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Allies In Hope

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Company Research Report: Allies in Hope



Company Overview



Name


Allies in Hope (formerly AIDS Foundation Houston)

Mission of the Company


To end the HIV epidemic in the greater Houston area.

Vision


A community where HIV is stigma-free and rare, and people have equitable access to care.

Foundation


Founded over 40 years ago.

Founders


No information is available.

Key People in the Company


  • Chief Executive Officer: William J. Campbell "Jeffrey"

  • Chief Advancement Officer: Jon Bumann

  • Chief Financial Officer: Robert Marchbanks

  • Chief Human Services Officer: Ritchie T. Martin, Jr.

  • Chief Operating Officer: Necole Moore


Governing Board


  • Chairperson: Kyle T. Pierce

  • Vice Chair: LaRence Snowden

  • Treasurer: Ali Dhanji

  • Secretary: Jennifer Simons, J.D.

  • Board Members: John Paul Arellano, Rakel Beall-Wilkins, M.D., Michael Broderick, PJ Coselli, Adrian Duenas, Richard Hormann, Shae Keefe, Chris Lewis, Chasta Martin, Thom McDaniel, Craig Miles, Thomas Mullinnix, Roger Nicome, M.D., Erica Davis Rouse


Headquarters


Midtown: 2328 Fannin St., Houston, TX 77002
Southwest: 6260 Westpark Dr., Ste 100, Houston, TX 77057

Number of Employees


No information is available.

Revenue of the Company


No information is available.

What is the Company Known For


Providing comprehensive services and programs to diagnose, prevent, treat, and respond to HIV, focusing on reducing stigma and providing equitable care to individuals in the greater Houston area.

Products and Services



Core Focus Areas


  • Testing: Free and confidential HIV/STI testing in Midtown and Southwest Houston.

  • Treatment: Including Rapid Start Treatment for newly diagnosed individuals.

  • Prevention: Services like PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis) and nPEP (non-occupational post exposure prophylaxis).

  • Supportive Services: Case management, housing, food pantry services, counseling, transportation assistance.


Key Features


HIV/STI Testing


  • In-office testing, at-home self-administered testing, and community-based mobile testing units.

  • Results available within as little as 60 seconds.

  • Confirmation tests conducted on-site if needed.


START Now (Strategic, Targeted, Anti-Retroviral Treatment)


  • Anti-Retroviral Treatment within seven days of HIV diagnosis.

  • Linkage to a long-term HIV treatment provider within 30 days.

  • Support from a Service Linkage Case Manager and Linkage Care Coordinator for a minimum of one year.


PrEP and nPEP


  • PrEP is 99% effective when taken daily or bi-monthly.

  • Partners with HeyMistr.com for accessibility.

  • nPEP must be started within 72 hours of potential HIV exposure and followed for 28 days.


Supportive Housing


  • T.E.X.T.M.S.G.: Homeless youth ages 18-24.

  • Help House Apartments: Individuals/couples living with HIV and experiencing housing instability.

  • A Friendly Haven: Families with at least one member living with HIV.

  • Burress Street Apartments: Homeless cis-gender and transgender women living with HIV.

  • HOME NOW and HOME BASE: Various supportive housing models for individuals with disabilities.

  • Bridge ReEntry Initiative: Transitional housing for recently released individuals living with HIV.

  • First Responders: Permanent housing program for chronically homeless adults with permanent disabilities.

  • Other Programs: STRMU, TBRA, and PHP for rental, mortgage, and utility assistance.


Community Programs


  • Stone Soup Food Pantry: Provides nutritious food assistance to individuals and families in need.

  • Camp Hope: Summer camp for children living with HIV and their siblings.

  • Prison Outreach Programs: Wall Talk and Somebody Cares provide education and post-release support to incarcerated individuals.


Recent Developments



New Location


  • Opened a new location in Midtown in 2023 which now serves as the primary office.


Rebranding Effort


  • In 2023, AIDS Foundation Houston was renamed Allies in Hope to reflect changes in the perception and treatment of HIV/AIDS.


Recent Impact Statistics


  • 6,000 individuals served through various programs and services.

  • 1,430 individuals tested for HIV and received PrEP education.

  • 186 participants in virtual youth camp.

  • 343 residents in Allies in Hope-run affordable housing.

  • 347 individuals served through Stone Soup Food Pantry.

  • 98% participation rate in Wall Talk program within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system.


New Features/Programs


  • Expansion of free confidential HIV/STI testing, treatment, and prevention programs.

  • Increased focus on rapid linkage to care and viral suppression within 60 days of enrollment in START Now program.


Partnerships


  • Partnering with multiple organizations like Houston Foodbank, Houston Health Department, GILEAD, University of Houston, and more to provide comprehensive care and support services.


Upcoming Events


  • Hope for Houston Ball 2024

  • Walk to End HIV 2025


In summary, Allies in Hope continues to innovate and expand its services, maintaining its mission to end the HIV epidemic in the Houston area through comprehensive and compassionate care.