Leben mit HIV und AIDS (LHA-Stiftung)

The Leben mit HIV und Aids Foundation is a legally recognized and non-profit foundation under civil law based in Berlin. It was founded in 1997 by Hans Stoermer and Heinz Bergner and exclusively pursues charitable purposes for the benefit of people affected by HIV and AIDS. Within the scope of the work and mandate of ZIK-Zuhause im Kiez gGmbH, the foundation supports the improvement of living conditions for those affected through the acquisition, construction, modernization, and management of residential properties, expansion of care and support services, individual housing assistance (renovation, furnishing, rent arrears), and the establishment and maintenance of meeting places for those affected and their relatives. Furthermore, it promotes project-related equipment, vehicles, travel, and offers individual case assistance (e.g., energy costs, moving expenses, health costs). In the first 20 years, nearly one million euros were provided, about half of which was allocated to individual case assistance. The funds are primarily derived from rental income.

The Leben mit HIV und AIDS Foundation is committed to enabling people living with HIV and AIDS to lead a dignified and self-determined life in the long term. Through sustainable endowments and donations, housing, care services, and individual assistance are to be created, and meeting spaces promoted. Our goal is needs-based and direct support in projects and individual cases to permanently secure the quality of life of those affected.

The foundation's funding programs are aimed at people living with HIV and AIDS in Berlin, particularly clients of ZIK-Zuhause im Kiez gGmbH. Support is provided to individuals and groups who require assistance with housing furnishings, rent costs, health expenses, social activities, or mobility due to their illness. The goal is to sustainably strengthen social participation and quality of life.