Photo Flash: Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Honors The Life Group LA

This past Saturday, July 11 2015, during The Life Group LA's big fundraiser Saddle Up LA, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Life Group LA was honored with a Congratulatory Proclamation from the City of Los Angeles' Mayor, Eric Garcetti. The Congratulations Proclamation was presented during the awards ceremony at the 10th annual fundraising event Saddle Up LA. Scroll down for photos!

The evening was filled with riders and celebrity supporters including Jai Rodriguez (Queer Eye; Malibu Country); Pandora Boxx (Drag Race); Pepper Mashay (Hit song: Dive in the Pool) Murray Swanby (supermodel); Robbie Wayne (singer); Reba Areba (singer) Magic Mike Hennessy (Child of the 70s)

The purpose of the ride is to raise awareness of the fact that the AIDS Pandemic is not over and to raise much needed funds for the HIV services provided by The Life Group LA. It is also an affirmation of the power of compassion and a demonstration that ordinary people can accomplish extraordinary things.

Saddle Up LA won 2006, 2009 and 2010 Weho Awards for Outstanding Community Event!

Founded in 2005, The Life Group LA provides education, empowerment and emotional support to persons infected and affected by HIV/AIDS that they may make informed choices regarding their healthcare and personal well being. Using a variety of methodologies such as peer support groups and the POZ Life Weekend Seminar, The Life Group LA creates educational and empowering experiences in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment. For more information regarding Life Group LA website at www.lifegroupla.org.