Founder Elton John | Focus HIV/AIDS | |
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Founded • 1992 (United States)
• 1993 (United Kingdom) Location New York City, New York, United States
London, England, United Kingdom Website • ejaf.org (U.S.)
• ejaf.com (U.K.) | ||
The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) is a nonprofit organization, established by rock musician Sir Elton John – in 1992 in the United States and 1993 in the United Kingdom – to support innovative HIV prevention, education programs, direct care and support services to people living with HIV.
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It has raised over $200 million to support HIV related programs in fifty-five countries.
The organization supports its work through proceeds from special events, cause-related marketing projects, and voluntary contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations.
In 1993, the organization began hosting the annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Award Party.
Origins
The organization was inspired by John's young friend, Ryan White, a young man who was infected with HIV by a blood transfusion and who died in 1990. White's personable and compassionate persona helped to reduce stigmatising attitudes towards people living with HIV. The organization continues this effort.
Patrons
Patrons include: