Act. Honor. Hope. 2026
It’s that time of year again! Join advocates and survivors across Virginia for the Action Alliance’s Act. Honor. Hope. Luncheon Celebration on Friday, December 4th, 2026, from 11:00 am-2:00 pm at the John Marshall Ballrooms located in the historic renovated Hotel John Marshall in Downtown Richmond.
Each year in December, the Action Alliance gathers our membership – made up of 70+ community-based sexual and domestic violence agencies (SDVAs), a statewide network of professional allies, and individual and lifetime contributors – to reflect on the past year of great organizing accomplishments, to show support for future bold visions, and to celebrate those who have been active in making the world a better place for ALL Virginians.
Meet This Year’s Honorees
This year, we’re celebrating four incredible honorees: two organizations and two individuals who’ve taken extraordinary action to defend democracy, empower survivors and their families, and pave pathways towards thriving and joyful futures for all Virginians.
Dawn Dalton (Executive Director), Micaela Demming (Policy Director), and the entire team in D.C. For their bold and decisive action to coordinate a multi-state litigation effort combatting attacks on federal grant programs for victim service providers.
Kathy Anderson (Executive Director) and the incredible team of advocates at Empowerhouse in Fredericksburg, VA. For their ongoing leadership elevating the needs of survivors in national and statewide policy, news and media, and connecting national litigation efforts to the lived experiences of survivors in Virginia communities.
Virginia State Senator Barbara Favola (40th District, Arlington Co.). For her ongoing and effective leadership to sponsor legislation, secure funding, and change systems on behalf of Virginia’s sexual and domestic violence advocates, survivors, and families.
Angela Blount, Associate Director Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance. For her powerful advocacy and generational impact on Virginia’s anti-violence movement – spanning multiple organizations, roles, and decades.
Ticketing
Tickets include a seated lunch, an open bar, access to the silent auction, and admission to the act. honor. hope. event recognizing our 2026 honorees.
Ticket Options:
- Individual Ticket: $80.00
- Half Table, 4 Tickets: $280.00 ($70.00 per person)
- Full Table, 8 Tickets: $500.00 ($62.50 per person)
We want every guest to be able to plan ahead with confidence, so here is what to expect at this venue.
The John Marshall Ballrooms are in a historic building, and step-free access to the ballroom level is by a single elevator. That elevator is reached via the side entrance in an alley rather than through the main lobby, and the route from the alley to the elevator passes by the building’s service and refuse area. It is a short walk, and Action Alliance staff will be stationed at the alley entrance beginning at 10:30 am to greet guests and guide you to the elevator.
If accessibility at this location is a barrier for you, please let us know. That feedback shapes where we hold this event in future years.
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Catalyst Sponsor
Pathfinder Sponsors
Sponsors play an active and vital role in supporting our collective mission to end violence and to build healthy, whole, and thriving communities across Virginia. As a sponsor, your company serves as a visible, public ally ensuring that frontline workers and movement minds are connected and supported in their work.
Catalyst Sponsor: $5,000 and above
- 2 minutes for remarks at the beginning of the event
- Logo/Name placement in the event’s virtual background
- Complimentary registration for 8 participants (full table) to attend the event
- Full page display of your name/organization and logo as a sponsor on all marketing materials, both printed and virtual (e.g. website, social media, during the event)
Pathfinder Sponsor: $1,000-$4,999
- An introduction at the beginning of the keynote as a Pathfinder sponsor
- Logo/Name placement in the event’s virtual background
- Complimentary registration for 4 participants (half table) to attend the event
- Half-page display of your name/organization and logo as a sponsor on all marketing materials, both printed and virtual (e.g. website, social media, during the event)
Sustainer Sponsor: $250-$999
- Complimentary registration for 2 participants to attend the event
- Prominent display of your organization/name and logo as a sponsor on all marketing materials, both printed and virtual (e.g. website, social media, during the event)
If you’re interested in becoming a 2026 Act. Honor. Hope. Luncheon Sponsor, click here to choose your sponsor level and checkout. If you’d like to discuss options or pay by check, please contact Jonathan Yglesias at jyglesias@vsdvalliance.org
Purchasing an ad in our event program is a great way to celebrate our 2026 honorees, promote your business, or to uplift an inspiring message for attendees, survivors, and advocates.
Ad sizes and prices
Full Program Size: 7″ × 8.5
- Full Page Portrait: 5″ wide × 8″ tall $100
- Half Page Horizontal: 5″ wide × 3.8″ tall $60
Want to buy a program ad? Here’s how you can get started:
Purchase your ad by clicking here. Follow the prompts on your screen to complete payment ($60 for ½ page and $100 for full page) and write “ad purchase” in the notes during checkout.
Once your purchase is complete, we will follow up with you to begin the process of designing your ad! Please note that the artwork deadline for all ads is November 6th, 2026.