DAWN - Domestic Abuse Women's Network

Johnny Rockets - 20% of Sales
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-23, 2025-10-13 - 2025-10-19 | Johnny Rockets Kent, 418 Ramsay Way, Kent, WA, 98032, United States
20% of sales from self-identifying Dawn supporters the third week of the month from October through March 2026

Seattle Thunderbirds Fundraiser Game
2025-11-14 19:05 (America/Los_Angeles) | ShoWare Center, 625 W James St, Kent, WA, 98032, United States
Do good and have fun! Join DAWN friends at the ShoWare Center as the Seattle Thunderbirds take on the Prince Albert Raiders. Your ticket purchase directly benefits survivors and helps prevent domestic violence in our community.
Buy your tickets for the 11/14 Game. 7:05 start time
-Tickets on sale $32 (normally $41.95)
-$10 of each ticket benefits DAWN.
Tickets may be purchased from participating Kent Station businesses, at Kent Station’s Office, and at DAWN.
Link to purchase: https://bit.ly/dawnthunderbird

Thank You/Reception Drawing for the Maui Trip
2025-11-06 10:00 - 11:00 | DAWN, 221 W Gowe Street, Kent, WA, 98035, United States
Thank you/Reception Drawing for the Maui Trip (The Cliffs and two tickets on Alaska Airlines) from the In Her Shoes™ interactive activity
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dawn-purple-light-nights-wrap-party-reception-tickets-1824625837999

DAWN Tour
2025-10-28 17:00 - 18:00 | DAWN, 221 W Gowe Street, Kent, WA, 98035, United States
A Vision for Peace and Safety is a free 1-hour interactive tour and presentation where you will learn how to help families and individuals facing domestic violence to move from danger to safety and thrive. Light refreshments & beverages served.
Make a reservation: Call 206-469-9510 or email development@dawnrising.org
Location: DAWN Center for Peaceful Communities 221 W. Gowe Street, Kent, WA 98032
Additional Upcoming Dates
Nov 20, 5pm
Dec 11, 10am
Jan 27, 5pm

This Is Us, Art Against Silence Survivor Art Show
2025-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Good Vibes Only Barbershop, 3700 Northeast 4th Street, Renton, WA, 98056, United States
Come celebrate the resiliency of SURVIVORS and ADVOCATES who have found art to be a healing force in their journey.
Proceeds will benefit DAWN’s Programs.
Refreshments served.
https://dawn.networkforgood.com/projects/23618-dawn-daily-donations-program

Art Reception Capital Hill
2025-10-09 17:00 - 20:00 | Vermillion Art Gallery & Bar, 1508 11th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
Art Reception Capital Hill, Vermillion Art Gallery & Bar
1508 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

City of Renton Mayoral Proclamation for DV Awareness Month
2025-10-06 19:00 - 19:30 | Renton City Hall, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA, 98057, United States
The Renton Solidarity Walk will conclude at City Hall with refreshments and a proclamation by Mayor Armondo Pavone, for DV Awareness Month at Renton City Hall, 7pm

Renton Purple Light Nights Solidarity Walk
2025-10-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Clock Tower, S. 3 St. Burnett Ave S, Renton, WA, 98057, United States
A Walk in Her Steps Solidarity Walk from the Clock Tower at S. 3 St. Burnett Ave S. to Renton City Hall. Refreshments will be served to walkers at a City Council Conference Room, prior to City of Renton Mayoral Proclamation for DV Awareness Month.
Members of the Seahawks’ Blue Thunder Drum Line and Seahawks Dancers are stepping up at on October 6, 2025 to participate in A Walk in Her Steps Solidarity Walk, presented by DAWN (Domestic Abuse Women’s Network) with support from Renton Downtown Partnership, Renton Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Renton. The event starts at 4:30 PM with a rally and check in at the Clock Tower at S. 3 St. Burnett Ave S., brief remarks at 5:30 PM by DAWN Executive Director, Gina Finley, with the walk immediately following through Renton downtown on a route marked by purple Survivor Silhouettes, signage and purple lights, thanks to the support of local businesses. QR codes on the silhouettes, which will be hosted through the month of October by Renton businesses, lead to true stories from the journeys of real DV survivors (names changed to protect anonymity). The walk will end at Renton City Hall where Smoking Monkey Pizza sponsors refreshments and the City of Renton and DAWN offer nonalcoholic beverages to walkers at a City Council Conference Room, followed by a City of Renton Mayoral Proclamation for DV Awareness Month at the City Council Meeting which begins at 7 AM.
“The Seahawks are proud to support DAWN and the Purple Light Nights events to come together as a community and raise awareness through the power of our collective voices,” said Mario Bailey, Seahawks Vice President of Community Engagement and Legends.
“All of us at DAWN mourn with the entire Renton community the loss of three neighbors who recently lost their lived in a domestic violence incident,” said Gina Finley, Executive Director of DAWN. “We come together during Purple Light Nights® events to increase awareness and help communities learn to reduce the frequency of such tragedies.”

We Are the Ones We’ve Been Waiting For
2025-10-02 - 2025-10-31 | Vermillion Art Gallery & Bar, 1508 11th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
We Are the Ones We’ve Been Waiting For
Join the Seattle Women’s Commission for We Are The Ones We’ve Been Waiting For, a community art show honoring survivors of domestic violence, uplifting artists, and building a safer, more resilient Seattle together. The exhibition will open with an artist reception on October 2, and everyone is welcome to attend. The art will remain on display at Vermillion Art Gallery through October.
Opening night reception: October 2, 2025 from 5:00–8:00 PM
Capitol Hill Art Walk showcase: October 9, 2025 from 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Vermillion Art Gallery & Bar, 1508 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Admission: Free and open to all. Accessible venue.
Seattle Women’s Commission to Host Community Art Show Spotlighting Healing and Resilience for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Exhibition Opens October 2 in Capitol Hill
SEATTLE (September 24, 2025)—The Seattle Women’s Commission (SWC) invites the public to experience We Are the Ones We’ve Been Waiting For, a moving community art show in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Opening October 2, and featured during the Capitol Hill Art Walk on October 9, the exhibition creates space for healing, reflection, and solidarity through the power of art.
“For me, this show is about resilience, courage, and community. It’s about saying: we see you, we believe you, and we are in this together. My hope is that visitors leave feeling a sense of connection, hope, and possibility,” said Talley Mills, Gender-Based Violence Co-Chair of the Seattle Women’s Commission.
According to the World Health Organization, domestic violence continues to impact one in three women across the United States. The Seattle Women’s Commission prioritizes elevating survivor voices, advocating for safety and justice, and supporting opportunities for healing. This art show is part of that ongoing commitment—centering creativity, connection, and collective care.
The exhibition features local and immigrant artists whose work explores survival, resilience, and hope across a range of mediums, from painting and photography to mixed media. By spotlighting artists with lived experience, the show amplifies stories too often left unheard. Participating artists include:

Audineh Asaf
Crystal Barbre
Kierstan Craft
Jamie Curtismith
Jenny Danger
Girlspit
Jennifer Leigh Harrison
Jody Joldersma
Holly Ballard Martz
Shab Ottaviani
Kattypak
Samaneh Sarchami
Lynn Schirmer

“Survivors find power by coming together in support groups where they may engage in art as they rebuild their lives. In doing so, they strengthen their voices and help create safety in our communities. The team at Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN) is very grateful for the Seattle Women’s Commission’s partnership through this event as we work to support, empower, and shelter survivors of domestic abuse across King County,” said Gina Finley, Executive Director of DAWN.
“Partnerships like this expand the conversation beyond a single community,” added Naseem Ghazanfari, Co-Founder of the Iranian Women’s Institute for Life and Liberty (I-WILL) and member of the Seattle Women’s Commission. “Together, we honor survival and resilience across cultures and remind our city that gender-based violence and gender apartheid are global struggles that require collective healing and solidarity.”
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.

DAWN Tour
2025-10-01 16:30 - 17:45 | DAWN, 221 W Gowe Street, Kent, WA, 98035, United States
Rescheduled from Sept 23rd!
A Vision for Peace and Safety is a free 1-hour interactive tour and presentation where you will learn how to help families and individuals facing domestic violence to move from danger to safety and thrive. Light refreshments & beverages served.
Make a reservation: Call 206-469-9510 or email development@dawnrising.org
Location: DAWN Center for Peaceful Communities 221 W. Gowe Street, Kent, WA 98032
Additional Upcoming Dates
Oct 1, 4:30pm
Oct 28, 5pm
Nov 20, 5pm
Dec 11, 10am
Jan 27, 5pm

Covington Purple Light Nights Walk and Tree Lighting
2025-09-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Fred Meyer, 16735 SE 272nd, Covington, WA, 98042, United States
Gather with neighbors for a 1.5-mile solidarity walk, followed by the community tree lighting. Bring your purple lights and walk beside survivors.
We hope you will join us on September 27th in the Fred Meyer parking lot next to the Don Henning Round-a-bout fo Covington’s annual Purple Light Nights Kickoff Event! A 2k Walk starts at 6pm, followed by the Community Tree Lighting at 7:30pm.

Kent A Walk In Her Steps 1k
2025-09-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Green River College Kent Campus, 417 Ramsay Way #112, Kent, WA, 98032, United States
Join us for a walk from Kent Station to DAWN (221 W Gowe Street) and back. A community event standing with Survivors of Domestic Violence.
Sponsored in part by Kent Station and Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
We will walk in solidarity from the Plaza to DAWN where Kent City Council President, Satwinder Kaur, Kent Chief of Police Rafael Padilla, DAWN’s Executive Director Gina Finley will share briefly.
Refreshments served at DAWN.
Bring your best Purple Lighted BLING and walk with and for survivors.
A Walk in Her Shoes 1k info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-walk-in-her-steps-1k-tickets-1578986133029
Reception Link: details.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/purple-light-nights-reception-shine-a-light-save-a-life-tickets-1482072311179

Kent Purple Light Nights Reception Kick Off and Walk
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Green River College Kent Campus, 417 Ramsay Way #112, Kent, WA, 98032, United States
Be part of the kickoff! Join us for a reception with community leaders (Free, but only 19 spots left—register soon), then walk in solidarity at our “A Walk in Her Steps” 1K.
Reception Link: details.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/purple-light-nights-reception-shine-a-light-save-a-life-tickets-1482072311179
A Walk in Her Shoes 1k info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-walk-in-her-steps-1k-tickets-1578986133029

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation
2025-09-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Covington City Hall in Council Chambers, 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100, Covington, WA, 98042, United States
Stand with us as the City of Covington officially proclaims October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Your presence shows survivors they’re not alone.
9/23/25 Council Meeting: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation
The city council meeting will be held on Tuesday, 9/23 at 7:00pm at Covington City Hall in Council Chambers (16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100, Covington, WA 98042).
Proclamations will be under the public communication section of the meeting agenda which is towards the beginning of the meeting.

Donor Advised Fun (DAF) Workshop
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Orion Learning Center, 1590 A Street NE, Auburn, WA, 98002, United States
Smart Giving Workshop
Understanding Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
Turn your charitable dollars into lasting impact by learning smarter giving strategies, maximizing tax benefits, and connecting with like-minded philanthropists.
Please RSVP – FREE EVENT

All Staff Retreat
2025-09-10 | DAWN, 221 W Gowe Street, Kent, WA, 98035, United States
All Staff Retreat (annual team building and fun with TEAM DAWN)
Office Closed 9/10/2025

DAWN Board of Directors meeting
2025-08-28 17:30 - 19:00 | DAWN, 221 W Gowe Street, Kent, WA, 98035, United States
4th Thursday every month, DAWN Board of Directors meeting 5:30 – 7:00

DAWN Tour
2025-08-26 17:00 - 18:00 | DAWN, 221 W Gowe Street, Kent, WA, 98035, United States
A Vision for Peace and Safety is a free 1-hour interactive tour and presentation where you will learn how to help families and individuals facing domestic violence to move from danger to safety and thrive. Light refreshments & beverages served.
Make a reservation: Call 206-469-9510 or email development@dawnrising.org
Location: DAWN Center for Peaceful Communities 221 W. Gowe Street, Kent, WA 98032
Additional Upcoming Dates
Sept 23, 5pm
Oct 28, 5pm
Nov 20, 5pm
Dec 11, 10am
Jan 27, 5pm
