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“The Aliveness Project is a place where seeds of hope are planted. It took me 9.5 years as a member to grasp that concept….now I am ready to start bearing fruit.”
– Moncies

Become a member
1. Fill out the form and provide proof you are living with HIV
2. Come to our community center at 3808 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis
3. Gain access to member benefits, resources, and community
Support or Volunteer
We have an active, large family of supporters at The Aliveness Project. Many of our supporters do some or all of the following:
- Raise funds through Dining Out For Life and other events
- Volunteer at our community center
- Raise awareness about HIV/AIDS
- Advocate at the local, state, and national level
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Newsletter & Updates
Monkeypox – What You Need to Know
Updated 6/24/2022 Anyone has the potential to get monkeypox, and everyone’s risk is different. We have compiled the most recent information so you can make informed choices when you are in spaces or situations where monkeypox could be spread through close contact. Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are urging individuals…
Read MoreSay “Hello” to our New Staff
The Aliveness Project welcomes several new staff to the team. We are excited to see what new accomplishments we will achieve together. Learn more about each person in their bio below. Bruce Weihsmantel (he/him) – Mendical Case Management I’m from Illinois originally from Illinois but have lived on both coasts and have been in Minneapolis…
Read MoreUpcoming Events
Starting Thursday, August 11, Aliveness members can pick up a FREE Minnesota State Fair pass that is good for any day. One pass per member, first come-first served, in-person only (sorry, no phone reservations).
The Red Ribbon Ride is a fully supported, 2 day, 150+ mile bike ride through the wilderness of Minnesota benefiting three HIV/AIDS service organizations in Minnesota: the Aliveness Project, One Heartland, and Rural AIDS Action Network. Whether you are first time rider, experienced veteran, looking for a physical challenge, want to experience the beauty of Minnesota on a bicycle or have a connection to the cause, the Red Ribbon Ride is for you.
Starting Thursday, August 11, Aliveness members can pick up a FREE Minnesota State Fair pass that is good for any day. One pass per member, first come-first served, in-person only (sorry, no phone reservations).
The Aliveness Project Food Shelf is open for members by appointment Monday-Friday 9-4:30. Members can use the Food Shelf once each calendar month.
The Aliveness Project is open 9 am – 4 pm Monday-Friday. Members are warmly welcomed to hang out and socialize as well as access services. Members of the public are welcome to donate, volunteer, and access HIV testing and PrEP.
Aliveness members are welcome to enjoy a hot lunch onsite Monday-Friday from 12 – 2 pm, no appointment needed. Members may bring a guest to eat for free up to 4 times a month and members’ children under 13 eat for free.
Starting Thursday, August 11, Aliveness members can pick up a FREE Minnesota State Fair pass that is good for any day. One pass per member, first come-first served, in-person only (sorry, no phone reservations).