18th Annual Celebrating Mothers Luncheon Honors Recovery, Resilience, and Family
Center: - Dr. Melinda Lawlor Skrade (President), Sister Francis Meyer, D.O.C(Main Office Assistant) and the wonderful staff of Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
On Tuesday, May 6th, the Epiphany Center community gathered at the beautiful St. Francis Yacht Club for the 18th Annual Celebrating Mothers Luncheon—an inspiring afternoon honoring the women who shape our lives while raising critical funds to support women and children in recovery.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the San Francisco Bay, the luncheon brought together supporters, volunteers, sponsors, and friends to celebrate the strength of mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, and caregivers while uplifting families on their journey toward healing and stability.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of attendees, sponsors, donors, and community partners, this year’s luncheon raised more than $110,000 in support of Epiphany Center’s programs serving vulnerable women and children. A portion of these proceeds will directly support our current Fund-A-Need initiative: the restoration and renewal of Epiphany’s Step-Down Transitional Housing (learn more). This essential program creates safe, stable spaces where women and children can rebuild their lives and continue their recovery journeys.
EVENT PHOTOS
Photos by Scott Wall Photography
Guests enjoyed a champagne reception, gourmet lunch, orchid garden sale, and online silent auction, all in support of Epiphany Center’s mission to help women recover, reunify with their children, and build healthy futures for their families.
The event also highlighted the incredible resilience of the women served by Epiphany Center each year. With the support of our community, Epiphany continues to provide essential services for more than 375 vulnerable families annually, helping women heal, strengthen family bonds, and create lasting change for future generations.
One of the most moving moments of the afternoon was a powerful testimonial shared by an Epiphany graduate, who courageously spoke about her journey through childhood trauma, addiction, recovery, motherhood, and ultimately transformation. Her story was a moving reminder of the life-changing impact of compassionate support, community, and opportunity. You can read excerpts from her inspiring remarks here.
From left: Dr. Linda Perez (Clinical Director), Summer (Epiphany Graduate), and Melissa Belbahri (Nurse Practitioner)
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Luncheon Chairs Nan Bouton and Brenda Maclean for their leadership, dedication, and thoughtful planning in making this year’s event such a meaningful success. We’re also incredibly grateful to Matt Callahan, who once again energized the room during the Fund-A-Need appeal, inspiring many to raise their hands—and their hearts—in support.
Party Co-Chairs, Brenda Maclaen and Nan Bouton.
We are also deeply grateful to our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and members of the Epiphany League whose generosity makes this work possible. Your support ensures Epiphany Center can continue its 175-year mission of ensuring vulnerable women and children receive the care, resources, and community they need to heal and thrive. From all of us at Epiphany Center, thank you for celebrating the power of recovery, the strength of mothers, and the hope of new beginnings.
Thank You To our Sponsors
Alice Phelan Sullivan Corporation
Marcy Ballard
Nan Bouton
Laurie Mettier Hills
Alyce Kelley
Brenda MacLean
Adrienne Mansi
Nancy Moyle
Adrienne Murphy
Joanne Murphy
LaVerne Reiterman
Kathryn Ringgold
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Yvonne & Angela Sangiacomo Family Foundation
Dr. Amy Yang
Thank You To Our
Auction Donors & Contributors
Balletto Vineyards
Kathleen Barnett
Jeanne & William Barulich
Beksan Designs
Nan Bouton
Bright Star Pilates
Randi Slaughter-Broussal
Clif Family Winery
Cline Family Cellars
Christine Cronin
Aileen Crowl
Dance Arts Ballroom & Fitness Studio
Jane Foster
In-N-Out Burger
International Orange
Mary Ghisolfo
Mary Gorski
Reverend John Gribowich
Harrington Group CPAs
Harris' Restaurant
Joan Herron
Jacuzzi Family Vineyards
Joshua Ets-Hokin Photography
Carole & Martin Kilgariff
Debbie & Chris Lammers
Virginia Lammers
Susie Mariam
Nancy Moyle
Marin Theatre
California Railroad Museum
Napa Valley Bike Tours
Mary Oldham
Pat Proses
Tina Slankas
Sonoma Zipline Adventures
Schumacher Photography
Alice Caldwell Steele
Sister Francis Sullivan, D.C.
Tiburon Tavern
LaVerne Reiterman
Mary Rhoades
SKIPPED TO THE BOTTOM?
Didn’t make it to our 2025 Celebrating Mothers Luncheon? You can view the event photos and support Epiphany Center by donating to our 2025 Fund-A-Need via the below links.