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April 30th, 2026 At our 2026 Strong, Smart & Bold Gala, our community came together to raise $742,187 in support of girls across Alameda County—including $253,100 raised in the room, more than doubling the evening's $125,000 match. These funds represent expanded opportunities, stronger support systems, and brighter futures for the 1,600+ girls and young women we serve each year. Our CEO, Julayne Virgil, reminded us what it means to invest in girls not just in a moment, but ac

We are proud to announce this year’s 2026 Strong, Smart & Bold Gala Honorees—Ay’Anna Moody, Executive Director of the Golden State Community Foundation, and Jess Smith, President of the Golden State Valkyries—two extraordinary leaders whose work across philanthropy and professional sports is shaping opportunity for girls and young women across the Bay Area. Ay’Anna Moody has been a champion of Girls Inc. of Alameda County, helping strengthen the organization’s partnership wi