Elton John's Oscar Party Fundraises For HIV/AIDS Prevention And Research

Elton John celebrated 20 years of hosting his premiere Oscar fundraising party and offered some choice words on how to advance such an initiative.

"Never rest on your laurels," John told Pop Sugar.

The event, which 900 people attended, saw some of Hollywood's biggest names, but the focus wasn't on the awards actresses won or the gowns they wore. John's party served to raise funds for HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment and efforts to fighting the stigma associated with the disease, the Advocate reports.

John's advocacy efforts have raised more than $225 million for HIV/AIDS projects in 55 countries.

"We're getting bigger and bigger, which means we're raising more money," John told Pop Sugar. "And the money gets to people who actually need it."

Feeling inspired? Learn more about the Elton John AIDS Foundation here.

Comments

[DrSmithNJ]

09:02 AM on 02/29/2012

I will no longer support Elton John or any of his projects. I am boycotting him and his rude, vicious partner that are just sore losers. I knew this would be the end when he played at Rush Limbaugh's wedding. He's a hypocrit and his wife is a mean girl.

[gibby1855]

10:59 PM on 02/27/2012

Thank you Elton for all your great work in the fight to find a cure for aids. You will be remembered forever as a true hero for the Gay Community.

[leorangerie]

07:59 PM on 02/27/2012

The man has done a lot of good for a lot of people. One of the 1% who truly gives back.

[Hrover]

01:58 PM on 02/27/2012

20 years, my god, so many people gone. Thank you Sir Elton.

[LANETexasLonghorn]

12:40 PM on 02/27/2012

Thank You Sir Elton, you've been with PWA's since the beginning.

[Bhavana Pardeshi]

12:29 AM on 02/27/2012

"HIV/AIDS can be contracted in several ways..in order to stay safe and protected...we need to be more aware about the disease. I would like to suggest a documentary ""HIV/AIDS Awareness in Ethiopia: Approaches to Prevention"" which explores the work of Ethiopians actively committed to controlling the spread of HIV/AIDS, while promoting greater respect and compassion for those living with the virus.

To watch the documentary online visit:
http://www.cultureunplugged.com/play/1323/"