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OCT. 16th | 40th Anniversary Gala

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Join us as we celebrate 40 years of Buddies of New Jersey.., A Legacy standing alongside individuals and families living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.

Celebrate 40 years of service, advocacy, and community with Buddies of NJ, Inc.

As Bergen and Passaic County’s premier AIDS Service Organization, Buddies has provided compassionate care, education, housing support, counseling, prevention services, and critical resources to individuals and families living with and affected by HIV/AIDS since 1985.

Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring our legacy, celebrating our impact, and looking ahead to the future as we continue our mission of hope, healing, dignity, and community care.

We want everyone in our community to have the opportunity to celebrate 40 years of Buddies of NJ with us.

We are working to secure funding to assist those who may not be able to afford a Gala ticket.

If you would like to be considered for assistance, please CLICK THIS LINK complete the form below.

DEADLINE TO FILL OUT THIS FORM IS MIDNIGHT SEPTEMBER 29TH.  

NO GUARANTEES:  YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY OCTOBER 1ST WITH OUR RESULTS.

CLICK HERE TO PLACE AN AD IN OUR 40TH AD JOURNAL / DINNER PROGRAM

WORLD AIDS DAY | DECEMBER 1st

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SAVE the

World AIDS Day — December 1, 2026

Updated on Jun 11, 2026 in Health by Kyle Tripp

Every December 1

World AIDS Day unites people globally every December 1 to raise awareness about the HIV/AIDS pandemic and mourn those who have died. First recognized in 1988, this day highlights ongoing efforts in prevention, treatment, and care. Join the global movement by educating yourself, supporting advocacy, and remembering lives lost to the disease.

DETAILS SOON TO FOLLOW

WORLD AIDS DAY is DECEMBER 1st (every year) 

This year we SHALL invite you to TWO FREE EVENTS

that commemorates those we lost from HIV/AIDS,

honors those who struggle with this disease today, and

celebrates those who are helping to bring this epidemic to an end.

REGISTER HERE so that we can prepare food and space.

 

Morning Event Program with BNBMC  &   Afternoon FREE THROWS for AIDS w. Wayne Cesa

DETAILS TO FOLLOW SOON

 

ALL communities are being called to join us and be part of commemorating  those we lost AND working together to end HIV epidemics.   Rethink. Rebuild. Rise.

June 13th – Buddies of NJ Resource & Community Wellness Fair

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Buddies of NJ Resource & COMMUNITY Wellness Fair

About this event       [Download Printable and Postable Fliers HERE]

June 13th [rain date June 14th]

Buddies of NJ, proudly invites community partners along with service, health and wellness providers to join our annual Buddies of NJ Resource & COMMUNITY Wellness Fair!

The COMMUNITY theme shall have a special focus on Long Term HIV Survivors, (50+), and the celebration of PRIDE Month.

Over 30 providers come out to give healthier options to our clients and the entire community.

Area Hospitals, dentists, massage, chiropractic, mental health, substance abuse, STD & HIV Screenings, blood pressure and hear screenings, eye screenings and more…

Exhibitor / Tabling Application

Buddies of NJ, Inc.

Providing Support and Services to People Living With and Affected by HIV/AIDS!

Come see the facility and people that supports a healthier community!  Community partners and friends will set up tables to let people show services available at and/or by our agencies.

FREE space to display your services

tables and chairs available for small fee,

please fill out this form: VENDOR FORM

OR call Ray at 201-290-1539

Food will be catered so please REGISTER ON THIS EVENTBRITE PAGE FOR A TICKET and let us know that you will be attending.

If you would like to be a SPONSOR of this event please fill out this FORM: VENDOR FORM or call Ray at 201-290-1539

April 16th Kickoff Event for the WALK

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THURSDAY APRIL 16th – 6:30pm to 10:30pm

Full Meal – Entertainment Variety – Dancing just $45.

 

CLICK HERE NOW: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a-nj-red-collective-kickoff

OR SCAN THIS QR CODE BELOW:

 

 

 

 

🎉 Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of a Funtastic Fundraiser for client services at Buddies Of New Jersey Inc.

This Event is Kicking off the WALK in BERGEN/PASSAIC. It’s an event like no other, and we want you to be there! 🎉

An evening of fine food and uber entertainment will bring people together in a fun time and given resource and information about how to get more people out to the WALK.  Every person buying a ticket and attending this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Remember. Educate, Defeat!

 

NJ R.E,D! COLLECTIVE

Mission:

To collectively raise funds that safeguard the quality of essential services focused on improving health outcomes to underserved communities in NJ

Vision:

We envision lasting change built through awareness, advocacy, and action, a future where care is accessible, people can thrive, and equity is the standard. Building a better tomorrow where all people are empowered without fear or stigma.

Objectives:

Remembering the lives and lessons of our movement,

Educating to inspire change and equity, and

Defeating stigma, injustice, and the systems that divide us.

The NJ RED Collective presenting The WALK…This is not just about a quality of life for people living today.  It’s a movement solidifying and maintaining proven THAT SERVE and Improve the lives of our Most Vulnerable and UNDERSERVED,  or dare we say less cared about populations. THIS IS at the very least what we owe to those who have gone before us…. & we will be here ‘til the end!

Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Valentine Party | Friday – FEB. 6th | Pathways for Buddies

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This Valentine Season

Friday | February 6th @ 7PM to 10PM

Vikki La Fontaine Presents:

“Love is to DIE FOR”

RED, BLACK & WHITE Optional

@ Monster Golf

49 East Midland Ave. | Paramus, NJ 07652

Buy Your Tickets by Scanning the QR CODE  or clicking HERE

FOOD – FUN – GAMES – GORE – DANCING

and BYOB | (Beer/Wine/Sangria)

SAT. DEC. 13th Brunch / Fundraiser

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We’ve listened to your feedback to improve our event.

DEC 13-2025 TOM HAYES HOLIDAY BRUNCH

$60 > AT THE FIESTA RTE. 17S WOOD RIDGE, NJ  NOW 10am START

ANNUAL HOLIDAY GET TOGETHER FOR ALL SUPPORTERS, CLIENTS,

STAFF, COMMUNITY MEMBERS, FAMILY & FRIENDS

TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE

CLICK THE BELOW LINK & DO SO NOW!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-tom-hayes-holiday-brunch-and-fundraiser

*** TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE – NO TICKETS SOLD DAY OF ***

Single – $60.00 ea. / Clients & Children Under 12 – $40.00 ea. /Table of 10 – $550.00

Brunch | Silent Auction | and More!

Make this a family and friend celebration … with our family at Buddies.

It is time for everyone to be together before the holidays!

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Los boletos individuales cuestan $ 60.00 / Una Mesa de 10 cuestan $550.00

Subasta silenciosa | Sorteo de TV | ¡y más!

Haga de esto una celebración familiar y de amigos … con nuestra familia en Buddies.

¡Es un momento para que todos estén juntos antes de las dias festivos!

WORLD AIDS DAY – Dec1

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STILL TIME TO DONATE TO FREE THROWS for WORLD AIDS DAY

Scan QR CODE or CLICK HERE

WORLD AIDS DAY is DECEMBER 1st (every year) 

This year we invite you to TWO FREE EVENTS

that commemorates those we lost from HIV/AIDS,

honors those who struggle with this disease today, and

celebrates those who are helping to bring this epidemic to an end.

REGISTER HERE so that we can prepare food and space.

 

ALL communities are being called to join us and be part of commemorating  those we lost AND working together to end HIV epidemics.   Rethink. Rebuild. Rise.