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Written by Michael Goodnow   
Tuesday, 19 May 2009 06:13
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The mission of KCHAF is: to empower those affected by HIV/AIDS and those at-risk by providing servicessupportadvocacy and education.

In pursuit of its mission, KCHAF continues the tradition of quality programming through:

  • Client Services Child & Family Fund Financial support for expenses unique to children and families.
  • Client Advocacy Grants & Loans Financial support for emergencies such as utility shut off, medications, basic telephone and housing assistance.
  • Essential Goods Free bags containing essential toiletries, cleaning and household supplies.
  • Food Program Groceries are delivered to the households of qualifying clients.
  • Pet Support Assistance is available to meet unexpected needs of a companion pet.
  • The Ribbon a monthly client newsletter
  • Red Ribbon Supper Club A free monthly dinner for people with HIV/AIDS and their families and friends.
  • Transportation Assistance Assistance with local transportation or emergency long distance travel.

Education & Outreach

  • Advocacy We help organize local community support for issues facing those with HIV.
  • AIDS Walk Kitsap A walk event held to raise awareness and funds for our programs.
  • Dining Out for Life An event held at area restaurants to raise awareness and funds for our programs.
  • HIV Prevention Work with local organizations and agencies in support of HIV prevention.
  • Speakers Bureau Consists of people who are HIV positive and willing to share their experiences living with HIV.
  • The Q Center A safe and supportive drop-in center for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth ages 14-19.
  • World AIDS Day A local observance and candlelight vigil held annually on December 1st.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 06 April 2010 10:58