AIDS/LifeCycle Riders Raise Awareness, Funds for HIV/AIDS Care

Annual Bike Ride Connects San Francisco and Los Angeles

Event Supports Organizations Providing Essential Services

Thousands of cyclists took to the road on June 5th for the 35th annual AIDS/LifeCycle ride, a seven-day, 545-mile journey from San Francisco to Los Angeles. The event raises funds and awareness for HIV/AIDS care and prevention programs supported by the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Los Angeles LGBT Center.

This year's ride had a special significance, marking the 40th anniversary of the first reported cases of AIDS. Over the past four decades, the HIV/AIDS epidemic has claimed millions of lives, but thanks to advancements in treatment and prevention, people living with HIV can now live long, healthy lives.

AIDS/LifeCycle is one of the largest annual HIV/AIDS fundraising events in the world. Since its inception, the ride has raised over $270 million to support critical services for people living with HIV/AIDS, including medical care, housing, and counseling.

Participants Share Stories of Resilience and Hope

The riders who participate in AIDS/LifeCycle come from all walks of life, but they are united by a common goal: to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Many riders have personal connections to HIV/AIDS, either as someone who is living with the virus or as a friend or family member of someone who is.

For some riders, AIDS/LifeCycle is an opportunity to honor the memory of loved ones lost to AIDS. For others, it is a way to give back to the community and make a difference in the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS.

No matter their motivation, all of the riders share a deep commitment to the fight against HIV/AIDS. Their stories of resilience and hope are a powerful reminder that the epidemic is not over, but that together, we can end it.

Event Highlights Importance of Continued Support

While there have been significant advancements in the fight against HIV/AIDS, the epidemic is far from over. In the United States, there are still an estimated 1.1 million people living with HIV, and each year, approximately 39,000 new infections occur.

AIDS/LifeCycle is a critical source of funding for organizations that provide essential services to people living with HIV/AIDS. These services include medical care, housing, counseling, and prevention education.

The continued success of AIDS/LifeCycle is essential to ensuring that these organizations can continue to provide the services that people living with HIV/AIDS rely on. By participating in the ride, cyclists are not only raising funds, but they are also raising awareness about the ongoing need for support.

AIDS/LifeCycle 2023: Register Now!

Registration for AIDS/LifeCycle 2023 is now open. The ride will take place from June 3rd to June 10th, 2023. To learn more about AIDS/LifeCycle and to register for the ride, visit the AIDS/LifeCycle website.