Ovando to Donate 5% of Proceeds from New Botanical Garden Space

Ovando to Donate 5% of Proceeds from New Botanical Garden Space

Visit Ovando’s newest Botanical Garden Gallery space between June 15 and July 15 and DIFFA will receive 5% of all proceeds.

Ovando collaborated with award-winning architect and designer David Rockwell and Rockwell Group to create an exquisite space and venue.

During the daytime hours, it will offer a collection of seasonal arrangements, orchid planters, terrariums, and a curated selection of home accessories.  In the evening, the space will transform into a fully designed environment for your special celebrations.

Visit today and make a DIFFArence!

 Ovando Botanical Gallery
1091 Madison Avenue
(between 82nd & 83rd)
For more information visit: www.ovandony.com

Monday, March 20 marked the culmination of the 20th Annual DINING BY DESIGN hosted by DIFFA: Design Industries Foundations Fighting AIDS. This five-day celebration, which gathered more than 2,000 guests during the two fundraising events, raised nearly $1 million toward DIFFA’s mission to fight HIV/AIDS. The signature New York fundraiser, hosted at Pier 92, combines extravagant design and renowned designers and brands to raise funds and awareness for DIFFA’s grant-making efforts. Local and international designers and brands pooled their talents to transform a raw 33,000 square foot space into an immersive exhibit filled with opulent and conceptual tabletops. Sponsors included Benjamin Moore, Ralph Lauren, ED Ellen DeGeneres and Thomasville, Crate and Barrel, The New York Design Center and the Rockwell Group—most of which have supported this event almost since its inception.

Here’s a recap of the table installations for dining room inspiration until next year!

ED Ellen DeGeneres Crafted By Thomasville

Gensler + Knoll

Interior Design

Sunbrella

The Mine by ATGSTORES.com

Thank you for your support and we hope to see you in 2017!

ONE Makes a DIFFArence by Bringing NYC Youth and Artists Together for  HIV Education and Prevention

NEW YORK, NY — Using art as a powerful medium to make an impact on HIV prevention and education, professional artists and youth in NYC came together for ONE Makes a DIFFArenceCreated by ONE® and DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS, ONE Makes a DIFFArence is a program structured to educate NYC youth about sexual health through art and design. Additionally, professional artists joined the program, using their talents to create empowering artwork that supports HIV prevention and education efforts.

“Art and design play an integral role in empowering people to take action in HIV prevention,” said Johanna Osburn, executive director of DIFFA. “We were excited to partner with ONE® Condoms in this unique way to bring together teens and professional artists to educate through art and help people make a difference in their own sexual health.”

As part of the educational component of ONE Makes a DIFFArence, ONE and DIFFA visited non-profit community organizations providing HIV/AIDS education and services, as well as a NYC high school. They hosted a healthy sexuality workshop, during which students created original works of art on 7-inch, metal templates inspired by what they had learned. Student artwork ranged from designs featuring a consent unicorn to colorful collages and designs promoting messages of love and unity. Participating organizations included DIFFA Grantees Ali Forney Center, Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, BOOM!Health and Leadership and a Public Service High School.

“The HOTT program at Callen-Lorde Community Health Center is thrilled to have been a part of this initiative with DIFFA and ONE Condoms. We are excited to see this project expand conversations of safer sex and condom use to center the experiences of LGBTQ and gender non-conforming youth. This collaboration highlighted to us ONE’s commitment to having young people tell their own stories, feel empowered about their bodies and sexual health, and to be a part of public health campaigns from which they have historically been excluded, said Aruna Krishnakumar, director of Health Outreach to Teens (HOTT).

The partnership also brought together 12 professional artists and designers in New York City who wanted to use their talents to make an impact on HIV prevention and education. Artists such as Tony RokoTyler WislerJustin Teodoro and Jon Burgerman donated their time and created original works of art on 30-inch, metal round templates. The artwork will be auctioned off at DIFFA’s annual fundraiser called Dining by Design happening March 16-20. Proceeds from the artwork will benefit DIFFA’s work to fund organizations across the U.S. that are combating HIV and AIDS.

Several of the professional artists also judged the students’ artwork to help select a winner from each group. These four winning student designs will be displayed at Dining by Design, alongside the professional designs.

Both the four winning student designs and the 12 professional designs will be featured on ONE condom wrappers, distributed by health organizations nationwide. ONE’s signature, round condom wrappers feature hundreds of unique designs, many of which are created through curated artist partnerships.

Learn more: onecondoms.com/diffa

About ONE®:

Launched in 2004, ONE® is a socially responsible business committed to raising sexual health awareness. ONE works with artists, health activists, and customers to make a difference in their community. As a leader in premium-branded condoms and lubricants in North America, ONE brings a fresh perspective to sexual health through a fusion of advanced product design, manufacturing technology and customer participation. ONE is a member of the Global Protection Corp. family of sexual health products.

About DIFFA:

DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS raises awareness and grants funds

to organizations that fight HIV/AIDS by providing treatment and direct care services for

people living with or impacted by the disease, offering preventative education programs

targeted to populations at risk of infection, or supporting public policy initiatives. DIFFA

is one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the United

States, mobilizing the immense resources and creativity of the design community. Since

its founding in 1984, DIFFA has emerged from a grassroots organization into a national

foundation based in New York City with chapters and community partners across the

country that, working together provided more than $42 million to hundreds of HIV/AIDS

organizations nationwide.

DIFFA to Host #DBD20 Tweetchat with Bloggers and Designers

Join DIFFA tomorrow, February 22 at 1 pm EST for our #DBD20  Tweetchat in celebration of our 20th Annual DINING BY DESIGN (DBD)!  As DIFFA National’s largest fundraiser, DBD raises a nearly a million dollars annually- contributing to over $42 million in grants to organizations combating HIV/AIDS nationwide. DINING BY DESIGN showcases imaginative, one of a kind tabletop design by internationally renowned and local talent.

The #DBD20 Tweetchat is a great opportunity to learn what our designers have up their sleeve for this year’s show and to chat with blogger and design experts on current dining trends! Follow along using #DBD20 or join us via this chat link. Chime in, say hello to the designers and/or include pictures from old DBD events that have inspired you. Together let’s celebrate the amazing DINING BY DESIGN and its 20-year impact on this worthy cause!

We know jumping into a chat can be nerve-racking! Here are some questions you can expect to see:

  1. What are some favorite #DININGBYDESIGN moments or tables? Tell us what you loved or moved you?
  2. What makes a well-designed tablescape?
  3. Will you be showcasing any new products at #DBD20?/ What products are you looking forward to seeing?
  4. What accessories could add drama to a dining room?
  5. Tweet a picture (or a sneak peak) of your 2017 design and state the inspiration behind it.
  6. What color trends are you seeing in dining rooms?
  7. Anything exciting planned in celebration of DBDNY’s 20th Anniversary?
  8. Do you like mixing materials in your dining rooms? If so, what kind?
  9. What is your connection to DIFFA and our mission to fight HIV/AIDS?

We look forward to chatting with you tomorrow! For more information follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @DIFFANational!

Gift for Life Honors Kikkerland Founder for 25th Annual Party For Life

DIFFA’s charitable partner, Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ sole charitable organization, will celebrate 25 years of fighting AIDS at its 2017 Party for Life, Monday, February 6, in New York City.  As part of the evening’s festivities, Jan van der Lande of Kikkerland Design will be awarded Gift for Life’s Chuck Yancy Lifetime Achievement Award.

Dutchman Jan van der Lande founded Kikkerland Design Inc. in 1992 – the same year of Gift for Life’s founding – from his houseboat in Manhattan by selling products made by independent self-producing designers; and in the first few years, he delivered his orders by bicycle. Today, Kikkerland has its own design studio and produces about 150 new items every six months – averaging out to a remarkable one product per day.  The wide-ranging collection offers everything from stationery, kitchen products and tech accessories to games, tools and tabletop items for living space.  The products, which are marketed worldwide, are witty and aimed to engage and inspire the curious viewer.  Kikkerland has offices in New York, Hong Kong and Rotterdam; in addition, it has a flagship retail store located in New York City’s West Village.

According to van der Lande, “I am ever so grateful for the Gift for Life Award.  It is nice to receive recognition of 25 years of trial and error and making every possible mistake.  This would not be worthwhile if it were just for myself.  I am very happy to help those in need with something that was given to me as well.”

Gift for Life was founded by Peter Schauben of Appleman Schauben in 1992 in response to the tragic loss of industry lives to AIDS.  The organization’s first meeting at the National Stationery Show brought together a cross-section of the industry’s leading publishers, market centers, sales reps, manufacturers and retailers – all willing to convene and work together towards a common goal.  Now, 25 years later, Gift for Life has raised more than $5 million for AIDS research, education, treatment and care through nationwide at-market events, cause marketing programs and direct donations.  In 2008, Gift for Life selected DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS, one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the U.S., as its sole charity partner and beneficiary.  In 2015, DIFFA National granted more than $250,000 to nearly 20 organizations providing treatment, education, prevention and advocacy.

“We are delighted to celebrate our 25th Anniversary in 2017,” said Frank Joens, chair of the Gift for Life board. “The 25th Annual Party for Life will be like none before it, with a very special program tracing our history and looking ahead to our future. At this event, our plan is to convey gratitude to our caring and generous industry, by giving back to them with a spectacular celebration!”

Make plans now to attend The Boathouse in New York City’s Central Park.  Guests will mingle, network and compete for a wide array of prizes available at silent auction. Individual tickets, which are available for $125, include food, open bar, live music and dancing, with available sponsorships ranging from $500 through $25,000. To purchase tickets or sponsorships, visit www.giftforlife.org/participate.  For details, contact Steven Williams at swilliams@diffa.org, (212) 727-3100.

Gift for Life raises funds to benefit DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS through nationwide at-market events, cause marketing programs and direct donations.  The primary mission of Gift for Life is to raise funds for DIFFA-granted HIV/AIDS service, education, prevention and advocacy programs across the U.S. For additional information please visit www.giftforlife.org.

ABOUT GIFT FOR LIFE and DIFFA

Gift for Life unites the gift and home industries against AIDS with more than $5 million raised since its inception in 1992. In 2008, Gift for Life selected DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS, one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the U.S., as its sole charity partner. Since its founding in 1984, DIFFA has mobilized the immense resources of the design communities to provide more than $40 million to hundreds of AIDS organizations nationwide. More information is available at www.giftforlife.org

 

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Twenty-fifth anniversary edition welcomes record crowd to support DIFFA

February 14, 2017— Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ sole charitable organization, announced that its 25th Anniversary Party for Life fundraiser raised $225,000+ for AIDS treatment and prevention. The annual event, which benefitted DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS, drew a record 500+ attendees to The Boathouse in New York City’s Central Park on Monday, February 6.

The Party for Life featured numerous NYC-themed food stations, multiple bars and a short program followed by live entertainment.  In addition to networking, guests also competed for a wide array of silent auction prizes including luxury experiences and unique gift and home décor products donated by 40+ leading suppliers.

During this very special evening, Jan van der Lande of Kikkerland Designs was presented with the Chuck Yancy Lifetime Achievement Award.  Some 20+ of Gift for Life’s previous honorees also were in attendance at the 25th anniversary celebration. An online photo gallery, with images of the honoree award presentation and general party images, is available online at: http://www.giftforlife.org/media-room/gallery-archive/.

“Our 25th Anniversary Party for Life was the biggest and best it has ever been,” says Frank Joens, Gift for Life’s chair. “We raised more money, had better attendance and produced a party that has been reviewed as sensational!  We are so fortunate to have the backing of the wholesale Gift, Home and Design industry as they have been unbelievably generous to us over the past 25 years.  This year was no exception and we say a huge thank you to all of our supporters!”

Gift for Life raises funds to benefit DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS through nationwide at-market events, cause marketing programs and direct donations. The primary mission of Gift for Life is to raise funds for DIFFA-granted HIV/AIDS service, education, prevention, and advocacy programs across the U.S. In 2016, DIFFA National granted more than $333,000 to 26 organizations providing treatment, education, prevention, and advocacy.

For additional information please visit www.giftforlife.org.

ABOUT GIFT FOR LIFE and DIFFA

Gift for Life unites the gift and home industries against AIDS with more than $5 million raised since its inception in 1992. In 2008, Gift for Life selected DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS, one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the U.S., as its sole charity partner. Since its founding in 1984, DIFFA has mobilized the immense resources of the design communities to provide more than $40 million to hundreds of AIDS organizations nationwide. More information is available at www.giftforlife.org

 

MEDIA ALERT: DIFFA ANNOUNCES 20TH ANNUAL DINING BY DESIGN FUNDRAISER TO FIGHT HIV/AIDS

What: DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) will gather thousands of designers, notable guests and avid supporters to celebrate its 20th Annual DINING BY DESIGN (DBD), March 16 – 20. As DIFFA National’s largest fundraiser, DBD raises nearly a million dollars annually—contributing to over $42 million in grants to organizations combating HIV/AIDS nationwide since its founding in 1984. DINING BY DESIGN showcases imaginative, one-of-a-kind tabletop design by internationally renowned and local talent.

Where: Pier 92, Twelfth Avenue at 55th Street, NYC
For the ninth consecutive year, the New York event will be co-located with the Architectural Digest
Design Show on Pier 94. On-site registration & press-room is located at Pier 94.

When: Thursday, March 16 – Monday, March 20, 2017

COCKTAILS BY DESIGN Preview Party
Thursday, March 16, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Early bird tickets $150 (Through March 2, 2017)
Designers and guests mingle surrounded by dazzling dining installations. Treats from NYC’s top
restaurants and gourmet food purveyors will be served along with wine and specialty cocktails.

PUBLIC VIEWING
Thursday, March 16 – Saturday, March 18, 10am -6pm Sunday, March 19, 10am – 5pm
General admission $30 + tax ($40 at the door)
Visitors are invited to explore the latest in design trends while viewing opulent dining
installations and shopping the silent auction.

GALA DINNER
Monday, March 20, 6:30 – 10:30pm
Tickets $500
Cocktails and table-hopping are followed by an elegant seated VIP dinner
accompanied by dancing and a silent auction.

Who: This year’s ever-growing list of sponsoring brands and designers include:
Event Sponsors: Benjamin Moore and Heritage Home
Media Sponsors: Architectural Digest, Interior Design
Industry Partner: New York Design Center, designed by Brad Ford and FAIR
Diamond Sponsor: Crate and Barrel and Gensler + Knoll + EvensonBest
Platinum Sponsors: AJ Madison & Viking, Capellini, LUXE Interiors + Design/Cambria, M Moser
Associates, Perkins + Will, Steelcase, Coalesse, Designtex & Empire Office, Poltrana Frau with
collaboration of LASVIT Lighting and Orley, Ralph Lauren, and Roche Bobois + Gensler
Gold Sponsors: Arteriors, Blue Ocean Design & Charleston Limewash, Design Within Reach, Florim,
Herman Miller, Humanscale, Tai Ping, Materials Inc + Steelite + Tzelan, and Rockwell Group. For
information on sponsorships, please contact swilliams@diffa.org
Designers and additional sponsors will be announced in the coming weeks, and will be posted online
at diffa.org/sponsors-and-designers.

Interviews are available with DIFFA Executive Director Johanna Osburn, DIFFA Board Chair and
Interior Design Editor in Chief Cindy Allen, DIFFA board members, DBD designers, and DBD event
sponsors upon request.
About DIFFA:
DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS raises awareness and grants funds to
organizations that fight HIV/AIDS by providing treatment and direct care services for people living
with or impacted by the disease, offering preventative education programs targeted to populations
at risk of infection, or supporting public policy initiatives. DIFFA is one of the largest funders
of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the United States, mobilizing the immense resources
and creativity of the design community. Since its founding in 1984, DIFFA has emerged from a
grassroots organization into a national foundation based in New York City with chapters and
community partners across the country that, working together provided more than $42 million to
hundreds of HIV/AIDS organizations nationwide. www.diffa.org.
Media Contacts:

DIFFA:
Shanea Phillips, sphillips@diffa.org, 646.380.4195

Novitá Communications:
Danielle McWilliams, Danielle@novitapr.com, x11
Katie Bone, Katie@novitapr.com, x17

Today on World AIDS Day, DIFFA unites with people across the globe to demonstrate support for those impacted by HIV/AIDS and to remember the millions who lost their lives to the disease.

There are an estimated 1.2 million people living with HIV in the United States and nearly 13,000 people in the United States die of AIDS related causes each year. Over the last 30 years, DIFFA has shared in the triumphs and setbacks in the fight against HIV/AIDS.  We thank you for supporting our efforts. No matter what lies ahead, we are committed to  raising and granting funds toward creating an AIDS-free generation.

Last month, DIFFA National provided $333,000 in grants to 26 organizations providing direct care, prevention, education services and advocacy for those living with HIV/AIDS. The populations served include those disproportionately affected including the LGBTQ community, youth, homeless individuals, women, older individuals, the incarcerated, communities of color and immigrants.

DIFFA is proud to help these organizations and dozens more supported by our chapters and partners.  In the last year, we have collectively distributed almost one million dollars in grants – and our support has a direct impact on those who need it most.

Join us in commemorating World AIDS Day and share why you’re involved in this fight via the #WorldsAIDSDay hashtag on social media. Make sure to tag us @DIFFAnational!

DIFFA National Grants 333K to Support HIV/AIDS Organizations Across the U.S
DIFFA recognizes 26 grantees combating at annual Grant Reception

New York, NY (November 16, 2015) – Last night, DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) recognized and awarded $333,000 to its 2016 grantees at its annual DIFFA National Grant Reception. Hosted on the waterfront venue Current at Chelsea Piers, the event gathered more than 100 community leaders and designers to celebrate 26 grantees who provide treatment and prevention services to those impacted by HIV/AIDS. Over the last year, DIFFA National and its chapters awarded nearly $1 million in grants to organizations across the country

“DIFFA National is proud to support such a dynamic and dedicated group of organizations this year. 2016 has been an exciting year for DIFFA, with record-breaking fundraising events and new initiatives throughout the country. It is because of this success and the support from the design industry that we’re able to grant even more funds to support HIV/AIDS organizations across the country,” said DIFFA Executive Director, Johanna Osburn.

During the reception, the 26 grantees were recognized for their work in their respective communities including critical cities such as New York, Pittsburgh, Tucson and Atlanta. While each organization’s mission and services vary, each provides direct care, prevention, education services or works on policy initiatives that affect individuals living with HIV/AIDS.  The communities served include those disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS including LGBTQ youth, homeless individuals, women, current and formerly incarcerated, veterans, communities of color and immigrants.

The 2016 grantees recognized included:

AIDS Leadership Foothills-Area Alliance (ALFA), Ali Forney Center, Alpha Workshops, Bailey House, BOOM!Health, Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, The Correctional Association of New York, The Doe Fund, Equality Federation Institute, GMHC, God’s Love We Deliver, HEAT Program (The Research Foundation for SUNY), Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI), Housing Works, Just Been Tested Foundation, Inc., Jerusalem House, Lantern Community Services, Love Heals, the Alison Gertz Foundation for AIDS Education, Peter & Paul Community Services, Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force, Planned Parenthood of New York City, Inc., Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE), Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation, Trillium Health, Voices of Community Activists and Leaders (VOCAL-NY) and Washington Heights CORNER Project

Throughout the evening guests sipped on specialty cocktails sponsored by Patrón while bidding on exclusive items including one-of-a-kind designs by Robert Verdi, Vanessa DeLeon and Tyler Wisler from the Art Of Patron project. Lucky auction winners took home items from Cynthia Gale, Michael Aram, Kravet, Frette, Hansgrohe and Moooi. The event was sponsored in part by DDC and Interior Design. Proceeds from the reception and auction will help support DIFFA’s grants in the coming year.

“The board, staff and donors at DIFFA National gathered here and across the country are proud to join each organization in the fight against HIV/AIDS.  This work is far from over and we hope to continue to increase our efforts in this fight toward an AIDS-free generation,” said Osburn.

For more information about DIFFA and its 2016 grantees visit diffa.org.

About DIFFA

DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS raises awareness and grants funds to organizations that fight HIV/AIDS by providing treatment and direct care services for people living with or impacted by the disease, offering preventative education programs targeted to populations at risk of infection, or supporting public policy initiatives. DIFFA is one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the United States, mobilizing the immense resources and creativity of the design community. Since its founding in 1984, DIFFA has emerged from a grassroots organization into a national foundation based in New York City with chapters and community partners across the country that, working together, have provided more than $42 million to hundreds of HIV/AIDS organizations nationwide. www.diffa.org.

Media Contacts:

DIFFA:
Shanea Phillips
sphillips@diffa.org
6463804195

Novita Communications
Danielle McWilliams/Alexandra Zwicky
Danielle@novitapr.com/alexandra@novitapr.com

Highlighting Affiliates of the Dynamic Cause Marketing Program

New York, NY (November 2016) – DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) is bringing its Specify With Care® (SWC) cause-related marketing program to top East Coast tradeshows this fall. The initiative invites companies to donate a percentage of sales from designated collections to benefit DIFFA in its fight against HIV/AIDS. Specify With Care affiliate products will be displayed at NeoCon East in Philadelphia, November 9-10, in Booth (#402) and at BDNY in New York City, November 13-14 (Booth #951). Participating affiliates include Scott Brogan, Maya Romanoff, Wolf-Gordon, Lee Jofa, BLANCO, and EGE®.

DIFFA Executive Director Johanna Osburn, comments, “We are grateful to our Specify With Care® affiliates, whose generosity ensures that the foundation has the resources it needs to support the HIV/AIDS organizations it serves year-round. By taking SWC to NeoCon East and BDNY we are able raise awareness for our cause, and at the same time, introduce our affiliates exposure to influential designers and architects across a range of industries.”

Current Specify With Care participants include:

Scott Brogan: A percentage of sales from hardwood veneers, high pressure laminates, laminated glass and acrylic couture go to benefit DIFFA.

Maya Romanoff: A portion of sales from two of Maya Romanoff’s wall covering lines, the award-winning David Rockwell collection and the art-influenced Roger Thomas collection benefit DIFFA.

Wolf-Gordon: SWC’s largest contributor, Wolf-Gordon offers patterns, colors and textures tailored to today’s commercial interiors. When a customer specifies a product through the company’s Gift of Hope program, a percentage of the product’s gross funds go to support DIFFA.

Lee Jofa: The Groundworks collection draws inspiration from designer Mary Fisher’s activism on behalf of those infected with HIV/AIDS. A portion of the proceeds from the designs, which includes printed, woven and embroidered fabrics and trimmings, go to support DIFFA.

BLANCO: Any time the space saving IKON Apron Front Sink is specifiedBLANCO makes a donation to DIFFA. A winning combination of design, function and durability, its sophisticated apron front design also features a traditional wide radius and generous 1.5” rim.

EGE: A specialist in textile flooring that blends fashion, interior design, and architecture, EGE donates one percent on all sales of its products in the US and one percent on worldwide (Non-USA) sales of EGE Couture collections to DIFFA whenever its lines are specified.

In addition to the goodwill a company generates by participating in Specify With Care, DIFFA offers its affiliates PR and marketing opportunities, as well as exposure at tradeshows and events. Interested companies can contact Steven Williams at swilliams@diffa.org or visit www.diffa.org for more information.

About DIFFA

DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS raises awareness and grants funds to organizations that fight HIV/AIDS by providing treatment and direct care services for people living with or impacted by the disease, offering preventative education programs targeted to populations at rick of infection, or supporting public policy initiatives. DIFFA is one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the United States, mobilizing the immense resources and creativity of the design community. Since its founding in 1984, DIFFA has emerged from a grassroots organization into a national foundation based in New York City with chapters and community partners across the country that, working together, have provided more than $42 million to hundreds of HIV/AIDS organizations nationwide. www.diffa.org.

Media Contacts:

Danielle McWilliams/Alexandra Zwicky
Novità Communications
Danielle@novitapr.com/alexandra@novitapr.com