The Alianza 5K: Cider Donut Dash is a community run/walk taking place on Saturday, September 26, at 10:00 a.m. at Ashley Reservoir in Holyoke, MA. This event brings our community together to raise awareness, support survivors of domestic violence, and help build a future where everyone can live free from violence.

Whether you run the 5K, join the fun walk, or bring the whole family to cheer on participants, there’s a place for everyone at the start line (and yes, plenty of donuts waiting at the finish).

Held just ahead of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Cider Donut Dash shines a light on the vital work Alianza does every day to support survivors, strengthen families, and create safer communities throughout our region. This is more than just a race, you are helping build a future free from domestic violence.

Alianza means alliance. We stand together with survivors of domestic violence.

We Listen. We Believe. We Support. This is what we do. This is who we are.

We empower survivors of domestic violence to stay safe and achieve greater independence.

We do this by helping with logistics such as safe housing, food, clothing, medical support, court orders, legal help, therapy, and childcare — practical things survivors need to flourish.

But we also provide things that aren’t as visible. We provide emotional support, empathy, and the space for survivors to tell their story.

No matter how a survivor finds us or where they are in the cycle of abuse, our number one goal is to make sure each survivor is believed and supported. And, all of our services are confidential, free, and available in English, Spanish and Russian. 

HOTLINE: 413.536.1628