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Their Voices. Their Strength. Our Support
For nearly 30 years, Daya has been a lifeline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Houston, offering safety services, counseling, and empowerment programs that guide individuals through their journey of transformation. As we gather for this year’s fundraiser, your support is crucial to continuing the vital work that helps survivors rebuild their lives and embrace healing to create a future filled with hope and strength.
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Now, more than ever, we need your help—by supporting this fundraiser, you become a driving force in transforming lives. Together, we can make an immediate and lasting impact!​
Join us for a beautiful evening of connection, inspiration, and celebration as we come together to support survivor journeys. Enjoy a lively reception, followed by a moving program and dinner.
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Sunday, September 28, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – Registration & Reception | 6:30 PM – Program & Dinner
Location: Sugar Land Marriott | 16090 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Dress Code: Dressy Evening Attire​​​​
Can't attend but want to donate? Click the button below


Meet the Speakers
From executive producers Padma Lakshmi, Roxane Gay, Chase Joynt, Nava Mau, Debbie Millman, Alok Vaid-Menon, and Fawzia Mirza, and director Drew Denny, SURVIVOR MADE is a film for survivors, by survivors that flips the script on gender-based violence—from a narrative of pain to one of possibility.
Set in Los Angeles during the holiday season, this joyful, deeply human documentary follows six survivor-entrepreneurs as they defy the odds—building thriving businesses, raising their children, and lobbying for change in Washington D.C. They’re giving it their all to prove that investing in survivors saves lives.
Cozy, grounding, and heartfelt, SURVIVOR MADE premiered in November 2024 with a festive five-city tour—and its momentum hasn’t slowed since. The film is an Official Selection of the Women’s Voices Now and Miami Film Festivals, a Webby Awards Honoree, and was featured in the Impact Lounge at the Sundance Film Festival.
Join us for a night that reveals what’s possible—and the small acts making it real.

Client Story of Transformation
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Health Care Leader, Entrepreneur & Marathon Runner
We're honored to welcome a former Daya client who will share her inspiring story—one of courage, strength and reclaiming independence. Her story stands as a bold reminder of the strength, determination, and growth that can fuel a survivor’s path to freedom.
This inspiring survivor sought services from Daya in 2020. After calling our helpline, she was assisted with safety planning, case management, counseling and legal advocacy. Through her journey with Daya, she was able to find healing, empowerment and independence.
Stay tuned! In the coming weeks we will share more about her story. To have an opportunity to meet and hear from this dynamic survivor, attend this year's Gala.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorships are currently available. Payment & sponsorship details must be received on or before 9/12/25. Click below to reserve your Sponsorship package.
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If you have any questions related to sponsorship packages please contact us at development@dayahouston.org
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Individual Ticket & Table Sales
Tickets & Tables will be available for sale on June 16, 2025
Donations

Individuals are encouraged to make Gala donations:
To make check/Zelle payments or a gift from your IRA/Donor Advised Fund contact: development@dayahouston.org
Gala donations may also be made via credit card (please note that credit card transactions will incur a 3% fee)
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Daya, Inc. is a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The
Federal ID number is 76-0513273. Per IRS guidelines, payment by Donor Advised Funds (DAF) or
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) may not be applied to purchases, including goods and services, or
used to bifurcate payments.

Auction
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