"“The epidemic is not over,” Michael Hester, co-CEO and chief financial officer at GMHC, said in a written statement. “More than 132,000 New Yorkers are living with HIV, and new infections rose 17% last year. But this community is unstoppable — it has survived everything thrown at it. Every dollar raised today connects someone to compassionate care that might literally save their life. GMHC was built for this moment — and today, this community proved it.”"
"“This year, which marked the 41st annual AIDS Walk New York, featured actress, choreographer, and dancer Rosie Perez as grand marshal, along with celebrities such as Jenifer Lewis and Megan Hilty, as well as emcee Jessi Mitchell.”"
"“GMHC's 2026 edition of AIDS Walk New York, held on May 17, brought around 10,000 people to Central Park to help raise $1,714,522 primarily benefitting GMHC's work.”"
AIDS Walk New York 2026 took place on May 17 in Central Park, bringing about 10,000 people together to raise $1,714,522 primarily benefiting GMHC’s work. More than 132,000 New Yorkers are living with HIV, and new infections increased 17% last year. GMHC leadership emphasized that the epidemic is not over and that raised funds connect people to compassionate care that can save lives. The event marked the 41st annual walk and featured Rosie Perez as grand marshal, with celebrities including Jenifer Lewis and Megan Hilty, and emcee Jessi Mitchell. Government officials attended, including City Council Speaker Julie Menin, Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin, Queens Councilmember Lynn Schulman, and LGBTQIA+ affairs leadership.
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