Each year, Artopia features a range of gift items and experiences generously donated by local businesses and individuals that support our mission. We thank them, and invite you to join us on June 28 for your chance to bid and win! bigbendcares.org/artopia

Today is National Asian & Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day devoted to eliminating HIV stigma in Asian & Pacific Islander communities. Learn more about the role that everyone plays in stopping HIV stigma: bit.ly/3JqBLqq. #NAPIHAAD #APIMay19 #StopHIVTogether

PrEP can be part of a healthy future. Begin the conversation with your partner(s) and take steps toward preventing HIV together. Visit carepointwellness.com/prep to learn more! #StopHIVTogether #ShesWell

Thank you CAMPUS USA Credit Union for supporting Artopia as a Bronze Sponsor! We are so grateful for their continued support, and their years of partnership have deepened our impact in the community. Check them out at campuscu.com.

With VIP already sold out, it's shaping up to be a hot Beer Fest this year! Do good and drink beer August 8-9 by buying your tickets today. And if you use code BBC at checkout, it'll help us out! Visit tlhbeerfest.com and click Unlock to enter the code.

💊 Pill fatigue can be a real challenge for people living with #HIV and those on PrEP. 📷 In a powerful new piece in The Body, Jason Watler reflects on his experience and offers advice for others struggling with pill fatigue. thebody.com/hiv/pill-fatig…

June will be here before you know it, so get your Artopia tickets today! Come bid to win big while supporting resources for our community. Your ticket not only includes the excitement of both a silent and live auction, but a buffet dinner too! bigbendcares.org/artopia

There is no better time to #stopHIVstigma and promote the power of #UequalsU. People with #HIV who take their medication as prescribed and maintain an undetectable viral load will not transmit HIV to their partners. Visit cdc.gov/stophivtogethe… to learn more. ❤️

If you're on the go, you don't have to choose between your busy schedule and your health. #HIV self-tests are available to have sent to your door, discreetly, so you don't have to make any appointments or get to a clinic. Learn more: bigbendcares.org/request-an-hiv…

The Big Bend Cares office will be closed Monday, May 26th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday, May 27th. We wish everyone a safe and fun weekend!

Thanks so much to Dan Taylor and Tony Archer for returning to Artopia as a Bronze Sponsor! They have been with us over the years, always giving generously to support our mission, including through the donation of gorgeous original artwork for the auction. Thank you!

🫵 Volunteers needed! It takes a lot of hands to make Artopia happen, to help raise funds for vital community resources. With many roles from setup to art handling, consider volunteering with us on June 28th by completing our form at bigbendcares.org/artopia.

Today we highlight and thank RNA Consulting for being a Bronze Sponsor for Artopia 2025. They have been with us for years, solidifying their place in our community as avid partners in wellness. They have given so much, and we're proud to welcome them back! rnaconsultinggroup.com

🍻 Beat the heat at THE indoor beer event in town! TLH Beer Fest is Aug 8-9 and tickets are live. Dozens of the best brews in the region under one roof, all to benefit community health. Be sure to click Unlock and use code BBC at checkout to help us out! tlhbeerfest.com

Couples that get tested together, stay together 💕 Make a testing appointment today: carepointwellness.com/std #HIV #GetTested #KnowYourStatus

Now hiring for our Receptionist position! With competitive salaries and generous benefit offerings, Big Bend Cares is committed to meeting the needs of our team. Apply today to join our team! bigbendcares.org/careers

We're highlighting some more original artists today, those who created the pieces that they've donated! These works are a testament to the hours and creativity of our artists , so that the winning bidders can leave with a piece of community. See more at bigbendcares.org/artopia.

Alexander explains how getting tested helps ensure our sexual health, and helps break the stigma around testing. Interested in getting tested? Visit carepointwellness.com/std.

Are you #PrEPared? PrEP gives you peace of mind and puts you in control of your sexual health. Talk to a Care Point provider to find out if PrEP is right for you: (850) 354-8765

🏳️‍🌈We're glad you're here! Pride is built into our history- the fight against HIV/AIDS wouldn't be where it is today if the members of the LGBTQ+ community didn't have each other's backs. Let's make it a loud and expressive Pride, our 40th, where you can be seen and loved for you!