SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
Thank You SW Washington!
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Our Biggest Celebration of the Year
We did it. We sold out on Saturday, March 21, 2026 for Shine. YWCA Clark County, hosted a transformative evening celebrating the resilience of local survivors.
At Shine, we gather to honor the incredible journeys individuals have faced and emerged from. YWCA Clark County (and our supporters) walk alongside survivors during their darkest moments to embrace a life filled with independence and strength. It isn’t just an event; it is a powerful opportunity for community members, donors, supporters, and volunteers to rise together to support YWCA Clark County.
Over 450+ Attendees
Inspiring Speakers
Community Support
Your attendance helps create a safer, stronger community
Community Partners
Our sponsors make Shine possible.
Presenting Sponsor
Davidson & Associates Insurance
Bronze Sponsors↘
Clark College, Novolex, Heritage Bank, OnPoint Community Credit Union, PeaceHealth Medical Center, Riverview Bank, TRD Enterprises, Bank of the Pacific, Clark County Public Health, US Bank, CFM Advocates & Vancouver Housing Authority.
In-Kind Sponsors
Shine 2026 Image Gallery
By Naim Hasan Photography
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The Shine Gala 2026 Agenda
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Social / Cocktail Hour
Doors open at 5 pm at ilani for Shine. This reception period features multiple cocktail bars with specialty craft cocktails, a photobooth, and 360 video motion capture station. There is plenty of time to connect with friends and meet new ones. We’re known for setting a space that fosters creativity and connection.
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Dynamic Speakers
The Shine Gala features inspiring stories and videos directly from program participants of our SafeChoice Domestic Violence Shelter. Leaders from our Board of Directors and community stakeholders grace the stage all to support YWCA Clark County.
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Opportunity to Support
Shine is our annual fundraising gala, with many opportunities to invest in YWCA Clark County. This event features a big-ticket raffle item from Lowes, live auction, paddle raises, and other opportunities to directly support programs like Y’s Care Therapeutic Preschool, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault programs, and Prevention programming that aims to stop violence before it starts.
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After Party
Once the Shine program is complete we invite attendees to enjoy DJ Avelanche at the Shine After Party. Meet us on the dance floor, grab a drink and close out the night with new friends.
Get involved, Make an Impact
SHINE is about the important, life-saving work taking place everyday at YWCA Clark County
Liliana endured years of fear, isolation, and threats against her life, control over her behaviors, and isolation from family. She tried leaving this man several times before, but he found her in three different states. Liliana risked ending up in the hospital or homeless with her baby girl if she left. She connected with YWCA Clark County, utilized support, legal advocacy, a temporary shelter stay, and exited into safe housing.
— SafeChoice
Lauren was in crisis when she arrived at the hospital to get a kit done. Her nurse called YWCA Clark County to have a sexual assault advocate be with Lauren during this invasive procedure. Though the kit was still difficult, Lauren felt more calm and respected with the advocate there. This was just the beginning of Lauren’s healing journey but now she had the support and resources to follow her own path.
— Sexual Assault
Through our Prevention Program, 14-year-old Logan and his peers learned to hold each other accountable, transforming their behavior and understanding of respect. Logan even shared how he discussed consent with his girlfriend before a kiss, a powerful step toward building safer relationships.