Frances Fuchs

Frances began offering a support group to the staff of Face to Face during a time when people were dying at the rate of 2 people per week. She has offered her professional skills as a therapist for over 14 years. Her guidance and comfort have helped staff deal with cumulative losses, grief, and coping with limitations.

Volunteer since 1990.
Photographed by John Youngblood.

 

Lin Daniel and Lisa Albertson

Lin and Lisa are members of a group of volunteers who helped establish the Positive Women's Gatherings, which are events designed to create a strong support network for HIV+ women. They have each brought incredible commitment and vitality to the meetings and have helped empower others with their unflagging encouragement.

Volunteers since 2000.
Photographed by John Youngblood.

 

Ky Boyd/Rialto Cinemas

Ky has parlayed his love of film and concern for the gay community into co-creating the Face to Face Film Series. Rialto Cinemas hosts the ever-popular monthly film night by showing gay films personally selected by Ky for their cinematic excellence and HIV prevention messages.

Volunteer since 2000.
Photographed by John LeBaron.