They’ve been there since the beginning, as
caregivers and advocates. They’ve been through the wars and now face something
just as dangerous as AIDS itself: complacency.
AIDS is simply not on the radar for a lot of people
anymore. It’s no big deal. So what if you get infected? There are drugs to
take. You’ll be fine. If only it were that simple.
When the epidemic first began, the arts community
suffered a disproportionate number of losses. That was certainly because many
gay men were involved in theatre, design, music, dance and film. But even when
the demographics shifted, one organization rooted in the Broadway theatre
continued its wildly successful efforts.
In May 1992, two already established groups merged
to become Broadway Cares/Equity Fights
AIDS, one of the most important AIDS fundraising entities in the country.
Since 1987, they have distributed over $134 million to Equity professionals,
national and international AIDS organizations and special initiatives.
I’m pleased to announce that I’m partnering with
BC/EFA during the month of June, which is Gay Pride Month.
From
now until June 30, the ebook price of Friend
Grief and AIDS: Thirty Years of Burying Our Friends has been lowered to 99
cents. If you order it during June, using one of the links below, 25 cents of
your purchase will go to BC/EFA.
UPDATE: I'll also donate $1 from the sale of each paperback version (available only from Women & Children First bookstore in Chicago and Amazon).
I know, it’s not much, but the old fundraiser in me
knows that every little bit counts. So when you click on one of those links,
you’ll not only be buying my book, you’ll be supporting an organization that
continues to fight the good fight. Thanks in advance!
1 comment:
It's great to be found - thanks!
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