Lumina Alliance Receives Generous $75,000 Donation from Dignity Health Central Coast to Support Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

SAN LUIS OBISPO — Lumina Alliance, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering those impacted by sexual assault and intimate partner violence, is thrilled to announce a generous unrestricted donation of $75,000 from Dignity Health Central Coast. This gift will help further the organization’s mission to provide prevention education programs and critical services, including advocacy , therapy , emergency shelter , and legal support for survivors in San Luis Obispo County.

Dignity Health Central Coast’s donation is a testament to their commitment to supporting the local community and addressing the complex and far-reaching impact of domestic violence and sexual assault. Dignity Health’s mission includes efforts to improve the health and well-being of vulnerable and underserved populations in the communities that they serve. This includes supporting and advocating for those who are marginalized and partnering with other local organizations to improve the quality of life for those who are disadvantaged. Lumina Alliance’s work aligns with broader public health initiatives, emphasizing the importance of early intervention, holistic support, and trauma-informed care to ensure survivors’ healing and long-term well-being.

“We are incredibly grateful for this generous donation from Dignity Health Central Coast,” said Jennifer Adams, CEO of Lumina Alliance. “This contribution will allow us to continue to provide critical support to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. These are not just social issues—they are public health concerns, and with partners like Dignity Health Central Coast, we are able to make meaningful progress in addressing these issues and supporting survivors on their path to healing.” This unrestricted gift allows Lumina Alliance to address the most urgent needs of survivors while enhancing its capacity to provide comprehensive, survivor-centered services. Dignity Health Central Coast’s partnership illuminates hope and healing, empowering survivors as they move forward into a new future.

For more information about Lumina Alliance and its programs, or to learn how to get involved, visit LuminaAllinance.org or contact April Cole, Director of Communications, at acole@luminaalliance.org

About Lumina Alliance

Lumina Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that empowers those impacted by sexual and intimate partner violence through advocacy , healing, and prevention programs. The organization’s mission is to provide support for survivors through a range of services, including a 24-hour crisis line, therapy for adults and children, legal services, emergency shelter , transitional housing, and prevention education. Lumina Alliance believes in creating a safe, thriving, and equitable community where every survivor has access to the resources they need to heal and rebuild their lives.