NY.
- Impulse Group Atlanta Partner — Dr. Jammie Hopkins serves on the Board of Directors for Impulse Group Atlanta, a social advocacy affinity group of AHF.
- Impulse United Partner — Dr. Jammie Hopkins serves on the Board of Directors for Impulse United, a social advocacy affinity group of AHF.
- In The Meantime Men’s Group Partner — Dr. Jammie Hopkins served on the Board of Directors for In The Meantime Men’s Group in Los Angeles.
- JMIR Public Health and Surveillance Partner — Published AHF Research systematic review and meta-analysis on HIV self-testing in China.
- Latino Outstanding Understanding Division (L.O.U.D) Partner — Collaborates with AHF's Black Leadership AIDS Crisis Coalition on a fireside chat series about COVID vaccination sentiments in the community.
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