Bakersfield's AIDS Project, Ricky's Retreat

Bakersfield's AIDS Project (BAP) was established in 1993 in loving memory of
Ricky R. Montoya. Founder, Audrey Chavez and other family members felt it was important to honor the life of her brother Ricky, as well as to promote awareness as to how HIV/AIDS affects families and communities
The first meetings of Bakersfield's AIDS Project were held in Chavez' home.
BAP's mission statement is: To promote quality, compassionate housing and services for Kern County persons living with HIV/AIDS.
BAP Programs and Activities include:
HIV Education and Outreach
Speakers Bureau
World AIDS Day Activities
AIDS Memorial Quilt Displays
Kern County AIDS Compassion Week Activities
AIDS Walk
Drop-in Friday Support Group
Drop-in Friday Lunch
Drop-in Friday Workshops
GET Bus Transportation Program
Camp Jessie Lee for Children
Dinner of Thanksgiving
Client Christmas Dinner
Holiday Baskets
Hygiene Program

Bakersfield's AIDS Project is an all-volunteer organization~ All proceeds go directly to client services.

Donations can be mailed to:
BAP
910 Grace Street
Bakersfield. CA. 93305
Memo: Ricky's Retreat

Because everyone deserves a family and a HOME...