AIDS Foundation of Chicago Invites Funding Proposals
Priority Given to Community-Based
& Minority-Run Organizations

The AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) invites non-profit organizations in the Chicago metropolitan area to submit funding proposals for HIV-related programs and services.

Agencies interested in applying should download the Request for Proposals (RFP) or contact Cheryl Potts at cpotts@aidschicago.org for a copy. Proposals are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2004; the deadline is strictly enforced.

The mission of AFC's grantmaking program is to support programs designed to reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS and/or to care for those living with and affected by the epidemic. Within this broad mission, AFC funds organizations that conduct HIV education, prevention, and/or risk-reduction programs; provide direct care services for people affected by HIV; and advocate on behalf of people affected by HIV. Funding priority is given to community-based organizations and those organizations serving populations disproportionately affected by HIV, especially communities of color.

Through its grantmaking program, AFC seeks to fill gaps in AIDS-related services by making funds available for innovative programs that may not be considered by other grantmaking sources. Grants are also made to assist community-based providers in under-served communities to build service capacity.

Since 1988, AFC has provided nearly $13 million to agencies across the city for projects serving thousands of men, women, and children with and at risk for HIV disease. Nearly half of all funds have supported organizations serving and governed by people of color.

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Established in 1985 to provide central leadership in the fight against the epidemic, the AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) promotes sound HIV/AIDS public policy, funds HIV/AIDS prevention and care projects, and through its Service Providers Council, helps to coordinate the delivery of essential HIV/AIDS services.

Request for Proposals (PDF)