News & Blog

Every Wednesday, PRC’s outreach team heads to downtown Fort Wayne to build trust, offer care, and meet basic needs, no strings attached! Working in pairs, hauling wagons of supplies and red backpacks, our team is out there every week, in all seasons, rain or shine.

This "resource roundup" was created by our own non-medical case manager, Lauren Walters. Whether you're a pantry client or just looking for realistic, affordable ways to eat well, Lauren highlights a variety of creators who share smart, balanced meal ideas on a tight budget.

Thank You for an Incredible 2024! We are thrilled to share that our End-of-Year 2024 campaign raised nearly $50,000 in November and December, surpassing our goal of $40,000! This success follows the momentum of our sold-out, record-breaking Soirée in October, which helped propel us to meet and exceed both campaign targets. Thanks to your support, we are positioned to continue creating a meaningful impact in our community.

Take the pledge, stop HIV stigma! This World AIDS Day, Positive Resource Connection is taking a stand to eliminate HIV stigma. Stigma and misinformation remain among the greatest barriers to ending the HIV epidemic. By working together, we can foster understanding, promote acceptance, and ultimately end new cases of HIV.

This year, Soirée 2024 broke fundraising records! Your generosity directly benefits our mission to prevent new cases of HIV and Hepatitis C across northeast Indiana. This incredible support will allow us to continue providing essential resources, education, and care to those who need it most in our community. We cannot thank you enough for making this possible!

On Friday, June 21 at 10am the Positive Resource Connection, in partnership with Alliance Health Centers, marked a significant milestone in health services for Fort Wayne, especially the southeast side of Fort Wayne and for the LGBTQ+ community. The red ribbon-cutting ceremony at our office building, 525 Oxford Street, celebrated not only the unveiling of a new primary care clinic but also the dedication of a vibrant new mural, symbolizing hope and unity in our community.

May is Hepatitis C Awareness Month, a crucial time for raising awareness about this common yet often overlooked disease. Here’s what you need to know to stay informed and help prevent the spread of Hepatitis C.

Start with a summary of a successful 2023 and then catch up on everything we've been working on in 2024 and what's still to come!

HIV continues to disproportionately affect Black and African American communities in the U.S., highlighting the urgent need for awareness, education, and action. While observances like National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) provide important opportunities to mobilize change, the need to break down barriers and promote health equity extends far beyond a single day.

Thanks to your support, we were able to reach THOUSANDS of individuals in 2023 – more specifically, we tested 1,740 people for HIV and Hepatitis C; our Street Outreach program interacted with 3,043 community members; and we conducted 179 outreach and educational programs. Want even more specifics?

On Friday, December 1st  our agency hosted a World AIDS Day Open House to commemorate the international day of observance and kick off AIDS Awareness Month.

As the Housing Coordinator, Arien Dillon is tasked with helping those who are living with HIV and experiencing or at risk of homelessness. “It’s a great feeling waking up every day knowing I can make a difference every day.”

From the history of the event to the stories of those involved, we honor the legacy of the Northeast Indiana AIDS Walk and the importance of continuing the fight against HIV/AIDS.

With the inauguration of our annual Gregory L. Manifold Food Pantry Fundraising Campaign this month, we reflect back on the former executive director of our agency and namesake of the client food pantry.

As we retire our AIDS Walk event this year, we’re excited to introduce a new campaign!

Lindenwood Cemetery representatives, the staff of Positive Resource Connection, local media outlets, and community members gathered at Lindenwood's AIDS Memorial for a special rededication ceremony.

There is risk of becoming infected with STI &/or HIV as a result of sexual assault.

With our community’s help, these people are receiving the care necessary to keep themselves and their community healthy and safe.

We’re proud to announce another sitcom star and Fort Wayne native as our celebrity guest: Mr. Dan Butler.

There are two ways we’re getting closer to halting new cases of HIV and ending the AIDS epidemic once and for all: U=U and PrEP.

Executive Director, Jeff Markley, vacated his Fort Wayne office for a couple weeks this July for a more exotic workspace: Nairobi, Kenya!

This year’s AIDS Walk, which took place May 11th at Parkview Field, was one for the record books!

Learn more about Kandace and her past 22 years with the agency through an interview with Executive Director, Jeff Markley.

This year marks the 23rd annual Northeast Indiana AIDS Walk and is one of the largest fundraisers for the Northeast Indiana Positive Resource Connection.