Northeast Florida AIDS Network

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the men and women who sacrificed for our country and support the family members of those we have lost. Our office is closed today for the holiday. 🇺🇸🎖🪖

05/19/2026

Today, May 19, is National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day ( ), a day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV among Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.

Between 2019 and 2023, HIV diagnoses among Asian Americans rose by 15%. Among Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islanders (NHPI) people, diagnoses increased from 2019 to 2022 before declining in 2023. In 2023, only 27% of Asian people in the U.S. had ever been tested for HIV, well below the national average of 37%. In 2023, 70% of Asian people diagnosed with HIV achieved viral suppression, compared to 62% of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander people.

Many barriers lead to negative HIV-related outcomes for Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Americans. According to the 2023 American Community Survey (5-Year Estimates), 9.9% of Asians and 17.2% of Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders live below the federal poverty level, and 5.9% of Asians and 11.6% of Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders don’t have health coverage. These social determinants of health can make it more difficult to access HIV prevention, testing, and care resources.

This NAPIHAAD, it is up to us to spread awareness about the health disparities experienced by Asians, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. At the same time, we all work towards eliminating the HIV epidemic among these communities.

If you have any questions about HIV, treatment, or need to speak to someone about your status, please get in touch with us at 904-356-1612. We are always here to help.

05/14/2026

From our friends at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Jacksonville FL Alumnae Chapter

Your health matters — and wellness can be fun too!

Join for Eat Smart, Move Light & Be Well, a FREE community health fair focused on healthy living, movement, and self-care.

🗓 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Brentwood Community Center

Enjoy free screenings, wellness resources, fun activities, and more. Grab a friend and take a step toward a healthier you!

Your health matters — and wellness can be fun too!

Join for Eat Smart, Move Light & Be Well, a FREE community health fair focused on healthy living, movement, and self-care.

🗓 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Brentwood Community Center

Enjoy free screenings, wellness resources, fun activities, and more. Grab a friend and come take a step toward a healthier you!

05/13/2026

Congratulations to Dining Out For Life Jacksonville and DOFLJax partners on your nominations for the Community’s Choice Awards 2026 - Best of Bold City! You have our votes! 🎉💌👏🏼❤️

🗳️ Click link to vote daily until May 25: https://jacksonville.gannettcontests.com/2026-Best-of-Bold-City-Communitys-Choice-Awards/

04/29/2026

🌟 FINAL HOURS — DON’T MISS OUT! 🌟

Dining Out For Life Jacksonville Raffle closes at MIDNIGHT TONIGHT ⏰

Didn’t make it to the event? You can still show your support and join the excitement!

👉 Enter online (link in bio)�
💲 Donate $20 or more for your chance to WIN
(Note: NFAN board members, staff, their families, event coordinators, and event volunteers are not eligible.)

🎁 What’s up for grabs?�
✨ Grand Prize: $1,000 gift card�
✨ Multiple $50 gift cards from amazing DOFLJax 2026 restaurant partners

📅 Winners drawn: Friday, May 1. Winners will be contacted directly, then announced on our socials and website once prizes are claimed.

Every entry supports the NFAN Mary H. Lewis Food Pantry—so you’re making a real impact in the community 🩵

Let’s finish strong, Jacksonville—good luck! 🍀✨

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04/24/2026

Thank you, Dr. Reza, along with Rebecca, Timm, and the entire team at Reza Health, for serving as our speaker and providing lunch at today’s April Client Community Luncheon. We truly appreciated the opportunity to learn about current and upcoming medications, studies, and benefits, as well as the services offered by Reza Health. We are especially grateful to Reza Health for providing care and support, and for always being there to uplift our community. Thank you. 🥰🍽️🎤👏🏼

🌐 rezahealth.com 📲

Our clients and staff also took the time to celebrate Donna's last client luncheon with a retirement cake and a shake-it contest. Laughter and a few joyful tears filled the room in appreciation of Donna’s 28 years at NFAN. ❤️

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04/21/2026

🌟 Don’t miss out! The Dining Out For Life Jacksonville Raffle is still open through Wednesday, April 29! 🌟

If you couldn’t attend last Thursday’s event, you still have a chance to give and get involved.

👉 Enter the raffle online (link in bio)
💲 Donate $20 or more to be eligible to WIN
(Please note: NFAN Board, staff, staff family, and event volunteers are not eligible)

🎁 Prizes:
• Grand Prize: $1,000 gift card
• $50 gift card from participating DOFLJax 2026 Restaurant Partners

📅 The drawing will take place on Friday, May 1. Winners will be contacted directly, and once prizes are claimed, their names will be posted on our socials and website.

It’s an easy way to support the NFAN Mary H. Lewis Food Pantry while entering for a chance to win something great.

Good luck, Jacksonville! 😊🩵

04/20/2026

NFAN sincerely thanks everyone who joined us at Park Place Lounge to support Ray-Ray’s Kids’ Spring Food Drive for NFAN. We had an enjoyable time, and we truly appreciate you spending your Sunday afternoon with us.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Lorie and the Park Place Lounge team for graciously hosting and sponsoring the event. A big shout-out to Derrick and the volunteers for their dedication to organizing and generously sharing their time. Most of all, we truly appreciate the community—your kindness, generosity, and willingness to show up make a real difference in the lives of people living with HIV in Northeast Florida.

Thank you all so much for your continued support!

04/19/2026

Join us today at Park Place Lounge at 5pm for Ray-Ray's Kids Food Drive for NFAN ❤️

RAY-RAY's KIDS NEED YOU!
Join us April 19th from 5-8pm and support the Food Pantry of NFAN by bringing in your non-perishable food items. Enter raffles for great gift baskets with all proceeds benefiting NFAN. Make a donation on your bar tab while enjoying happy hour, or drop some cash in the bucket!!! It's all for an incredible cause. Remember, Happy Hour is daily, noon to 7pm. Hosted by Derrick Odom, you don't wanna miss this one!. All are welcome, 21 & up, never a cover.

04/16/2026

📣 Jacksonville, FL—It’s Dining Out For Life Day!!!😁

We’re looking forward to dining out with our community TODAY! Join us for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, dinner, or just a fun evening out. We have plenty of options for you. Let’s support these fantastic places that generously give back to our community in so many meaningful ways!

✨ Here’s how to be part of DOFLJax Day! ✨

👫 Invite your family, friends & coworkers
📍 Visit one (or more 👀) participating locations
🍽️ Treat yourself—apps, meals, desserts, drinks
👏🏼 Show some love & thank the amazing staff for their support
📸 Snap pics, share, and tag
💳 Enter the raffle for a chance to WIN a $1,000 Gift Card

We can’t wait to see you out there! Let’s dine out and save lives—together. 🍽️😊

Thank you for being so supportive.🩵

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