January 23, 2009

Marty Delaney, Founder of Project Inform, Dies

Marty Delaney, founder of Project Inform and a prominent HIV/AIDS treatment activist, died on Friday, January 23, according to longtime friend and AIDSmeds senior writer David Evans. He was 63 years old.

“If there’s one thing that I think we can all do in gratitude for what Marty has done for all of us, it will be to make every effort to fill the massive void that Marty leaves behind,” Evans said.

Delaney founded Project Inform in 1985 with other concerned community members in San Francisco to provide reliable information about HIV/AIDS and its treatment. Today, it’s a national organization dedicated to improving the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones.

Delaney was recently honored with a Special Recognition Award by Anthony Fauci, MD, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, for his leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

According to a statement from staff and volunteers of Project Inform: "Intellect, activist, diplomat, mentor, friend—each of us will remember Marty for the great attributes he brought to his lifesaving work. We will miss him terribly."

Emails can be sent to support@projectinform.org (subject line "Martin Delaney") and cards can be mailed to Project Inform, 1375 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103. A memorial service has yet to be announced.

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Richard Kelley, Atlanta, 2009-01-30 09:30:37
I always loved seeing and hearing him during the 80's and 90's of the crazy times of uncertainty. One always walked out more hopeful! He will be missed!

Nick Bonnell, Palm Springs, CA, 2009-01-28 21:58:31
Thank you, Martin. We change the world one person at a time..Project Inform and the work you so courageously and diligently performed was as instrumental in saving my life as has been the great care of my physicians. A Hero to be sure!

Deneen Robinson, Dallas, 2009-01-28 17:08:57
WOW. Change is the only thing that is permanent. Yet, I never thought we would go. How unfortunate for us that he is no longer here. He has left a mark that will never be diminished. It is my hope that we will continue to blaze the trail that he has laid for us. There are so many others that need us to impart into their journey as he has imparted in to ours. I will continue the work as gratitude to what you have given me. Thank you Marty. Thank you POZ for creating a space for us to share.

Eric Swanner, Holland, 2009-01-27 17:51:55
I was fortunate enough to converse with Marty several times. The man saved and enhanced many lives. Thank You Marty, the world is a better place because you lived in it. Farewell my friend.

Calvin T., Rochester, NY, 2009-01-27 16:31:03
A voice that rang and shined in the face of adversity for those he cherished that he knew and for others he never met. His voice will always be remembered in our hearts and minds.

ALOYSIUSWEATHERS@AOL.COM, OAKLAND/SF/BERKELEY, 2009-01-27 15:59:05
HIS SPIRIT LIVES ON IN OUR LIVES, TRIALS, WORK, AND PLAY!!! BLESSINGS ALL 'ROUND!

Brother Toby McCarroll, Annapolis, CA, 2009-01-27 11:49:02
Marty was an anchor in very stormy waters.

Robert Darrow, Shreveport, 2009-01-27 10:23:38
In 1985, there were only a few places we could get HIV treatment information with which to educate our doctors. Marty's PROJECT INFORM was a lifesaver. Thank you Marty.

Dana Hartney, Dallas, Texas, 2009-01-27 09:52:22
He was a great man. He did some workshops in Dallas in the ninties and I just felt so hopeful for the first time in a long time. He was always willing to take the time to educate people and often it lite a spark for people to start asking questions and doing more for themselves and others. Just think of all the wonderful people we'll get to meet when we go to heaven. You helped so many Marty, Thank you always....

Nehemiah D. Frank, Tampa, FL, 2009-01-26 09:18:28
Yes, Marty will be terrible missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Dean, Orlando, 2009-01-25 06:11:00
Another angel has left us. His dedication changed my life.

John2038, , 2009-01-23 13:07:10
A so sad news. May God Bless You My Friend.