a night of glamour and impact

Join us for a night of glamour, music and impact at Cielo, the Latino Commission on AIDS annual black-tie spectacular gala.


Hosted at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street in New York City and chaired by D’angelo Thompson, the gala will bring together leaders from the arts, philanthropy, business, and advocacy to celebrate innovation, impact, community and resilience in the fight against HIV.
Your support will fund HIV testing and prevention, community mobilization, organizational capacity-building, National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD), southern regional health policy efforts, and the ZERO campaigns to address homophobia and transphobia.

FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026 | CIPRIANI WALL STREET | 55 WALL STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10005

 

 

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6:30pm

Cocktail Reception
& Silent Auction

6:30pm

Live Entertainment
& Dinner

6:30pm

Awards
Presentation

6:30pm

Dancing
& After Party

Our Honorees

This year, the Commission honors four individuals and one organization for their significant contributions
to ending the aids epidemic, improving health equity, advancing advocacy efforts, and destigmatizing HIV.

 

Dr. Helen Arteaga-Landaverde

Dr. Helen Arteaga-Landaverde

Dr. Helen Arteaga-Landaverde has been appointed deputy mayor for Health and Human Services by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. She is the first woman and first Latina to lead the institution, she has secured major public investments to expand women’s and pediatric care while elevating Elmhurst to national recognition for high performance. A champion of equitable urban public health, she holds degrees from NYU, Columbia University, and CUNY and is widely honored for her leadership. In December 2025, she was appointed deputy mayor for Health and Human Services for New York City by Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. The Latino Commission on AIDS presents the Esperanza Award in recognition of her visionary commitment to community-centered care and hope for healthier futures.

 

 

Milagros Medina-Cerdeira

Milagros Medina-Cerdeira

Milagros Medina-Cerdeira is an award-winning Broadway, film, and television makeup designer whose work spans some of the industry’s most celebrated productions. A Queens native of Puerto Rican heritage, she brings cultural authenticity, artistry, and storytelling to every stage and screen she touches. Her career reflects decades of creative excellence and leadership in a highly competitive field. The Creative Visionary Award recognizes her power to shape culture through art and elevate Latino visibility in the entertainment industry.

 

 

Gregory Millett, MPH

Gregoria (Greg) Millett, MPH

Greg Millett is Vice President and Director of Public Policy at amfAR and a nationally recognized leader in HIV research and policy. A former CDC senior scientist and White House advisor who helped shape the original National HIV/AIDS Strategy, his work has exposed health inequities and informed national responses to HIV and COVID-19. His scholarship appears in leading medical journals and has influenced policy at the highest levels. He receives the Voz de Compromiso Award for using science, advocacy, and public voice to advance health justice for communities disproportionately impacted by HIV.

 

 

Mario Pérez

Mario J. Pérez, MPH

Mario J. Pérez serves as Director of the Division of HIV and STD Programs for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, overseeing one of the nation’s largest public health responses to HIV and STDs. He has guided transformative policy efforts, testified before Congress, and served on national advisory bodies dedicated to health equity. A longtime advocate for community partnership, he works to ensure resources reach those most affected by disparities. The Compañero Award honors his steadfast collaboration and leadership in strengthening public health systems and community care.

 

 

MISTR CEO Tristan Schukraft

MISTR

Accepted by Tristan Schukraft, CEO, MISTR is the nation’s largest telemedicine platform providing free access to PrEP, STI testing, and long-term HIV care across all 50 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico, serving more than half a million patients. By removing cost, paperwork, and geographic barriers, the gay-owned company has redefined how HIV prevention and care are delivered. CEO Tristan Schukraft, an entrepreneur and innovator in healthcare and LGBTQ+ business leadership, accepts the award on behalf of the company. The Pioneer Award honors MISTR’s groundbreaking model that expands lifesaving access and modernizes HIV prevention for a new era.

 

 

Media Highlights from the 2025 Gala

 

View the full photo album on Flickr

 

 

 

Cielo Press Releases

2026: Already surpassed 365 media pickups
2025: Over 1,000 media pickups and 375 unique media outlets shared Cielo press releases
Outlets include:: 8 News Now, Advertising Today, AP Associated Press, CBS42, EIN Presswire, Latam News Online
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12February

D’angelo Thompson Named Chair of 2026 Cielo Gala Committee; MISTR to Receive Pioneer Award; Milagros Medina-Cedeira to Be Honored with Inaugural Creative Visionary Award

Posted by Admin • February 12, 2026 • 8,186 Sents • 1,239 Opens

NEW YORK, NY — The Latino Commission on AIDS and Hispanic Health Network announced today that acclaimed creative artist and author D’angelo Thompson will serve as Chair of the 2026 Cielo Gala Committee, leading the organizations’ highly anticipated annual fundraising event. The Cielo Gala will take place on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street in New York City, bringing together leaders from the arts, philanthropy, business, and advocacy to celebrate innovation, impact, and community.

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16December

Latino Commission on AIDS Announces the 2026 Cielo Gala: Designing a World Without AIDS

Posted by Admin • December 16, 2025 • 8,205 Sents • 1,906 Opens

New York, NY — The Latino Commission on AIDS, in partnership with the Hispanic Health Network, is proud to announce that the 2026 Cielo Gala will take place on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. Continuing the powerful theme “Designing a World Without AIDS,” next year’s Gala underscores the ongoing urgency to confront the persistent and unequal impact of HIV on Latine communities—40 years after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control first documented the disproportionate toll of HIV on Black and Latino people in the country.

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17September

Save the Date for Cielo Gala 2026

Posted by Admin • September 17, 2025 • 8,306 Sents • 2,135 Opens

Mark your calendar for Friday, June 5, 2026. The Latino Commission on AIDS is excited to invite you to Cielo 2026 at Cipriani Wall Street, NYC, to celebrate our work and honor trailblazers in the fight against HIV and AIDS. Learn how to support our cause and become a sponsor today! For more information, please contact us at cielo@latinoaids.org.

 

 

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors

 

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Partner with Cielo. Create a lasting impact.

For sponsorships, journal advertising, or silent auction donations, contact Natasha Quirch from the Latino Commission on AIDS.

For media or corporate partnership inquiries, contact Roy Cosme from Arcos Communications.

 

If you are unable to attend, please consider a fully tax deductible gift:
• Contributions $2,000 and above receive on-screen recognition during dinner 
• Double your impact by asking about your employer’s matching gift program

 

The Latino Commission on AIDS is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Donor-Advised Funds may only be used for a non-attending contribution.

You should always consult with your financial advisor and/or tax professional before initiating a charitable gift arrangement.
The information provided on this page should not be construed as tax or financial advice.