Action Wellness PHL

Forty-five years ago, on June 5, 1981, the CDC published a report in their Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report describing a cluster of unusual illnesses among previously healthy young men in Los Angeles. What no one knew at the time was that these cases marked the beginning of one of the most significant public health crises in modern history: the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Since then, HIV/AIDS has claimed more than 45 million lives worldwide, including more than 700,000 lives in the United States.

Today, we honor:
🕊️ Every life lost
❤️ Caregivers, community members, professionals and volunteers who stood with those living with HIV
📢 Activists who refused to be silent
💘 People currently living with HIV

While tremendous progress has been made in prevention, treatment, and care, the fight to end HIV is not over. Now in our 40th year of service, Action Wellness continues to work tirelessly to ensure those we serve have the essential services they need to live long, healthy lives.

As our fiscal year comes to a close on June 30th, we invite you to make a gift to Action Wellness and help support this vital work:
https://www.actionwellness.org/donate/direct-donation/

Thank you to everyone who attended our screening of “Gay Bingo” this past Saturday! 🎥

This event was not only a reminder of the lasting impact of GayBINGO!, which raises critical funds for people living with or at high-risk of acquiring HIV, but also an opportunity to celebrate the people, traditions, and community spirit that have sustained this beloved Philadelphia institution for the last 30 years!

We are grateful to our partners at the Philadelphia Film Society and WHYY, our panelists - Glenn Holsten, Chumley Singer, and Michael Byrne, and to everyone who joined us to honor GayBINGO!’s legacy💖

Don’t forget to join us on June 13th for not only our last GayBINGO! of this season but beloved hostess, Carlota Ttendant’s LAST TIME as hostess before her retirement!💃

Tickets are still available!
https://www.actionwellness.org/join-us/special-events/gaybingo/

Join us on June 20th at the Coalition of Non-profits Community Health, Healing & Help Expo where over 200+ Nonprofit organizations will gather to advance community health, connect people to advanced resources, and celebrate those leading the way in wellness and equity.

This free, family-friendly event will bring together 300+ nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, educators, employers, and community partners under one roof, making it easier for individuals and families to connect with the resources and opportunities they need. Together, we're breaking down barriers, building stronger communities, and creating pathways to a brighter future.

Whether you need a hand up or you're helping others get ahead, you'll want to make sure you attend!

Click below to register:
https://portal.noodlelive.com/attendee-registration/cbad6741-206c-4896-b912-55499f0444f0

We are excited to share that Action Wellness has once again placed in the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Philly Favorites contest!

This year, we have received bronze in both the “Best Non-profit” and “Best Place To Work” categories 🎖️

While we are proud to have been nominated and won, we want to congratulate all the nominees who help make Philadelphia the great place that it is!

We would also be remiss if we did not thank everyone who voted for and spread awareness about our organization and the Philadelphia Inquirer for once again shining a spotlight on our work!

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

The LGBTQ+ community has always been part of our foundation and will always be a central pillar of our work at Action Wellness!

In June, we are happy to call this out and celebrate the individuality and diversity that make our community stronger. We believe that Pride is a time to honor history while continuing to support equality, inclusion, respect, and love for all!

Looking for a way to celebrate? Join us on the 13th for Rainbow Bombshell GayBINGO!
https://www.actionwellness.org/join-us/special-events/gaybingo/

You can also catch us tabling at this year's city-wide PRIDE celebration on June 7th!

Summer Fridays Return!

Action Wellness is happy to announce that all offices will close promptly at 3:00pm on Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Here's your reminder to put your “out-of-office” on early and wear your SPF while enjoying the extra fun in the sun! ☀️