Colorado Health Network
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| Abbreviation | CHN |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1983 |
| Type | 501(c)(3) non-profit organization |
| Headquarters | Denver, Colorado, U.S. |
CEO | Darrell Vigil |
| Website | coloradohealthnetwork |
Formerly called | Colorado AIDS Project |
Colorado Health Network (CHN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Colorado that provides health and support services to individuals living with or at risk of HIV/AIDS. Additionally they offer programs and resources for individuals impacted by hepatitis C, STDs, and substance abuse. The organization's CEO is Darrell Vigil.[1]
Fundraisers
[edit]As a nonprofit organization, Colorado Health Network runs multiple annual fundraising events throughout the year.[2]
Red Ball
[edit]Red Ball is an annual fundraiser fashion event in Denver, organized to raise AIDS awareness and honor World AIDS Day. The red-themed event is inspired by the AIDS awareness ribbon.[3]
Red Ribbon Ball
[edit]Red Ribbon Ball is a fundraising event ran since 1994.[4] The event had 200 guests in 2022, and raised $35,000. Sponsors included Gilead, UCHealth, Centura / Penrose Hospital, El Pomar Foundation, Infectious Disease Specialists, Gray Line, Walgreens, Cheetah Printing, Ent Credit Union, Peak Vista Community Health Centers.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ Harmon, Tracy (21 February 2023). "Pueblo County commissioner accuses needle exchange of promoting drug use". Pueblo Chieftain. Archived from the original on 2023-06-25. Retrieved 2023-06-25.
- ^ a b Navarro, Linda (2022-05-01). "AROUND TOWN: Red Ribbon Ball welcomes 200 guests, features drag performances and AIDS Memorial quilt". Colorado Springs Gazette. Archived from the original on 2023-06-26. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ ""The Red Ball" Combines Cutting-Edge Runway & World Aids Day Awareness". FOX31 Denver. 2022-11-23. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ Navarro, Linda (2017-04-12). "AROUND TOWN: SCAP Red Ribbon Ball honors heroes in the HIV/AIDS fight". Colorado Springs Gazette. Archived from the original on 2023-06-26. Retrieved 2023-06-26.