What is AIDS?

AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) refers to the condition that develops as a result of untreated HIV infection. An AIDS diagnosis is made if a person with HIV develops one of the serious infections connected with HIV, or if blood tests show that their immune system is badly damaged by HIV. Typically, it will take several years before HIV breaks down a person’s immune system and causes AIDS.

We Won't Back Down!

Our promise to our clients and our community is to provide lifesaving work for people living with and affected by HIV. Will you help us keep up the fight?

2025 could bring major changes to GMHC, with uncertainties in government funding and an increase in those needing our services. To continue providing critical care and support, we set a goal of raising $90,000 for 2025 — and we’re already more than halfway there! Will you help us reach our 2025 goal today?