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Friends Of The Southwest Family Advocacy Center

Friends of the Southwest Family Advocacy Center supports victims of abuse by providing essential services that promote safety, healing, and hope for children and families in need. They raise awareness and funds through community events like the Spirit of Strength Gala.

Spirit of Strength Gala This year&rsquo;s gala will bring together community leaders, partners, and supporters to celebrate strength, resilience, and the power of giving.&nbsp; Proceeds will directly benefit the Southwest Family Advocacy Center, enabling us to continue our mission of supporting families in crisis with critical care, advocacy, and resources. We would be honored to have your organization partner with us for this memorable evening!

2026 Spirit of Strength Gala

Drop your tickets in the vases for the items you would like to take home! Ticket Options1 Ticket &ndash; $55 Tickets &ndash; $2015 Tickets &ndash; $6050 Tickets &ndash; $200 (VIP Bundle)

Raffle Tickets

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Wigwam Getaway

Create a beautiful family heirloom with experience that will last a lifetime.&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">20&quot; Canvas with lavish artistry in a portrait session</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Reveal session with champagne and chocolates</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">&nbsp;(1) Night Stay at a 5 Star Beverly Hills Hotel (to be used with portrait experience)</li></ul>

VIP in Studio Experience

$1000 in product from ShelfGenie and a free in-home design consultation donated by Chris Panneton

ShelfGenie

Boat Ride Experience donated by the Maricopa County Sheriff&#39;s Office Enjoy this unique opportunity to enjoy time on the water with the MCSO and take a tour of the Mounted Stables

MCSO Boat Ride

Dinner for 8 at the Goodyear Fire House

Dinner for 8

Spring Training Basket

Spring Training Suite

Professional DJ &amp; MC Service for up to 4 hoursFull sound system and dance floor lightingAll pre-planning sessions included Note: &nbsp;Weddings would be an extra charge due to their complexity, but certificate can be redeemed for &nbsp;$800 off the wedding packages. Dates available would be based on our current availability calendar. &nbsp;&nbsp;<div dir="ltr" fr-original-style="font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> </div>Value is $800

DJ Experience

Flight to Sedona with a private dinner for two

Flight to Sedona

Estate Planning donated by Sarah Murillo.&nbsp; <ul fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Revocable Living Trust</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Pour Over Will</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Durable Financial Power of Atty</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Health Care and Mental Health Care Power of Atty</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Living Will</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Legacy Video</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">3 Year Reviews</li></ul>

Estate Planning

We are excited to share that the Southwest Family Advocacy Center&rsquo;s 2026 Spirit of Strength Gala is approaching, and we would be honored to invite you to partner with us as a sponsor for this impactful evening. The Spirit of Strength Gala brings together community leaders, advocates, and supporters to raise critical funds and awareness for the children and families served by SWFAC. Your sponsorship directly supports vital services that help victims of abuse find safety, healing, and hope. The evening will include meaningful networking, live music, food and drinks, a curated auction, and opportunities to connect with others who are passionate about making a difference. In addition to supporting an important mission, sponsors receive valuable recognition before, during, and after the event. We would love the opportunity to discuss sponsorship opportunities and find a level that aligns with your organization&rsquo;s goals and values. Thank you for considering supporting this special event and the families who depend on SWFAC&rsquo;s services.

Sponsorship Opportunities - Spirit of Strength Gala

The Center has ongoing needs throughout the year to support children and families during some of the most difficult times in their lives.&nbsp; The items listed below help provide comfort, care, and essential resources to those we serve.&nbsp; We invite you to make a donation, and the Friends Board will purchase items on your behalf, or you can support the Center directly by shopping from our Amazon Wish List:&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://a.co/04vPnzD5" id="isPasted" rel="noopener" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_new">https://a.co/04vPnzD5</a>. Wish List<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" id="isPasted" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Metallic markers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Illustration markers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Alcohol markers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Gel pens</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Fun colored pens</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Colored pencils</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Journals</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sketch pads</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Loom bracelet-making kit</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Bead bracelet making kit</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Diamond painting</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Craft kits</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Science kits</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Barbies</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Soccer balls</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Footballs</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Baseball and bat set</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Water bottles</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Blankets</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Squishmallows ( Hello Kitty, Bluey, Stitch, Disney characters)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Bluetooth speakers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$50 Fry&rsquo;s Gift Cards</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$50 QT Gift Cards</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">In-N-Out Meals (Gift Cards)</li></ul>Should you wish to purchase any of these items and have them shipped directly to the center here is the address: Southwest Family Advocacy CenterAvondale Police Department<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/2333+N+Pebble+Creek+Parkway,+Suite+A?entry=gmail&source=g" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">2333 N Pebble Creek Parkway, Suite A</a>-200Goodyear, Arizona 85395 Thank you for standing with families in our community and supporting resilience, healing, and hope through practical, focused care.

The Center has ongoing needs throughout the year to support children and families during some of the most difficult times in their lives. The items listed below help provide comfort, care, and essential resources to those we serve. We invite you to make a donation, and the Friends Board will purchase items on your behalf, or you can support the Center directly by shopping from our Amazon Wish List: https://a.co/04vPnzD5.Wish ListMetallic markersIllustration markersAlcohol markersGel pensFun colored pensColored pencilsJournalsSketch padsLoom bracelet-making kitBead bracelet making kitDiamond paintingCraft kitsScience kitsBarbiesSoccer ballsFootballsBaseball and bat setWater bottlesBlanketsSquishmallows ( Hello Kitty, Bluey, Stitch, Disney characters)Bluetooth speakers$50 Fry’s Gift Cards$50 QT Gift CardsIn-N-Out Meals (Gift Cards)Should you wish to purchase any of these items and have them shipped directly to the center here is the address:Southwest Family Advocacy CenterAvondale Police Department2333 N Pebble Creek Parkway, Suite A-200Goodyear, Arizona 85395Thank you for standing with families in our community and supporting resilience, healing, and hope through practical, focused care.