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Celebrate 46 years of transforming lives at AVDA's annual Home Safe Home Gala!

SAVE THE DATE

Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026

The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa

PRESENTED BY

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EVENT CHAIRS

2

Courtney and Zac Harmon

3

Nina and Clint Rand

HONORARY CHAIRS

2

Jessica and Brian Leeke

1

Meredith and Jean-Marc Monrad

1

Jill and Frank Stagg

BE THE KEY TO BRIGHTER FUTURES FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES!

​Domestic violence is one of the greatest threats to a safe and nurturing home. It disrupts the very foundation children need to grow, learn, and thrive. But with your help, we can change that.

Your donation changes lives—empowering families to create safe spaces, gain independence, and build lasting stability. Together, we can break the cycle of violence and give children the chance to flourish in homes filled with hope and security.

Since 2012, compassionate supporters like you have raised more than $6.26 million through AVDA’s signature events. These funds have been critical in delivering our transformational services—strengthening families, safeguarding homes, and changing lives.

Every dollar you give makes a powerful difference. Be the key. Be the change.

69,000+

children and families have safer homes

28,000+

survivors received free legal services

59,500

youth attended healthy relationship programming

14,250

abusers received intervention counseling

BE THE LIGHT

Thank you for supporting AVDA families!

ALL AVDA OFFICES ARE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, JULY3.

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