Los Angeles, CA –– Team Wicked, led by Wicked Pictures contract star jessica drake, raised over $12,000 for AIDS Walk LA 2020. The annual event, which was held online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, made the fundraiser accessible to everyone around the world.
Team Wicked, which included adult superstars Tasha Reign and Asa Akira, made the top ten for fundraising among companies such as Disney and Starbucks. Team Wicked exceeded its goal by 22 percent marking another successful year in raising awareness and funds for the important cause.
“I’m so proud of Team Wicked and grateful to everyone who participated this year,” said drake. “The pandemic has put so much into perspective. Charity and outreach are vital, and to see people come together to raise awareness about AIDS and HIV within our community means the world to me.”
“AIDS Walk is something I look forward to every year, and I am touched by both the participation and the fundraising results,” drake added. “Thank you to Ken and everyone at AIDS Walk and APLA for giving our team so much encouragement and support. Seeing the team on the ABC7 special was so exciting, and definitely motivated us. I am also grateful as always to everyone at Wicked for their support.”
This year, Team Wicked put its efforts behind the Support Walk, which raises awareness and funds for critical programs benefiting older adults living with HIV, including nutritious meals, counseling, and housing. It also provides resources and funding for AIDS Walk LA’s transgender support programs and women’s wellness programs which helps the community, regardless of HIV status.
drake and Team Wicked have made AIDS Walk LA an annual tradition, raising over $140K for AIDS and HIV research, treatment, and prevention. Participating in this event and shining a spotlight on this cause which has affected the world is the mission of Team Wicked.
To learn more about AIDS Walk LA, visit AIDSWalk.org.
