MISSION
Baton Rouge AIDS Society (BRASS) serves as a testing and training provider to the state of Louisiana,
with special emphasis on the Greater Baton Rouge area, offering avenues which foster ethical, personal, social-emotional and
intellectual development. We believe these qualities are essential to making appropriate choices that will ultimately decrease
the spread of HIV/AIDS and other STDs, as well as increase civic responsibility.
HISTORY
Baton Rouge AIDS Society (BRASS) was founded on October 5, 1998. Like many agencies
of its inception, its grass roots began inside one of the bedrooms of a two bedroom apartment. Since then, BRASS has continued
to grow and serve the Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. Through the years, we have been able to reach thousands of individuals
through our outreach efforts and educational sessions. In 1999 we received approval of an IRS recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit
status. In addition, on June 9, 1999, we formally established a Board of Directors. Our adopted slogan is “Together
We Can Make A Difference!”
Baton Rouge AIDS Society provides services to the state of Louisiana with special
emphasis on the following cities: Baton Rouge, Port Allen, Clinton, Jackson, Gonzales, Plaquemine, New Roads, St. Francisville,
Donaldsonville, White Castle, Prairieville, St. Gabriel, Geismar, Darrow, Carville and Sunshine.
