AIDS Walk Los Angeles is a community-driven fundraiser organized by APLA Health to fight HIV/AIDS through LGBTQ+ healthcare; sexual health services; food, housing, and support for people with HIV; and local partner organizations.

We provide affirming healthcare, HIV specialty care, food, housing, and support services to underserved communities. Formerly AIDS Project Los Angeles, we’ve supported people affected by HIV/AIDS since 1983.

AIDS Walk Los Angeles donations go to support APLA Health’s vital services for over 22,000 people throughout Los Angeles County. Unlike grant funding that must be used for designated purposes, your donations give us flexibility to meet urgent community needs quickly.

No, there’s no fundraising minimum. We welcome everyone to join us to help raise awareness that the HIV/AIDS epidemic is not over.

All walkers get a commemorative T-shirt at the park, while supplies last. Raise $1,000+ to receive a Star Walker shirt—mailed early if you qualify by September 20, or available at the Incentives tent on Walk day.

Use your existing login from any AIDS Walk Los Angeles event since 2020. If needed, reset your password. Still stuck? Text 213.201.9255 or email aidswalkla@aplahealth.org.

We need your renewed consent to participate. Some profile info (like donor history) carries over, but you must re-register annually.

Yes! Just email us at aidswalkla@aplahealth.org with your new team name.

Yes, fundraising and walking count at most schools. Sign in at the Volunteers tent on Walk day to document your hours. School advisors can contact Brian Sharp at bsharp@aplahealth.org with questions.

It’s our youth leadership program for middle and high school students. Learn more on the Kids Who Care program page.

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We respect your identity and want to address you properly. Contact us if your pronouns aren’t listed during registration.

We ask for demographics to help us ensure our event is inclusive and welcoming. This information is private and optional, and it helps us better serve our community.

Just two! Teams range from small groups to over 100 walkers, often representing schools, businesses, or families. Walking for someone or raising awareness? Start a team!

It helps! Registered members receive special updates, it ensures we track funds accurately, and team leaders can request spreadsheets of their roster and donations.

You have until Friday, November 7 to turn in donations and qualify for fundraising awards like Star Walker status.

Make checks payable to “AIDS Walk Los Angeles.”
Include the walker or team name in the memo line or on a note.

Mail checks to:
AIDS Walk Los Angeles
611 S Kingsley Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90005

To turn in cash, text 213.201.9255 to make an appointment.

1. Snap a photo of the check and email or text it to us with “PLEASE ENTER THIS CHECK FOR ME/MY TEAM.”
2. Specify where it should be credited—to you, your team, or the general event.
3. Mail the check with the same details in the memo.

Checks may take up to two weeks to appear in your fundraising total.

Void the check and ask the donor to write a new one to AIDS Walk Los Angeles. Text 213.201.9255 if you need help.

Yes. APLA Health is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax ID: 84-1661910. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations.

Yes. Online donors receive an automatic email receipt.
Donating by cash or check? Contact us at aidswalkla@aplahealth.org to request one.

Online donations are safest and easiest. If you meet someone collecting in person:

• Check that they’re a registered walker or team via our website.
• If anything feels off, contact us for guidance.

Some employers will match your donation 1:1—doubling your impact. Ask your company or HR department. You can also ask friends or family to match your donations as a mini-challenge.

Raise $1,000 or more and you’ll join this group of outstanding fundraisers.

Benefits include:

• A star with your name on our Walk of Fame on the day of the event.
• A special Star Walker shirt and pin.
• A plaque recognizing your achievement.

You’ll still earn Star Walker recognition! We track all qualifying fundraisers automatically.

Awards are our way of saying thank you for reaching fundraising milestones. This year:

• $100+: commemorative pin
• $1,000+: Star Walker shirt, Walk of Fame star, plaque

When registering, you can choose whether to accept or decline these awards—every dollar raised supports care for our community.