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Get ready for a night to remember at WAVI’s Annual Beach Ball Gala!

This exciting event is essential in supporting WAVI’s 24-hour emergency safe shelter and enabling us to continue providing life-changing case management and support services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and intimate partner stalking across the Black Hills region.

Join us in your best tropical attire for a fabulous evening filled with laughter, great company, and unforgettable memories. The night kicks off with cocktails at 6 pm, followed by a delicious dinner at 7 pm, plus our highly anticipated auction and a fun dessert dash. This event is always a sell-out, so don’t wait to get your tickets! Sponsorship Packages are available for our dedicated community partners.

Mark your calendars: Friday, April 11th, 2025, at the DoubleTree Hotel in Rapid City, SD.

Meal options include: Beef Wellington, Pecan Crusted Walleye, and Portabella Mushroom Ravioli

Bid on incredible auction items like spa packages, jewelry, and collectibles. Race for those mouthwatering desserts and try your luck in the wine pull! Ladies, don’t miss your chance to win a stunning Michael Kors purse and wallet, complete with a $200 Longevity Aesthetics gift certificate and a 60-minute massage at The Nook. Gentlemen, grab your raffle tickets for a chance to win an exclusive cigar set with a limited-edition Metallica package. Plus, everyone will have the chance to score amazing vacation packages at unbelievable prices—while supporting WAVI’s mission to provide safe futures for survivors.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, WAVI helped 2,752 survivors in 2024 by providing 35,665 resources and services, all at no cost, to empower them to rebuild safe, successful futures for themselves and their children.