The Earl Conner Society is named after Earl Conner, an Episcopalian minister, who became alarmed at the growing AIDS crisis in Indianapolis. He envisioned a coordinated community response by uniting existing groups within one facility. He received the support of Christ Church Cathedral (Episcopal) and the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul (Catholic) to establish the Damien Center in April of 1987.
Since then, the Center has provided care to thousands of persons infected by HIV and their friends and families and has become a leader in HIV prevention, education, awareness, and advocacy. Those giving between $5000+ annually to support the fight against HIV/AIDS receive membership into this giving society.
