Cascade AIDS Project Secures $1 Million Donation and Launches Resilience Fund to Sustain Critical Services Amid Federal Funding Uncertainty
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Portland, OR — Cascade AIDS Project (CAP), the largest and oldest community-based provider of HIV services in the Pacific Northwest, is proud to announce a $1 million leadership gift from The Heatherington Foundation for Innovation and Education in Health Care. This generous donation comes at a crucial time, as CAP faces the threat of federal funding cuts that jeopardize its ability to deliver essential services to vulnerable communities.
CAP will use this gift to kickoff The CAP Resilience Fund, a bold initiative designed to provide the organization with the financial stability needed to continue serving the community without disruption. The CAP Resilience Fund aims to address a potential $3.5 million loss in federal funding.
“This $1 million leadership gift from The Heatherington Foundation is not only a testament to their commitment to equitable healthcare but also a rallying cry for others to join us in building a safety net for our community…The Resilience Fund will allow us to maintain critical services, respond to emerging challenges, and continue prioritizing the health and well-being of those we serve, even in times of financial uncertainty.”
Paul Lumley, Chief Executive Officer at Cascade AIDS Project
The Resilience Fund will ensure that CAP can continue providing essential services, which include:
Healthcare Services: HIV & STI testing, primary care services, behavioral health services, and gender-affirming care through CAP’s two Prism Health locations.
Housing Assistance: Supporting stable housing for people living with HIV & AIDS.
HIV & STI Prevention Programs: Education and outreach to reduce the spread of HIV, particularly in underserved and marginalized communities.
Jeff Heatherington, Chair of The Heatherington Foundation, emphasized the importance of the initiative: “Cascade AIDS Project has been a lifeline for so many, tackling not just HIV but the systemic inequities that impact health outcomes. By supporting The Resilience Fund, we are ensuring CAP can continue to meet the needs of the community, no matter what challenges lie ahead. We are proud to provide this leadership gift to kickstart the campaign.”
The CAP Resilience Fund represents the organization’s commitment to planning ahead, ensuring that six months of operating support are available to protect its programs from potential funding disruptions. This financial cushion will allow CAP to maintain its ability to provide life-changing services while responding quickly to new and unforeseen challenges.
With The Heatherington Foundation’s leadership gift of $1 million, CAP now calls on private donors, philanthropic organizations, and corporate partners to join in this critical effort.
“Every dollar raised for The Resilience Fund is a step toward safeguarding the health and stability of our community,” said Lumley. “We invite everyone who believes in equitable access to healthcare and housing to contribute to this campaign. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient future for those who depend on us.”
For more information about The Resilience Fund or to make a contribution, please visit www.capnw.org/resilience
For Questions or Media Inquiries, please contact
Dustin Vance
Marketing & Communications Manager
email: comms@capnw.org
phone: 503.278.3854
About Cascade AIDS Project
Founded in 1983 and incorporated in 1985 as Cascade AIDS Project, CAP is the oldest and largest community-based provider of HIV services, housing, education and advocacy in Oregon and Southwest Washington. We work to advance equity and access through inclusive health and wellness services for LGBTQ+ people, people affected by HIV, and all those seeking compassionate care. From Prism Health, our primary care and behavioral health clinics, to Our House, our long-term residential care facility for those living with HIV, we are proud to provide comprehensive programs that meet the individual care needs of our community. To learn more about CAP, please visit www.capnw.org.
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