AIDS United’s grantmaking portfolio dates back to the founding of the National AIDS Fund in 1987.
Funding for local communities
$118 Million
Additional investments leveraged
$184 Million
Organizations supported
90+
As of January 2021, our strategic grantmaking initiatives have directly funded more than $160 million to local communities, and we have leveraged more than $184 million in additional investments for programs that include, but are not limited to HIV prevention, care, advocacy and syringe access programs.
OPEN OPPORTUNITIES
Rapid Response Technical Assistance Program
The Sector Transformation Initiative Portfolio (STP) is designed to strengthen HIV service organizations as they navigate a national contraction of funding and increasing political hostility. The initiative supports organizations in adapting, thriving, and continuing to meet the needs of the communities they serve.
Request for Support: Completion of the Request for Support form is the first step in accessing technical assistance (TA) through STP’s National Rapid Response TA Program.
Organizations may apply to receive technical assistance at one of the following three levels
Level 1 – Open Access Resources (No application required)
Available to all organizations beginning August 1 on the AIDS United website:
Access to self-guided, online resources, including AIDS United University courses hosted on the Thinkific platform
Exclusive early access to new tools and resource launches
Level 2 – (Application Required) Time-Limited Technical Assistance
3–5 hours of time-limited TA via phone or email with Sector Transformation staff
Support for targeted challenges related to leadership, operations, or proposal writing
Referral to members of our TA Community Support Network, when appropriate
Full access to all Level 1 resources
Level 3 – Intensive Technical Assistance + Micro-Grant
$15,000 micro-grant to support staff time dedicated to organizational transformation
A dedicated TA liaison to coordinate and deliver responsive support
Customized resource and training development tailored to your organization’s needs
Required engagement from C-suite leadership and the Board of Directors
Full access to all Level 1 resources
Regions we’ve been able to provide support for:

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