in light of the current public health concerns, and with the wellbeing of supporters and guests as its highest priority, the design industries foundation fighting aids (diffa) will postpone its signature fundraising event diffa by design, originally scheduled 26 – 28 march. diffa by design will now be held 9 – 11 july 2020 at center 415. all tickets and sponsorships will be honored with the new july dates.
“public health is at the center of diffa’s mission. our hearts go out to all of those who have been affected by the ongoing covid-19 outbreak. in light of widespread concerns, including those within the hiv/aids community who may be particularly vulnerable, we will always prioritize health & safety. by postponing diffa by design, we aim to honor both the communities affected by hiv/aids as well as the broader public who may harbor concerns about attending events during this time. we also aim to honor our loyal supporters by giving them an opportunity to showcase their immense creativity for this important cause at a time when more people will be able to attend and take part.” dawn roberson, diffa, executive director
on 9 – 11 july, diffa by design visitors will have the opportunity to explore a myriad of inspiring installations created by world renowned brands, artists and designers, a cash and carry boutique featuring the latest in luxury home accessories, gifts, original art, and a series of conversations and interactive sessions led by today’s top voices in the industry. all proceeds from diffa by design will be granted to organizations supporting individuals and communities affected by hiv/aids nationwide.
diffa would like to extend its gratitude to all of its sponsors, exhibitors and supporters for their patience and understanding during this time and looks forward to seeing them in july!
let us know if you have any questions. we’ll be sure to keep you posted as the new event dates draw nearer.
picnic by design, the end-of-summer soiree and auction from diffa (design industry foundation fighting aids) will bring new york’s design community together on 4 september at the midtown loft and terrace. the event features an array of creative picnic baskets up for auction and filled with goodies, this year with a global theme, developed by talented designers from across the city. as with all of diffa‘s events, the proceeds from picnic by design will be granted to hiv/aids charities that make a difference in people’s lives across the country. this celebrated event is a wonderful opportunity to marvel at (and bid on) some truly extraordinary picnic baskets while supporting an important cause.
tickets are available at:
picnic by design: on broadway invites designers and brands to creatively re-imagine a staple in new york city culture. join diffa (design industries foundation fighting aids) for an exciting summer soirée that highlights design, food and fun for a good cause. guests are invited to sip speciality cocktails, enjoy gourmet picnic fare and bid upon theatrical broadway-inspired picnic baskets by top designers and tastemakers.
date: 5september 5, 2018
location: viacom lounge & terrace (1515 broadway, new york, ny)
tickets available here. individual tickets start at $125 until august 20; see site for ticket packages.
for more information, visit www.diffa.org or call 212 727 3100
all proceeds benefit diffa: design industries foundation fighting aids
the diffa/chicago 2018 gala will feature an evening dedicated to the cause of eradicating hiv/aids in our lifetime.
attendance is limited, so please purchase your tickets early!
design industries foundation fighting aids (diffa) will gather thousands of designers, notable guests and avid supporters to celebrate its annual dining by design (dbd), 22 > 23 march. staged for five days, dining by design showcases extraordinary dining environments from renowned designers and brands to raise critical funds for diffa’s work fighting hiv/aids. for the ninth consecutive year, the new york event will be held at pier 92 in conjunction with the architectural digest design show.
the fun and fundraising starts on thursday, 22 march with the annual cocktails by design. this special preview party offers attendees the first look at these one-of-a-kind dining installations. guests are treated to bites from some of new york’s favorite restaurants at tasting tables. individual tickets are available for $200.
design industries foundation fighting aids (diffa) will host its annual dining by design fundraiser from 22 > 26 march. staged for five days, dining by design showcases extraordinary dining environments from renowned designers and brands to raise critical funds for diffa’s work fighting hiv/aids. for the ninth consecutive year, the new york event will be held at pier 92 in conjunction with the architectural digest design show. ticket holders will receive free admission into dining by design.
the fun and fundraising starts on thursday, 22 march with the annual cocktails by design. this special preview party offers attendees the first look at these one-of-a-kind dining installations. guests are treated to bites from some of new york’s favorite restaurants at tasting tables. early bird tickets start at $150.
as the keystone event, the gala dinner includes cocktails and table-hopping followed by an elegant seated vip dinner, dancing and a silent auction. tickets start at $500.
the public is invited to see this spectacular display of design during general admission hours
(friday, march 23 from 10am to 6pm – sunday, march 25 from 10am to 5pm)
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dates and times:
media tour
thursday, march 22
3-5pm
press can register here
cocktails by design
thursday, march 22
6:30–9:30pm
tickets are available for $200
public viewing
friday, march 23 – saturday, march 24 10am -6pm
sunday, march 25 10am – 5pm
free admission with architectural digest design show consumer ticket – $30 +tax
free admission for registered press
gala dinner
monday, march 26
6:30 – 10:30 pm
individual tickets start at $500
see site for ticket packages.
join diffa national for its annual grants and giving reception to celebrate its newest grantees, community and national non-profits that are on the front lines every day in the fight against hiv/aids. the grant reception will gather 200 + of diffa‘s key stakeholders and community leaders to celebrate each grant recipient. this year, diffa will award $331,500 to its 2017 grantees. the evening will also include a silent auction and a special honor for kravet inc. for its leadership and charitable efforts in support of diffa‘s mission. tickets are available for purchase
grantees:
acria | aid atlanta | aids leadership foothills-area alliance (alfa) | ali forney center | allies for health + wellbeing | alpha workshops | bailey house | boom!health| callen-lorde community health center | equality federation institute | gmhc | god’s love we deliver| heat program (the research foundation for suny) | hmi (hetrick-martin institute) | housing works | jbt foundation, inc. | jerusalem house | north idaho aids coalition | peter & paul community services | planned parenthood of new york city, inc. | services and advocacy for glbt elders (sage)| southern arizona aids foundation | southwest center for hiv/aids (swhiv) | the aliveness project | the correctional association of new york | the doe fund | trillium health | vermont cares| visual aids for the arts, inc. |voices of community activists and leaders (vocal-ny) |washington heights corner project |
sponsored by:
kravet
benjamin moore
gensler
new york design center
rockwell group
susan blond
DIFFA: design industries foundation fighting aids (DIFFA) will gather thousands of designers, notable guests and avid supporters to celebrate its 20th annual dining by design (DBD), 16 > 20 march 2017. as DIFFA national’s largest fundraiser, DBD raises nearly a million dollars annually—contributing over $42 million in grants to organizations combating hiv/aids nationwide since its founding in 1984. dining by design showcases imaginative, one-of-a-kind tabletop design by internationally renowned and local talent.
cocktails by design preview party
thursday, 16 march 16 6:30 – 9:30pm
tickets:
available at [ dining by design ]
DIFFA: design industries foundation fighting aids (DIFFA) will gather thousands of designers, notable guests and avid supporters to celebrate its 20th annual dining by design (DND), 16 > 20 march 2017. as DIFFA national’s largest fundraiser, dbd raises nearly a million dollars annually—contributing over $42 million in grants to organizations combating hiv/aids nationwide since its founding in 1984. dining by design showcases imaginative, one-of-a-kind tabletop design by internationally renowned and local talent.
public viewing
thursday, 16 march > saturday, march 18 10am – 5pm
sunday, 19 march 10am – 5pm
general admission $30 + tax ($40 at the door / free for pre-registered design trade)
visitors are invited to explore the latest in design trends while viewing opulent dining installations and shopping the silent auction.
gala dinner
monday, 20 march 6:30 – 10:30pm
tickets $500
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picnic by design is diffa national’s summer celebration that highlights design, food and fun for a worthy cause. picnic by design brings together designers, manufacturers and artists whose work is enjoyed, celebrated, and bid on by diffa supporters. funds raised supports our grant making efforts to help nonprofit organizations across the country combating hiv/aids. guests are invited to sip cocktails and wine while savoring picnic fare from fabulous nyc restaurants and bidding to win one-of-a-kind designer picnic baskets.
act fast to enjoy the early bird ticket price, now on sale on picnicbydesign.splashthat.com