Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments

08/11/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Brian Copeland as the Master of Ceremonies for SAVE’s 50th Anniversary Gala!

An award-winning actor, comedian, author, playwright, and longtime Bay Area broadcaster, Brian has spent decades connecting with audiences through his signature warmth, humor, and powerful storytelling.

Brian has a remarkable gift for making people laugh, reflect, and feel connected, and we couldn’t imagine a better person to guide us through an evening celebrating 50 years of courage, community, and hope.

Join Brian, our Founding Mothers, survivor and guest speaker Sonja Jones/Shin, and the SAVE community for an unforgettable evening honoring where we began and looking ahead to the next 50 years.

SAVE’s 50th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, September 12 | 5–7 PM
DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont

Early Bird Tickets: $120 through September 1
Reserve your seat: bit.ly/SAVEGala

08/10/2026

Meet Sonja Jones/Shin
💜 Survivor. Advocate. Storyteller. Changemaker. 💜

We are honored to welcome Sonja as a featured speaker at SAVE’s 50th Anniversary Gala.

A former NBC and CBS Bay Area news reporter and Today Show producer, Sonja has spent her career telling stories that matter. Her communications work has taken her from San Francisco Fleet Week to NASA and Stanford University.

But one of the most powerful stories Sonja shares is her own.

As a survivor, advocate, and dedicated member of SAVE’s Board of Directors, Sonja is passionate about helping others find their voice and reminding survivors of the strength within their own stories.

Join us on September 12 as Sonja takes the stage to share a deeply personal story of resilience, courage, and hope.

SAVE’s 50th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, September 12 | 5–7 PM
DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont

Early Bird Tickets: $120 through September 1
Reserve your seat: bit.ly/SAVEGala

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08/05/2026

Celebrate 50 years of impact with us on Saturday, September 12 at the DoubleTree Hilton in Newark, as we look ahead to a future where every survivor has access to safety, support and hope.

At this year’s gala, you will hear inspiring stories, learn about how Sonja Shin, a former Bay Area news reporter and Today Show producer, overcame years of abuse with the help of SAVE, enjoy a delicious seated dinner and have the opportunity to bid on auction items generously donated by our many event sponsors.

We are also honored to have the award-winning actor, comedian, author, playwright and longtime Bay Area broadcaster Brian Copeland as our Master of Ceremonies.

To purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/SAVEGala

For fifty years, SAVE has stood beside survivors, families, and our community with unwavering commitment.

08/04/2026

✨ Celebrate 50 years of changing lives. Reserve your seat at our 50th Annual Gala
today: https://bit.ly/SAVEGala

50 years ago, our founding mothers, Mary Lanzone, Marie Danner, Pauline Weaver, Iris Nicholson, and Pam Condy (from left to right), stood up for domestic violence survivors when few resources were available.

They fought tirelessly for the rights of survivors and laid the foundation for what SAVE is today: a community of safety, healing, hope and support.

Thanks to their courage, compassion, and determination, Southern Alameda County has a domestic violence safe house and a lifeline for thousands of survivors. Their legacy continues to inspire us, and their vision has truly changed countless lives.

At our 50th Annual Gala, you can follow in the footsteps of our founding mothers and change lives by supporting SAVE’s critically needed programs, including emergency shelter, crisis prevention, counseling, and housing assistance.

07/16/2026

We are excited to welcome Banter Bookshop as the newest member of our SAVE Space community partnership! 💜📚🥳

By becoming a SAVE Space partner, Banter Bookshop is helping create a safer, more compassionate community where survivors of domestic violence know they are not alone. Together, we are building spaces where people can find support, resources, and hope.

Thank you, Amy and her staff, for standing with survivors and making a difference. We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to creating a community where everyone can feel safe.

05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for such a meaningful evening.

We are deeply grateful to Tiffany for courageously sharing her resilience story that brought tears to our eyes and reminded us of the strength survivors carry every day.

Thank you to Pauline for speaking so passionately about the importance of SAVE’s work and the critical support our community continues to need.

The room was filled with gratitude, compassion, and appreciation. Seeing so many people come together in support of survivors and our mission was truly heartwarming.

Thank you for standing with SAVE and helping us continue this important work.

More photos from the evening: https://bit.ly/eogphotos

05/15/2026

We’re hiring! Join our team and help support survivors while creating safer communities.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

• Housing Case Manager
• Safe House Program Manager
• Safe House Program Assistant
• Client Support Advocate
• Community Education Specialist

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a compassionate, mission driven team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/save_career

Together, we can create hope, healing, and lasting change.

05/04/2026

Thank you to our incredible cast for giving your time, your heart, and your voice to this powerful performance. Your courage and commitment made this experience unforgettable. 💜

And to everyone who joined us, thank you for showing up, for listening, and for being part of this community. We laughed, we shared tears, and we experienced something truly special together.

This is more than a show. It is connection, healing, and the power of voices coming together. We are so grateful to have shared it with all of you.

The brave voices behind the show: , , , , , , , .triana, .not.streep, , , Martie Muldoon, Lori Admokom, Rosie Chu, Sandhya Krishnamurthy, and Jaime Rich.

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04/28/2026

Are you coming to The Va**na Monologues this weekend?

Our cast has poured so much time, heart, and energy into this powerful production, and we truly cannot wait to share it with you.

Celebrate Mother’s Day in a meaningful and unique way. Bring someone you care about. A friend, a sister, a mother. Come experience an evening of storytelling that uplifts and honors women’s voices.

📍 Irvington Conservatory Theater, Fremont
🗓 Saturday, May 2 at 7:00 PM
🗓 Sunday, May 3 at 2:00 PM

Tickets are still available: www.save-dv.org/event

Join us for a performance that inspires, connects, and makes an impact.

The brave voices behind the show: Alicia BMY, Amanda Leigh, Audrey Yao, Jennifer Dow Rowell , Jiaxin Zheng, Kaitlyn Creeden, Kiana Triana, Lori Burton Admokom , Marel Vazquez , Mari Lira, Martie Muldoon, Rosie Chu, Sandhya Krishnamurthy, and Tiffany Heggebo.

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04/25/2026

Drum roll please… introducing a very special voice behind the scenes: Jennifer, SAVE’s Executive Director. Jennifer Dow Rowell

Jennifer brings heart, leadership, and a lifelong love of the stage to this production. Her passion for both storytelling and SAVE’s mission makes this performance even more meaningful.

We are so grateful to have her both leading and shining alongside this incredible cast 💜

In her own words:
“From the time I was very young, during my first ballet recital, I knew I loved the stage. I am and will always be a theater kid at heart. As a mom, I love getting to share that same passion with my daughter who is finding her own love of performing. I am fortunate to have performed in The Va**na Monologues in the past and am excited to collaborate with my castmates and bring the show to life to benefit SAVE!”

🎟 Tickets are still available. Don’t wait, grab yours before they sell out:
www.save-dv.org/event

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