In support of
World AIDS Day, Bristol-Myers Squibb in collaboration with
the National AIDS Fund launched the third annual
"Light to Unite" campaign earlier this
week. The campaign is aimed at raising funds for
communities across the United States whose HIV/AIDS needs
are underserved, and people can go to the Web
site www.lighttounite.org to light a virtual candle.
Visitors to the site can also educate themselves and
others on recent issues concerning HIV/AIDS.
Bristol-Myers Squibb will donate $1 for each
candle lit through December 31, up to a maximum
contribution of $100,000, to the National AIDS Fund.
The proceeds will go directly to these underserved communities.
"The 'Light to Unite'
campaign will provide thousands of people with the
opportunity to embrace the World AIDS Day message of support
and hope for people living with HIV/AIDS," said
Anthony Hooper, president of U.S. pharmaceuticals
for Bristol-Myers Squibb, in a statement. "This
program further demonstrates the BMS commitment to the
fight against HIV/AIDS worldwide by helping to fund
the National AIDS Fund's disease prevention and
care work in areas where this support is critical."
World AIDS Day is dedicated to remembering those
who have died from AIDS. (The Advocate)