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Cielo Latino is the annual Commission fundraising that takes place every year during the second week of May. Cielo Latino has become the largest national fundraiser for the Latino community in its fight against HIV/AIDS. In its 14th year, Cielo Latino is a prominent and highly visible platform for leaders in business, government, entertainment and the media to showcase their philanthropy for AIDS.



Cielo Latino 2009

There was a lot to celebrate on May 12th 2009, the night of Cielo Latino. A gleaming star-studded night surrounded Cipriani Wall Street, where a red-carpet entrance and magical hospitality unfolded to welcome the Commission’s guests to the 14th annual fund-raising event. Wilmer Valderrama and Dayana Mendoza, Miss Universe 2008 radiated as the evening’s master of ceremonies; outstanding leaders in the fight against AIDS were honored for their work; Jorge Villamizar (Former lead singer of the Grammy award-winning band Bacilos), delivered a soulful performance. News anchor Carmen Medicci acepted her designation as the Commission’s newest “Madrina” in the Fight Against AIDS.

The event received wide media coverage and drew over 500 in attendance from leaders in business, entertainment, government and the non-profit sector. Important financial contribution was raised, seeding new hope for the people served by the Commission’s programs.

Cielo Latino Gallery


  CIELO LATINO:::MAY 2007
  • Cielo Latino 2007, held on May 23rd at Cipriani Wall Street. Judy Reyes, from the TV show Scrubs, walking the press line.
    Cielo Latino 2007, held on May 23rd at Cipriani Wall Street. Judy Reyes, from the TV show Scrubs, walking the press line.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Natalie Morales of the “Today” show welcomes guests while they enjoy dinner at Cielo Latino 2007.
    Natalie Morales of the “Today” show welcomes guests while they enjoy dinner at Cielo Latino 2007.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Marcelo Cunning, DJ for the cocktail hour, on the red carpet.
    Marcelo Cunning, DJ for the cocktail hour, on the red carpet.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Debra Fraser-Howze, president of the Black Leadership Commission on AIDS, accepts the Rosie Perez Fuerza Award.
    Debra Fraser-Howze, president of the Black Leadership Commission on AIDS, accepts the Rosie Perez Fuerza Award.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Dr. Octavio Vallejo holding his award. He was honored with the Esperanza Award at Cielo Latino 2007.
    Dr. Octavio Vallejo holding his award. He was honored with the Esperanza Award at Cielo Latino 2007.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Pablo Meyer accepts the Ilka award on behalf of Gael Garcia Bernal, the 2007 International Ambassador to the Latino Commission on AIDS.
    Pablo Meyer accepts the Ilka award on behalf of Gael Garcia Bernal, the 2007 International Ambassador to the Latino Commission on AIDS.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Lupe Ontiveros with staff of the Latino Commission on AIDS.
    Lupe Ontiveros with staff of the Latino Commission on AIDS.
    John St. Hilaire
  • India entertains while guests dance at Cipriani Wall Street.
    India entertains while guests dance at Cipriani Wall Street.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Dennis deLeon, President of the Latino Commission on AIDS and Guillermo Chacon, Vice President.
    Dennis deLeon, President of the Latino Commission on AIDS and Guillermo Chacon, Vice President.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Jean, dinner performer for the event takes time to interview with MTV Tr3s.
    Jean, dinner performer for the event takes time to interview with MTV Tr3s.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Emcee of the evening Natalie Morales of the “Today” show with Lupe Ontiveros.
    Emcee of the evening Natalie Morales of the “Today” show with Lupe Ontiveros.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Guillermo Chacon welcomes Denise Quinones, former Miss Universe, and Karlo, Padrino of the Commission.
    Guillermo Chacon welcomes Denise Quinones, former Miss Universe, and Karlo, Padrino of the Commission.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Ricardo Oqueno, Luz Leguizamo (John Leguizamo's mother), Roy Cosme and Sherry Vigdor.
    Ricardo Oqueno, Luz Leguizamo (John Leguizamo's mother), Roy Cosme and Sherry Vigdor.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Roy Cosme of Arcos Communications and Dr. Vallejo, recipient of the Esperanza Award for his long time efforts in HIV/AIDS.
    Roy Cosme of Arcos Communications and Dr. Vallejo, recipient of the Esperanza Award for his long time efforts in HIV/AIDS.
    John St. Hilaire
  • India, world renowned salsa singer and evening entertainment at Cielo Latino 2007 with Roy Cosme.
    India, world renowned salsa singer and evening entertainment at Cielo Latino 2007 with Roy Cosme.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Dennis deLeon, President of the Commission, Rosie Perez, Actress, Elias Guererro, Commission Board Member, and Guillermo Chacon, Vice President.
    Dennis deLeon, President of the Commission, Rosie Perez, Actress, Elias Guererro, Commission Board Member, and Guillermo Chacon, Vice President.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Lupe Ontiveros and Jean dancing to India’s music.
    Lupe Ontiveros and Jean dancing to India’s music.
    John St. Hilaire
  • Roy Cosme, India, Dennis deLeon, Lupe Ontiveros and Guillermo Chacon.
    Roy Cosme, India, Dennis deLeon, Lupe Ontiveros and Guillermo Chacon.
    John St. Hilaire

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Cielo Latino 2009 Honorees
ANGELA DIAZ, MD
Esperanza Award
As the Director of the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center, Dr. Diaz promotes a program that provides many services to teens. Under her leadership, the Center has become the largest adolescent specific health center in the U.S., seeing thousands of teens every year ­ for free.
PEDRO ZAMORA (posthumous)
Voz de Compromiso Award
Pedro Pablo Zamora, was a Cuban-American AIDS educator and television
personality. His appearance on MTV¹s reality television series, The Real World: San Francisco brought international attention to HIV/AIDS. Pedro lost his battle against HIV/AIDS, leaving behind his legacy of education and raising awareness.
MERCK
Innovator Award
Merck was honored for developing Isentress, the first integrase inhibitor which boosts the immune system and suppresses HIV viral load with few adverse side-effects. This innovative treatment demonstrates a long term
commitment to advancing the quality of life for People with AIDS.
 
 
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