Events

Join APO on upcoming events

APO hosts several annual events, either specifically for clients or for clients and the public. Click on the name of one of the events below to read more.

World AIDS DAY

The concept of a World AIDS Day originated at the 1988 World Summit of Ministers of Health on Programmes for AIDS Prevention. Since then, it has been taken up by governments, international organizations and charities around the world.

For APO, every day is world AIDS day, however on December 1st each year, we join forces with the rest of the world to raise awareness, celebrate life, and remember those who have died from this pandemic.

Join AIDS Project of the Ozarks

As We Commemorate
 
WORLD AIDS DAY
 
With A
Candlelight Vigil
Park Central Square
Monday, December 1, 2008
5:30 - 6:30pm
 

Ozarks Red Ribbon Ride

The Red Ribbon Ride, held at Galloway Station in Springfield, MO, is devoted to raising funds for those living with HIV/AIDS in Southwest Missouri. Since 2004, this has been an annual event, hosted by AIDS Project of the Ozarks.

The 2008 Red Ribbon Ride was recently held on, May 17th, 2008 at Galloway Station Bar and Grill. The ride was a huge success with nearly 400 participants, and over $30,000 raised!

We would like to thank all our sponsors, cyclists, and volunteers and would like to extend a special thank you to United Healthcare, New Belgium Brewing Company, and Galloway Station Bar and Grill.

We would also like to Thank Team Mama Jeans for raising the most money, and congratulate them on winning the APO traveling trophy.

Keep cycling and keep up the good work!

National HIV/AIDS Testing Day

June 27th is  National HIV/AIDS Testing Day. Each year for National Testing Day APO plans several events and press conferences to raise awareness to the community about the need for education and testing.  Last year we opened our doors to walk-in testing all day long.

As the event gets closer we will have more information on the activities we have planned and the hours of testing available. 

Client Retreat

The Client Retreat is an event held every fall for our clients. The retreat is an invaluable time for clients to find support and friendships among their peers; and for staff and clients to spend time together in a more relaxed environment.   This years retreat is already scheduled for September 5-7, 2008! 

AIDSWALK

Thank you to all who participated in our 15th annual AIDSWALK. We had nearly 350 participants and raised an amazing $21,000!

Events like the AIDSWALK really epitomize why Southwest Missouri is the best place to live. Friends, family, neighbors, and churches are always willing to come together to make a difference, and we are honored to be a part of this community.  
 
We would like to say a special thank you to M.A.C. cosmetics for working so hard to spread the word about the event and for raising nearly $7000 for the AIDSWALK!! We would also like to thank The musical guests The Garbonzos, Downtown Papa Brown and Brandon Moore for giving the gift of music to our event.