Cielo Latino 2013: Designing a World Without AIDS

- Honoring the Lives of
  Juan Ramos and Antonio Lopez
- Pedro Julio Serrano
  to receive Voz de Compromiso Award
- How Will You
  Design a World Without AIDS?
- Save the Date
  May 17th 2013 at Cipriani Wall Street
- A Gala to Benefit
  The Latino Commission on AIDS
Cielo Latino in Pictures
- All
- Supporters
- Red Carpet
- Gala
"I am inspired by the leadership of the Latino Commission." Wilmer Valderrama, Actor

"I’m so moved by your work with those who have been ignored." Anderson Cooper, Journalist, Ilka Award

"It is important to make our voice heard ." Paulina Rubio, Mexican Singer, Madrina

"Just want to be there for all my friends that are going through." India, Singer

"I am honored ... with the Ilka Award at the Latino Commission on AIDS Gala." Kenny Ortega, Producer, Ilka Award

"This recognition inspires me to continue working to promote HIV/AIDS awareness." Dayana Mendoza, Miss Universe 2008, Ilka Award

"...The topic and our fight against the disease continues to be vitally important. " Soledad O'Brien, Journalist

"The well being of Latinos is an issue that is close to my heart." Roselyn Sánchez, Actress

"My work with the Commission has been extremely rewarding." Zuleyka Rivera, Miss Universe 2006, Madrina

"If I encourage one person to get tested for HIV, then my work will be worthwhile." Carmen Dominicci, Journalist, Madrina

"I am dedicated to promoting HIV testing, awareness and education in our communities" -Ximena Navarrete, Miss Universe 2010

"Gente, we have a problem! Let's get smart already." Natalie Morales, Journalist

"I am happy to dedicate myself to do whatever I can to end this nightmare." Jenni Rivera, Singer
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Cielo Latino Gala Program

6:30PM
Cocktail Reception
Silent Auction

7:30PM
Dinner & Program 9:00PM
Live Entertainment
& Dancing 10:00PM
After Party

Sponsors

Supporters
Honoring Those Making a Difference
The Latino Commission on AIDS has paid tribute to over 80 individuals and businesses who, through their courageous actions, leadership, vision and steadfast commitment, have made a difference in the lives of those living with this disease and opened paths for others to follow on a road to achieve a world without HIV & AIDS.

Antonio Lopez and Juan Ramos
Fashion visionaries, both emerged from the imagery of their Puerto Rican childhoods on the Island and in New York to become international sensations that shaped and transformed the standards of beauty in the late 20th century. Turning heads with their unique perspective on fashion, their friendship and creative business partnership lasted for almost a quarter century. We lost their talents to AIDS; Lopez at age 44 (1943–1987), and Ramos at age 53 (1942–1995).

Pedro Julio Serrano
Outspoken advocate for human rights, particularly for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) people, his contributions and initiative to raise awareness of HIV & AIDS as the first openly gay and HIV+ political candidate in the history of Puerto Rico is just one of the ways in which he has shown his leadership to serve our community.

Lupe Ontiveros
Guadalupe "Lupe" Ontiveros (1942–2012) was an American film and television actress. Prior to acting, Ontiveros worked for 18 years as a social worker, and she continued as an activist with many of the same causes with which she worked in that profession, such as domestic violence prevention and AIDS awareness. She was longtime supporter of the Latino Commission on AIDS .
There Are Many Ways You Can Contribute With Cielo Latino
From becoming an official sponsor or buying a journal ad, to donating a gift for the silent auction or your personal talent and in-kind services – there are many ways you can support the Latino Commission on AIDS. Any help can make a huge difference in the lives of thousands affected by HIV & AIDS.

Download our promotional package and learn more about Cielo Latino throughout the years and how to get involved.

Sponsorship Become a sponsor and showcase the commitment of your organization to ending AIDS. You will get premium benefits.

Journal Ad Place an ad in our journal, which is distributed the night of the gala and available for download online through the year.

Silent Auction Donate an item for our silent auction (artwork, gift certificates, memorabilia, etc.) Contributions are tax deductible.

Buy Tickets The hottest ticket on May 17th is definitely a ticket for Cielo Latino. Enjoy a gala, party like a star and contribute to the cause.

Underwrite As an underwriter, you may make a tax-deductible contribution which will help reduce operating costs of the event.
Get Acquainted with Our Team.
This team imagines a world without AIDS and invite you to follow this vision. After 30 years of facing HIV & AIDS, medical advances have succeeded in preventing the physical devastation that people and communities witnessed in the early days of the epidemic, yet much work remains to be done to help those affected by this disease.

Dayana Mendoza
Co-Chair of Cielo Latino, former Miss Universe and successful model recently appeared on the last season of Celebrity Apprentice where she sponsored the Latino Commission on AIDS as her charity. Since her work with Miss Universe she has continued to advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness.

Richard Gonzalez
Co-Chair of Cielo Latino and entrepreneur, known for successfully launching some of the top niche fragrance and cosmetic brands in the world, his passion for this industry expands and continues to advance into his own product line and perfume house.

Guillermo Chacon
President of the Latino Commission on AIDS, recognized for his great ability to build networks, coalitions and mobilize Latino communities on the policy and program levels.

Benefit Commitee: Dina Albanese, Richard J. Alexander, Mordehai Alvow, Lark-Marie Anton, Eduardo Betancourt, Dr. Yvette Calderon, Guillermo Chacon, Roy Cosme, Duane Couture, Rosana Fernandez-Rivera, George Fesser, David Galarza, Denise Garcia Egan, Richard Gonzalez, Ruben Gutierrez, Alber Ichenroth, Natalie Maniscalco, Bernardo Medina, Dayana Mendoza, Carlos Munoz, Ricardo Oquendo, Javier Pedroza, Wendy Perez, Porfirio Pina, Natasha Quirch, Patricia Ramirez, Vanessa Ramos, Daniel Ravelo, Arturo Rios, Joseph Rivera, D’angelo Thompson, Maria Torres, Marlon Valle, Yaindhy Vargas, Dr. Miriam Vega, Angela Virciescas, Althea Vyfuis, Russell Wakelin

Get in Touch with Us
The Latino Commission on AIDS's services are funded by generous contributions from diferent entities and people like you. If you’d like to be involved with Cielo Latino, become a sponsor, donate to our silent auction, purchase a journal ad, or for any other general inquiries please don't hesitate to contact us.

Contact Information

Natasha Quirch, Development Manager

Latino Commission on AIDS

Address: 24 W 25th ST, 9th Fl, NY, NY 10010

Phone: (212) 675-3288 x316

Fax: (917) 591-5438

Email: NQuirch@latinoaids.org
Cielo Latino is a fundraising event of the Latino Commission on AIDS