25 Ways to Make a Difference
#1. Get tested
Encourage anyone you know who is sexually active to consider HIV testing.
#2. Volunteer
Offer your time and talents to serve those affected with HIV and AIDS.
#3. Practice safe(r) sex
Make healthy decisions about your sexual health and protect yourself against potential infection.
#4. Use the Virtual Red Ribbon
Display it on your website or email signature to show your support.
#6. Walk, run, or ride
These activities can help raise funds and awareness for Piedmont Care.
#7. Organize an event
Events are a fantastic way to raise funds for Piedmont Care while having a great time.
#8. Wear a Red Ribbon
Show your support for individuals living with HIV and AIDS, their caregivers, and the vital education and research efforts that drive effective treatments, vaccines, and cures.
#9. Donate a book or video to your local library
These resources can be invaluable for people living with HIV and AIDS.
#10. Purchase items from places that support the HIV and AIDS community
Support organizations like the United Nations and amfAR (The Foundation for AIDS Research), which donate to help the HIV and AIDS community.
#11. Be a friend
If you know someone living with HIV and AIDS, make the commitment to celebrate your friendship.
#12. Donate
Donations of money, time, individually packaged food, and personal care items are all essential for supporting individuals living with HIV and AIDS.
#13. Remember the holidays
Observe the holiday season by donating gifts to children affected by HIV and AIDS.
#14. Lobby your senators or representatives
Encourage them to champion for increased funding for HIV and AIDS programs.
#15. Attend a World AIDS Day event
World AIDS Day is observed on December 1 each year. Join Piedmont Care for our special events honoring this important day.
#16. Organize a food drive
This is a great way to support Piedmont Care's food and personal care pantry.
#17. Discuss HIV and AIDS in your community
Encourage people to share their experiences and fears. Share information on safe(r) sex and personal protection practices.
#18. Contribute to the Safe Haven Project
This organization creates and funds camps for children living with HIV and AIDS.
#19. Give
Every donation helps support Piedmont Care’s mission. If you work for a large company, ask about matching giving efforts.
#20. Participate in fundraisers for HIV and AIDS education and treatment
Piedmont Care’s annual Twisted Trivia event is a great way to have fun while supporting people living with HIV and our prevention efforts.
#21. Learn more about HIV and AIDS
Ask about Piedmont Care’s free HIV trainings.
#22. De-stigmatize HIV and AIDS
Be open with friends and colleagues if you are positive or if you know someone who is living with HIV.
#23. Invite Piedmont Care to speak
Our trained and certified staff will speak to your organization, club, church, etc. about HIV and AIDS.
#24. Lend a hand
If you know someone living with HIV and AIDS, offer to rake leaves, mow the lawn, paint a room, or walk a dog.
#25. Start a blog
Write about your efforts and activities and invite others to share their stories.