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Gilead Named Number One Overall Philanthropic Funder of HIV-Related Programs for Second Year in a Row by Funders Concerned About AIDS

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) today was recognized as the number one philanthropic funder of HIV-related programs for the second year in a row, in a new report released by Funders Concerned About AIDS (FCAA).

Key Points: 
  • Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) today was recognized as the number one philanthropic funder of HIV-related programs for the second year in a row, in a new report released by Funders Concerned About AIDS (FCAA).
  • “We know that progress against HIV depends on more than scientific innovation, which is why we support the community organizations doing remarkable work to eliminate barriers to care.
  • “This support is more essential than ever given the incredibly challenging environment in which we find ourselves.
  • Initiative – a 3-year, $10 million commitment to increase HIV prevention, anti-stigma and health equity efforts for Black cisgender and Transgender women and girls in the United States.

Gilead Demonstrates the Impact of Global Collaboration in Advancing HIV Research and Health Equity at EACS 2023

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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As a leader in HIV innovation, Gilead will provide an update on its signature initiatives, key collaborations and share new scientific data from its HIV research and development programs.

Key Points: 
  • As a leader in HIV innovation, Gilead will provide an update on its signature initiatives, key collaborations and share new scientific data from its HIV research and development programs.
  • Additional lenacapavir data presented at EACS 2023 will provide insight into the therapy’s resistance profile.
  • The mental health outcomes reported by participants in BICSTaR over a two-year period will also be presented at EACS 2023.
  • Mental health impairments can further increase the risk of negative health outcomes at every stage of the HIV care continuum.

THE ELTON JOHN AIDS FOUNDATION AWARDS GRANT TO SAN ANTONIO AIDS FOUNDATION AND CORAZÓN SAN ANTONIO TO END NEW HIV INFECTIONS IN BEXAR COUNTY

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- San Antonio AIDS Foundation (SAAF) and Corazón San Antonio are excited to announce their newest community impact collaboration "SAAF Spaces with Corazón," in partnership with the Elton John AIDS Foundation. This two-year, $500,000 grant will help SAAF and Corazón San Antonio expand their services in HIV outreach, testing, prevention, and syringe exchange while providing resources to sex workers and people experiencing homelessness.

Key Points: 
  • $500,000 Award from the Elton John AIDS Foundation Will Help Expand HIV and STI outreach, testing, prevention and linkage to care throughout San Antonio
    SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- San Antonio AIDS Foundation (SAAF) and Corazón San Antonio are excited to announce their newest community impact collaboration "SAAF Spaces with Corazón," in partnership with the Elton John AIDS Foundation .
  • "In partnering with the Elton John AIDS Foundation, the San Antonio AIDS Foundation and Corazón San Antonio will be able to connect with otherwise marginalized communities to provide not just HIV prevention and access to care but to offer support services for people who use drugs," said Cherise Rohr-Allegrini, PhD, MPH, CEO of the San Antonio AIDS Foundation.
  • "The Elton John AIDS Foundation, San Antonio AIDS Foundation and Corazón San Antonio have a shared goal of revolutionalizing the model of HIV care by meeting communities where they are, outside of traditional healthcare settings," said Noelle Esquire, US Portfolio Lead at the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
  • For more information about the Elton John AIDS Foundation grant and services provided by the San Antonio AIDS Foundation and Corazón, visit SanAntonioAIDS.org , CorazonSA.org , or ejaf.org .

Gilead Showcases Latest HIV Pipeline Progress and the Impact of Global Collaboration on Health Equity Efforts at IAS 2023

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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As the leader in HIV innovation, Gilead will provide updates on its signature initiatives and key collaborations while sharing new scientific data from its research and development programs.

Key Points: 
  • As the leader in HIV innovation, Gilead will provide updates on its signature initiatives and key collaborations while sharing new scientific data from its research and development programs.
  • Gilead is committed to continuous scientific discovery to meet the evolving needs of people affected by HIV.
  • At IAS 2023, Gilead will share new findings on HIV treatment and prevention strategies, as well as the latest updates from the company’s continued pursuit of an HIV cure.
  • Gilead scientists will also contribute to three IAS-hosted satellite sessions to further advance scientific dialogue on key issues including:

Plants to the Rescue

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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LONDON, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This year an ambulance makes an appearance at the Oxford Business Park for National Plants at Work Week 2023. "The ambulance felt like the perfect tool to confirm the importance of plants to our health and wellbeing," confirmed plants@work Ambassador Ian Drummond.

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  • "The ambulance felt like the perfect tool to confirm the importance of plants to our health and wellbeing," confirmed plants@work Ambassador Ian Drummond.
  • Watching from afar one person noted something wasn't quite right – plants kept appearing/peeping out of the back of the ambulance and by the doors.
  • Searching for the bed and the patient in the ambulance was difficult as the back was full of plants!
  • Award-winning botanical designer and author of At Home With Plants, Ian Drummond is a regulr contributor to many popular publications.

Donatella Versace Announces $300,000 Fundraising Match for Elton John AIDS Foundation's Rocket Fund

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Versace Chief Creative Officer, Donatella Versace is pleased to announce a $300,000 matching gift for donations to the Elton John AIDS Foundation's Rocket Fund during June Pride month. As a longtime supporter of the Foundation, and Co-Chair of The Rocket Fund, Donatella is honored to be part of this transformative $125 million campaign, to reinforce their commitment to ending AIDS and their dedication to supporting LGBTQ+ rights.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Versace Chief Creative Officer, Donatella Versace is pleased to announce a $300,000 matching gift for donations to the Elton John AIDS Foundation's Rocket Fund during June Pride month.
  • "When the AIDS epidemic began 32 years ago, it was a very dark moment in history," said Donatella Versace.
  • As Pride celebrations begin globally, I am committed to supporting the amazing work of the Elton John AIDS Foundation to end AIDS by 2030 and to kick start our efforts with our $300,000 match."
  • "Elton and I are honored to have our dear friend and LGBTQ+ ally, Donatella Versace joining this monumental moment for the Foundation as a Co-Chair of The Rocket Fund," said David Furnish, Chairman of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Donatella Versace Announces $300,000 Fundraising Match for Elton John AIDS Foundation's Rocket Fund

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Versace Chief Creative Officer, Donatella Versace is pleased to announce a $300,000 matching gift for donations to the Elton John AIDS Foundation's Rocket Fund during June Pride month. As a longtime supporter of the Foundation, and Co-Chair of The Rocket Fund, Donatella is honored to be part of this transformative $125 million campaign, to reinforce their commitment to ending AIDS and their dedication to supporting LGBTQ+ rights.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Versace Chief Creative Officer, Donatella Versace is pleased to announce a $300,000 matching gift for donations to the Elton John AIDS Foundation's Rocket Fund during June Pride month.
  • "When the AIDS epidemic began 32 years ago, it was a very dark moment in history," said Donatella Versace.
  • As Pride celebrations begin globally, I am committed to supporting the amazing work of the Elton John AIDS Foundation to end AIDS by 2030 and to kick start our efforts with our $300,000 match."
  • "Elton and I are honored to have our dear friend and LGBTQ+ ally, Donatella Versace joining this monumental moment for the Foundation as a Co-Chair of The Rocket Fund," said David Furnish, Chairman of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Sir Elton John Joins Forces with Donatella Versace and Other Notable Philanthropists to Announce $125 Million Rocket Fund to End AIDS For All

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sir Elton John, global superstar and Founder of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, has announced the launch of The Rocket Fund, a $125 million, three-year initiative to accelerate the Foundation's life-saving work to tackle the growing rates of HIV infections in vulnerable communities.

Key Points: 
  • The Rocket Fund will turbo-charge our mission and reach those most at risk from this terrible disease.
  • Sir Elton John and the Elton John AIDS Foundation would like to thank the co-chairs of The Rocket Fund for their contributions to the Foundation and today's announcement, including Donatella Versace, Tani Austin, David Furnish, and David Geffen.
  • Throughout Pride Month, Sir Elton John and the co-chairs of The Rocket Fund are challenging supporters to let their #InnerElton out.
  • If left unchecked, they only worsen with devastating impacts on the most vulnerable," said Anne Aslett, Chief Executive Officer of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Sir Elton John Joins Forces with Donatella Versace and Other Notable Philanthropists to Announce $125 Million Rocket Fund to End AIDS For All

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sir Elton John, global superstar and Founder of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, has announced the launch of The Rocket Fund, a $125 million, three-year initiative to accelerate the Foundation's life-saving work to tackle the growing rates of HIV infections in vulnerable communities.

Key Points: 
  • The Rocket Fund will turbo-charge our mission and reach those most at risk from this terrible disease.
  • Sir Elton John and the Elton John AIDS Foundation would like to thank the co-chairs of The Rocket Fund for their contributions to the Foundation and today's announcement, including Donatella Versace, Tani Austin, David Furnish, and David Geffen.
  • Throughout Pride Month, Sir Elton John and the co-chairs of The Rocket Fund are challenging supporters to let their #InnerElton out.
  • If left unchecked, they only worsen with devastating impacts on the most vulnerable," said Anne Aslett, Chief Executive Officer of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

The Elton John AIDS Foundation Welcomes Paul Buccieri, President & Chairman, A+E Networks® Group, to its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elton John AIDS Foundation has announced that Paul Buccieri, President & Chairman of the A+E Networks® Group, has joined its board of directors. Buccieri leads A+E Networks, helming the multiplatform global entertainment business encompassing A&E®, Lifetime®, The HISTORY® Channel, as well as A+E Networks International®, A+E Studios®, Six West Media™ and Category 6™ Media. A+E Networks®' content reaches more than 338 million households in 41 languages across over 200 territories. Paul oversees all aspects of the company, including Programming, Ad Sales, Distribution, Marketing, the People Team, Communications and Global Content Sales (GCS), enabling global audiences to interact with its brands and content through FAST channels, AVOD, and SVOD products, and podcasts.  

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elton John AIDS Foundation has announced that Paul Buccieri, President & Chairman of the A+E Networks® Group, has joined its board of directors.
  • "Raising awareness of the ongoing global AIDS epidemic, and the means to protect yourself, as well as the barriers to ending the disease are absolutely critical to our work at the Elton John AIDS Foundation," said David Furnish, Chairman of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
  • Elton and my fellow board members are delighted he has joined us at such a critical time for the Foundation.
  • To learn more about Buccieri and the Elton John AIDS Foundation's Board of Directors, please visit: https://www.eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org/about-us/our-team/ .