HERO for Children is the only organization that provides quality of life care for children infected with or affected by HIV/AIDS

Six years after its founding at the University of Georgia, UGA HEROs became the highest fundraising collegiate philanthropy in Georgia, raising over $363,000 and involving more than 2,000 student members in 2008 alone.

The purpose of UGA HEROs is to support H.E.R.O. (Hearts Everywhere Reaching Out) for Children, Inc.—headquartered in Atlanta—whose mission is to improve the quality of life for children infected with and/or affected by HIV and AIDS through enriching programs, unforgettable experiences, and connections to the community.