LOS ANGELES – Emmy Award-winning actor/activist LeVar Burton has become a spokesman for AIDS Research Alliance's AIDS cure research campaign and will headline its Oct. 13 annual benefit, Art Deco & Jazz, at downtown LA’s fabled Cicada Restaurant.

“AIDS Research Alliance is honored by LeVar Burton's support and involvement in our organization,” said Carolyn Carlburg, president and CEO of the alliance. “We could not ask for a more dedicated and passionate advocate for our cause.”

SAN DIEGO -- To raise money for AIDS Walk & Run San Diego, the team that calls itself the "Healthcare Hooligans" will host a fundraiser on Saturday, July 30, from 2 to 5 pm at Fiesta Cantina in Hillcrest.

Team members will be selling Jello-O shots and collecting donations throughout the afternoon, with all proceeds benefiting local HIV/AIDS service providers.

SAN DIEGO -- Customers of Walgreens stores can easily contribute to AIDS Walk & Run San Diego while shopping through July 28.

The drugstore chain launched an in-store campaign at all 26 of its San Diego County locations in late June, giving customers the option to make $1 or $5 donations along with their purchases. Those who make a donation are able to print their name on a pledge card that will be hung in the store.

SAN DIEGO – Thirteen of San Diego’s finest food trucks will return to Hillcrest this week to support The Center’s AIDS Walk & Run team.

This foodie event dubbed "Food Truck Fabulousness" will take place on Thursday, July 14, from 5 to 9 pm in the parking lot of The Center, 3909 Centre St. in Hillcrest.

Attendees will be able to support The Center team’s efforts by purchasing beverages. There will be additional opportunities to become involved with and contribute to this year’s AIDS Walk & Run San Diego.