The AIDS Memorial Quilt is dedicated to remembering the unique lives and stories of those lost to HIV/AIDS and is considered the largest community arts project in history. The Quilt was conceived of by activist Cleve Jones in 1985 as a means to help people understand the devastating impact of AIDS. Today, there are roughly 50,000 panels dedicated to more than 110,000 individuals in this epic 54-ton tapestry.
The Jonathan Logan Family Foundation is supporting the re-digitization of the Quilt in order to ensure that it remains visible, accessible and preserved for future generations. The JLFF team visited the National AIDS Memorial warehouse in the East Bay in September 2025 to see where the Quilt is housed and meet some of the dedicated staff and volunteers who care for the Quilt. Each year, the National AIDS Memorial partners with community-based organizations across the country to display sections of the Quilt to raise greater awareness about HIV/AIDS impacting people today. Check here to see if the Quilt is on display near you.
