amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research
amfAR events, which range from small cocktail receptions and store openings to art auctions and international galas, all play a critically important role in raising funds for amfAR's programs and building AIDS awareness.
For the past two decades, amfAR’s annual Cinema Against AIDS benefits have been the hottest ticket in town during the Cannes International Film Festival. To date, these spectacular events have raised more than $70 million for amfAR’s AIDS research programs and have helped keep the fight against AIDS in the global media spotlight.
Benefit events in cities around the world raise millions for AIDS research and help keep AIDS in the public eye.
Sinéad O’Connor gave passionate renditions of “The Last Day of Our Acquaintance” and her immortal hit “Nothing Compares 2 U,” which she dedicated to the family of Dame Elizabeth Taylor. Photo credit: Kevin Tachman.
Under the inspirational leadership of Cindy and Howard Rachofsky, the 2011 event raised close to $5 million—a record high—for amfAR and the Dallas Museum of Art. Photo credit: Kevin Tachman.
John Legend surprised guests with an impromptu performance of “Ordinary People” to introduce his special auction item at this year’s event. Photo Credit: WireImage