AIDS Walk New York

AIDS Walk New York

AIDS Walk New York is an annual fundraising walkathon that benefits Gay Men's Health Crisis and over 50 other local AIDS service organizations. Founded in 1986, it's now the largest walkathon in the world, and the largest AIDS fundraiser in the world by participation. AIDS Walk New York is produced by MZA Events, Inc. a fundraising and advocacy firm that specializes in AIDS fundraising events.

External links

AIDS Walk New York - http://www.aidswalk.net/newyork


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