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amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is one of the world’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to the support of AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and advocacy. Since 1985, amfAR has raised nearly $950 million in support of its programs and has awarded more than 3,800 grants to research teams worldwide.

Media Contacts

Events Coverage

Bennah Serfaty
Senior Director, Communications
(212) 806-1607
bennah.serfaty@amfar.org

External Communications

Robert Kessler
Manager, Program Communications
(212) 806-1602
robert.kessler@amfar.org

2025


Taylor Sheridan to be presented with Award of Inspiration by Nicole Kidman at amfAR Dallas Gala 

Actor, writer, producer, and director Taylor Sheridan and award-winning actress Nicole Kidman.

Dallas, Texas, August 15, 2025 — Celebrated actor, writer, producer, and director Taylor Sheridan will receive amfAR’s Award of Inspiration at the amfAR Dallas benefit gala on October 4. Award-winning actress Nicole Kidman is confirmed to present the award in recognition of Sheridan’s artistic and humanitarian achievements and profound impact on contemporary culture. Previous Inspiration Award honorees include Richard Gere, Ava DuVernay, Dionne Warwick, Martha Stewart, Glenn Close, Katy Perry, Lee Daniels, and Julia Roberts.

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amfAR to Partner with FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX for Benefit Gala Event Hosted at Wynn Las Vegas


New York, NY (Aug. 20, 2025) — amfAR will return to Las Vegas on Friday, November 21, 2025, for its amfAR Las Vegas benefit gala, which will be presented in partnership with the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX.

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­Ava Max and Paris Jackson Added to amfAR Venezia Lineup

NEW YORK, July 18, 2025 — Pop sensation Ava Max will make a special performance at amfAR Venezia, taking place during the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Musician, model, and actress Paris Jackson will also perform at the event. The event, which raises funds for amfAR’s lifesaving biomedical research programs, will be hosted by Award-winning actor and amfAR supporter Colman Domingo at the Arsenale.

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