When: The month of November
Who is invited: Everyone
Where: During service

The Greater Community AIDS Project of East Central Illinois (GCAP) exists to serve the needs of those living with HIV/AIDS and empower them to live full, healthy lives. We collaborate with various community organizations to provide HIV education and awareness, and offer direct support to those living with HIV/AIDS. 

We rely on the generosity of members of our community to help support our various programs. Please consider making a tax deductible donation today.

What we do:

CHAMPAIGN HOUSE

Champaign House is a 4-bedroom transitional housing facility for people living with HIV who are homeless. While clients reside in Champaign house, GCAP also offers case management to minimize barriers to permanent housing.

FOOD PANTRY

In conjunction with the Eastern Illinois Foodbank, our clients are allowed monthly shopping to access supplemental groceries. The GCAP office also maintains an on-site emergency pantry to help those who are unable to make it to our regularly scheduled food pantry appointment.

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE GRANTS

These grant funds are accessible through a client’s HIV case manager, and can be used for such things as past due rent, utilities, or medical expenses that are not covered under other programs.

HIV EDUCATION

Staff and trained volunteers are available to speak to individuals and groups about a variety of issues related to HIV, including prevention, living with HIV, and caring for others that are HIV+.

SHELTER PLUS CARE

The Greater Community AIDS Project is proud to partner with Champaign County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) that helps to place individuals in housing while receiving intensive support services.

If you need support or would like to volunteer with us, please reach out to 217-351-2437 or info@gcapnow.com. 

If you’d like to get tested for HIV or get on PrEP (a medication that prevents HIV), please contact the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District at 217-531-5365