SAN LUIS OBISPO — Lumina Nights: Dancing with Our Stars has already raised over $122,000 for Lumina Alliance—and the competition is just heating up. As the three-night event kicks off tonight at the Pavilion on the Lake in Atascadero, guests will continue “voting” for their favorite dancers by donating—each dollar a vote of support for local survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence.
Local stars have been hard at work fundraising, with County Supervisor Heather Moreno leading at nearly $35,000, followed by Rob Garcia of Corvus Wealth Advisors with $32,000, and Mary Verdin of Verdin Marketing at $24,000. Fellow dancers Eric Yun (Community West Bank), LeBren Harris (Downtown SLO), and Jennifer Idler (Idler’s Home) are also lighting up the stage with passion and purpose.
“This powerful show of support tells survivors they are not alone,” said Jennifer Adams, CEO of Lumina Alliance. “While funding for our life-saving services is being cut, this event is a resounding statement that our community cares deeply about this work—and we are so grateful.”
Each evening features live performances, dnner, drinks, and celebration—all centered on this year’s theme: Transformation. It’s a tribute to the healing journey and a powerful reminder that when a community comes together, change is possible.
To learn more, vote for your favorite dancer, or support the cause, visitLuminaNights.org.
About Lumina Alliance
Lumina Alliance is a nonprofit that empowers those impacted by sexual assault and intimate partner violence through advocacy, healing, and prevention programs. For over 40 years, Lumina has been a beacon of support in San Luis Obispo County, providing essential services to help survivors reclaim their lives and thrive. For more information visit LuminaAlliance.org
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