Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments

10/06/2026

This annual Candlelight Vigil offers an evening of reflection, connection, and community action.

Through a walk, community voices, art, resources, and an open mic, we will honor survivors, remember those affected by domestic violence, and renew our collective commitment to creating safer, violence-free communities.

📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026
📍 Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave, Fremont

🕕 6:00–6:30 PM — Walk to End Domestic Violence
🕡 6:30–7:30 PM — Community Speeches & Open Mic

The evening will also feature community resources, art, pledges, tea, and refreshments.

Come stand with us. Together, we can raise awareness, support survivors, and inspire change.

09/11/2026

We are incredibly grateful to all of our sponsors for their generosity and commitment. Your support has made the Evening of Empowerment Gala possible!

Every sponsorship brings us one step closer to reaching our fundraising goal and creating a stronger, safer community. We are deeply thankful for each and every organization and individual who has chosen to stand alongside SAVE in the fight against domestic violence.

Thank you for believing in our mission, supporting survivors, and being part of this journey with us.

Together, we can create lasting impact.

Learn more about the Gala:
https://givebutter.com/c/savegala

09/03/2026

One More Chance to Join Us! 🥳

We’re extending our Early Bird ticket discount through this Sunday, September 6, but only a few seats remain!

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of SAVE and honor five decades of creating safety, hope, and lasting change for survivors and families in our community.

SAVE’s 50th Annual Gala
Saturday, September 12
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
DoubleTree by Hilton, Newark

Reserve your seat or make a donation today! RSVP link: https://bit.ly/saveticket

Can’t make it to the gala? We would still be grateful for your support. On the ticket purchase page, simply select "I’d just like to donate” to make a contribution and help SAVE continue this important work.

We hope to celebrate this special milestone with you.

09/01/2026

The bidding is officially open, and we have something for everyone. 🥳

Start browsing and place your bids today. Every bid helps support SAVE’s mission to create safety, healing, and hope for survivors and families in our community.

Visit: https://bit.ly/saveauction

💜 Ultimate Family Adventure: A fun-filled package packed with adventure, movement, and excitement for the whole family.

💜 Valkyries Jersey Signed by Tiffany Hayes: A must-have for basketball fans and collectors.

💜 Sip & Savor W**e Adventure: Perfect for w**e lovers looking to enjoy a memorable tasting experience.

💜 Arts, family fun, wildlife, garden adventures, and more:

There are plenty of unique packages to explore!

08/28/2026

SAVE is celebrating 50 years of creating safety, hope, and new beginnings for survivors, and we want you to celebrate this milestone with us!

🥳 Only 5 days left for the early bird deadline! RSVP today: https://bit.ly/saveticket

And We’re Making It One Amazing Night!

🎸 Live Music
Enjoy live music from longtime SAVE supporter Barry Walter.

💜 An Inspiring Evening
Hear from Sonja Jones, a survivor, advocate, and SAVE board member, as she shares her story and the importance of creating safe pathways forward.

Four Incredible Live Auction Experiences

🍽 DATE NIGHT, PERFECTLY PLANNED
An unforgettable experience for two
Kayaking • Live Entertainment • Fencing • Dining & More

🍷 THE MURPHYS W**E COUNTRY GETAWAY
Generously donated by Michelle Hudson
Two Nights • W**e Country • Dining • Shopping & Outdoor Adventures

😌 THE ULTIMATE SMOOTH EXPERIENCE
Presented by John Romano, MD MedSpa
Six Laser Hair Removal Treatments

🚓 BEHIND THE BADGE
Presented by the Fremont Police Department
Police Station Tour • K9 Meet & Greet • CSI Lab • Drone as First Responder • Souvenir Mug Shot

This gala is more than a celebration. Your ticket helps fund the services that survivors rely on when they need help the most, including emergency shelter, crisis intervention, counseling, housing assistance, and prevention education.

Early Bird Ends Tuesday, September 1. Save $20 when you purchase your ticket today!

We hope to see you there!

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.