Third Party Beneficiary

Maitri is honored to have been a beneficiary of so many wonderful events where the passion and commitment of those in the community truly shine.

Maitri proudly acknowledges being a major beneficiary of these organizations.

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BOAS, BOWTIES & BUBBLY!
Sunday, February 24, 2013 5:00 PM
Terra Gallery

AOF_2013_sm_posterWhat better way to experience the Academy Awards than with other friends of Maitri at Boas, Bowties & Bubbly! Where else can you gossip about Hollywood's elite over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres - as the live telecast of the Awards Show plays on the super-sized video screen ... especially knowing that 100% of your ticket purchase will benefit Maitri? And with live entertainment, an exciting raffle and superb auctions, this will be a glamorous night to remember.

The Academy of Friends has given more than $175,000 to Maitri over the years as a result of this annual gala....so we'd really like to help them make this year's event a wonderful success. Here's how you can participate in the fun:

Purchase gala tickets on behalf of Maitri

Gala tickets are $250 each. Remember to designate MAITRI as your beneficiary agency and we will receive 100% of your donation (all but $50 of your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law)

Sponsorship opportunities begin at $350. Please designate MAITRI as your beneficiary agency on the form (all but $50 of your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law)

Help launch the Academy of Friends gala!

Join us on Thursday, January 24 from 6-8:00PM to toast the Oscar 2013 nominees at The Bubble Lounge San Francisco with tasty hors d'oeuvres, champagne specials and accommodations provided by The Bubble Lounge with music by DJ Christopher B.

Sponsored champagne from Iron Horse Vineyards

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The Bubble Lounge
714 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, California

Feeling lucky? Buy raffle tickets from Maitri

Purchase an Academy of Friends raffle ticket directly from Maitri to enter to win a trip to Switzerland for two (2) people including:

  • Two round-trip SWISS economy class tickets from San Francisco to Zurich on Swiss International Air Lines
  • Two 8-day first class Swiss Rail passes

Raffle Tickets are:
$10 each / 2 for $20 / 3 for $25 / 6 for $50 / 15 for $100

You can also purchase your raffle ticket from Maitri to ensure proper beneficiary designation by contacting Grant at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; 415-558-3003 or stop by Maitri (401 Duboce Avenue) during regular business hours by Friday, February 22 or download/fax the Academy of Friends Raffle Ticket Order Form

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Send a Friend to the 2013 Academy of Friends Gala!

Nominate someone to receive a pair of tickets to the 2013 Academy of Friends Gala - it's a terrific opportunity to share the magic of the gala while supporting Maitri.

1 nomination for $10 / 3 nominations for $25 / 15 nominations for $100
(click on the "Nominate" button and please remember to select MAITRI in the "Gift Designation" field)

Volunteers Needed!
Show your support for Maitri by volunteering at the 2013 Academy of Friends Gala

Volunteers are needed for the February 24, 2013 gala. Duties vary from helping set-up, selling raffle tickets, wait service and breaking-down. Contact Grant at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more details.

 

HELP IS ON THE WAY XVIII
Sunday, August 5, 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Help Is On The Way VXIII

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When purchasing tickets, please designate Maitri as the "beneficiary agency" to insure proper credit – all money raised by Maitri, goes to Maitri. Help is on the Way raffle tickets for fabulous prizes are also available, please contact Grant at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information and purchases.

 

FOLSOM STREET EVENTS
UP YOUR ALLEY / FOLSOM STREET FAIR
July 28 & 29 / September 22, 23 & 24

Folsom Street Events

http://www.folsomstreetfair.com

 

DOT429 & KIMPTON PRIDE 2012 PARTY
Friday, June 22, 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM

dot429 & Kimpton Pride 2012 Party

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Reason to Party

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Party the night away with other friends of Maitri at this special BLISS 2012 Kick-Off Event!

WINTER GALA
BLISS Kickoff Event

We invite you to retreat in a Reason To Party event like you've never experienced before. Combining art, design, music, and fashion, we're showcasing RTP's creativity. The newly renovated W Hotel will play host to this land of fantasy. RTP's Winter Gala will transform an elegant cocktail reception into a dreamscape destination right before your eyes.

Full of enchanting mystique and layered with surprises, we will illuminate over 6000 square feet of trendy event space with state of the art black light technology, complimenting a cutting edge laser lighting system. Allow the art, style and swagger of the W to captivate your attention and inspire your senses. Complimentary Vodka drinks served all evening. Plus enjoy wine, champagne, and special treats!

When: Saturday, February 4, 9pm to 2am with VIP Reception 8pm - 9pm
Where: W Hotel San Francisco, 125 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Tickets are available for $40. Tickets will be $50 at the door! VIP tickets are also available for $100. This amazing event is likely to sell out and quantities for all tickets are limited- so we encourage you to buy your tickets early!

BUY TICKET NOW

A $40-$50 General Admission Ticket will give you:

  • Complimentary Vodka Bar ALL NIGHT
  • Access to the Photography For Good photo booth
  • Inspiration from the monumental living art display by Danny Scheible http://www.facebook.com/Tapigami
  • DJs spinning all night long with live instrumental elements
  • 100% of proceeds will benefit Maitri Compassionate Care

 

A $100 VIP Ticket will indulge you with all of the above plus:

  • Special VIP entrance to the event
  • Exclusive access to the VIP reception from 8-9pm
  • Meet and greet with Maitri board and staff
  • Special VIP room with separate bar area and treats during the event
  • 100% of proceeds will benefit Maitri Compassionate Care

 

The Cause

100% of proceeds benefit Maitri, a San Francisco organization that believes no one should have to suffer or die alone. Maitri provides compassionate hospice and 24-hour residential care to low income men and women with advanced AIDS.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and would still like to attend the event, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to discuss complimentary admission.

 

Academy of Friends Gala

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Scandalous!
Sunday, February 26, 2012
5:00 pm
SF Design Center Galleria

What better way to experience the excitement of the Academy Awards than among other friends of Maitri at the upcoming Academy of Friends gala! This year you can talk the trash about Hollywood's elite over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres - as the live telecast of the Awards Show plays on the super-sized video screen - knowing that 100% of your ticket purchase will benefit Maitri.

The Academy of Friends has given more than $164,000 to Maitri over the years as a result of this annual gala....so we'd really like to help them make this year's event a wonderful success. Here's how you can participate in the fun:

Purchase gala tickets on behalf of Maitri

Gala tickets are $250 each. Remember to designate MAITRI as your beneficiary agency and we will receive 100% of your donation (all but $50 of your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law)

Volunteer at the Gala on behalf of Maitri

If you prefer to donate your time rather than your money, you can still enjoy the Gala AND benefit Maitri by volunteering to help out the evening of February 26th. Please contact Grant Sun at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and we'll help find a "supporting role" for you that fits your on-screen persona.

Feeling lucky? Buy raffle tickets from Maitri

Purchase an Academy of Friends raffle ticket directly from Maitri to enter to win one of the following:

  • Kimpton Hotels Weekend Getaway with Airfare for Two
  • Westfield San Francisco Centre $1,000 Shopping Spree
  • Gold's Gym One Year Membership and 4 Training Sessions

The drawing will be held on February 26, 2012 at the Gala. Winners need not be present to win.
Raffle Tickets are $10 each / 3 for $25 / 15 for $100

You can purchase tickets in single or special rates for multiple quantities using PayPal below:

Purchase Tickets Online

 

You can also purchase your raffle ticket from Maitri to ensure proper beneficiary designation by contacting Grant at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; 415-558-3003 or stop by Maitri (401 Duboce Avenue) during regular business hours.

Donate to the Silent Auction on behalf of Maitri

As one of a much more selective list of beneficiary organizations this year, Maitri receives 100% from the sale of Silent Auction items referred by Maitri. If you have an item you would like to donate to the AOF Gala Silent Auction on our behalf, please contact Grant Sun at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

For more information about the event, go to http://www.academyoffriends.org

 

Boys With Balls

Northern California's largest bowling fundraising event. Held Saturday, January 21st, 2012 at 7pm.

For more information about the event, go to: https://www.boyswithballs.com/

 

Help is on the Way

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Don't miss Help Is On The Way XVII on Sunday, August 21, 2011 at the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco. This star-studded event benefits various Bay Area AIDS organizations and features a constellation of stars including Shirley Jones, Jai Rodriguez, Paula West, Susan Anton, Patrick Cassidy, Carole Cook and many more.

AND even though Maitri is not a named beneficiary for this event, if you identify MAITRI as a "designated agency" when you purchase your tickets, Maitri will receive a portion of that ticket's sale revenue.

 

REAL BAD is Real Good for Maitri

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As a beneficiary of the September 26, 2010 Grass Roots Gay Rights West (GRGR/West) signature fundraising event, Real Bad XXII (www.realbad.org), Maitri is honored to be a part of a Folsom Street Fair tradition. This landmark party is distinguished for gathering 2,000 guests from around the world for a leather dance party while raising funds for LGBT charities with local impact in San Francisco. Maitri is grateful for the support of GRGR/West and for the remarkable organizers, volunteers and attendees in making this incredible event a success – Thank you!

 

Embrace Me

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Maitri at Starbelly Restaurant

On August 14, 2009, the Castro neighborhood welcomed Starbelly Restaurant http://www.starbellysf.com which has quickly become the place-to-be-seen. Maitri was honored to be a beneficiary of the preview party; the support continued with proceeds from the sales of Starbelly's "Maitri Michelada" during the restaurant's opening week benefiting Maitri. Brought to the Castro by the all-star team behind the acclaimed Beretta restaurant and featuring Chef Adam Timney's California comfort cuisine, Starbelly is a “must-go”.

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Photo credit: Dylan Bartolini-Volk

Drink for a Cause

drink for a causeOn June 9, 2011, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation invited guests to drink for a cause at the Tonic Bar in Cow Hollow. Maitri was honored to be the named beneficiary of this fun-filled (and down-right hilarious) event where our fabulous volunteers sold over $400 in raffle tickets and donated an additional $300 in bartender's tips. Kudos to the event organizers, Katie and Michelle for making everything run seamlessly through mesmerizing ballgames on multiple screens and rambunctious frat boys.