by Melissa Caine-Huckabay | Jan 28, 2026 | Advocacy
We STAND! in solidarity with the greater LA area, the Twin Cities, and all communities facing horrific acts of violence, force, unlawful detention, and occupation at the hands of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers. We condemn the killings of Alex...
by Melissa Caine-Huckabay | Dec 15, 2025 | News
On November 26, STAND!’s CEO Rhonda James announced her intention to retire from STAND! in June 2026, “Working at STAND! and especially working alongside staff and volunteers, the heart and soul of the agency, has been a joy. Thank you for these challenging and...
by Cindy Goga | Nov 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Gift cards make a lasting impact!Gift cards are the preferred way to support our clients and their families this holiday season.Grocery gift cards are especially helpful—they’re shelf-stable, never spoil, and allow families to prepare the meals they love, using...
by Cindy Goga | Jul 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
July marks Disability Pride Month, a time to honor the history, achievements, and vibrant contributions of people with disabilities. At STAND!, we believe every individual brings unique strengths and perspectives—and that together, we can build a more inclusive world....
by Cindy Goga | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Happy Pride! In the midst of uncertainty and adversity, joy is an act of resistance. We join with others around the world as we unapologetically celebrate queer joy, love, friends, families, and community. Now, more than ever, Pride is also a time for allies to speak...
by Cindy Goga | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Life moves at a rapid pace and it’s not always easy to navigate. Multiple things compete for our attention and our time. These pressures can take a toll on our mental health and well-being. As the world gets more complicated so can our lives. It helps to talk...
by Cindy Goga | Jul 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) 34.9 % of California women and 31.1% of California men experience intimate partner physical violence, intimate partner sexual violence and/or intimate partner stalking in their lifetimes. Sexual...
by Cindy Goga | Apr 9, 2025 | Advocacy
Job cuts at the Department of Health and Human Services will endanger victims and survivors and threaten decades of a successful public health response to domestic violence and sexual assault. As part of these cuts, the Program Branch of the CDC Division of Violence...
by Melissa Caine-Huckabay | May 6, 2024 | News
Yesterday in Sacramento, STAND! joined with 200+ organizations from across California to rally in defense of survivors. Wondering how you can help? Call or text your local assemblymembers and ask them to sign the budget request letter to ensure that $200M in funding...
by Melissa Caine-Huckabay | Dec 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
For many years, local business owner Joseph has sponsored a holiday toy drive and meal for the families living in our shelter. When we asked why this was important, he shared what STAND! has meant to him and his family. Joseph grew up in a tense and violent home and...
