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The Real Superheroes of Safe Harbor Gala coming September 19th 2026

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Premier Event on the Northshore

The Real Superheroes of Safe Harbor Gala is one of the Northshore’s premier annual events. Now in its 14th year, the gala honors a remarkable group of community members who exemplify what it means to be real superheroes through their dedication to ending domestic violence.

Admission includes live music by Four Unplugged, a catered dinner, an open bar, dancing, performances by the Bionic Babes, the Lacombe Crabby Daddies and picture opportunities with the Pussyfooters, and other surprises. There will also be a silent auction, a live auction and an opportunity to mingle and dance with guests at a superhero-themed party.

Cocktail attire is requested, and superhero costumes are always welcome!

Donna Bach

Donna Bach is a local entrepreneur, community leader, and dedicated volunteer who has called Slidell home for more than 25 years. She is the co-owner of Pizza Platoon and Pizza Platoon Convoy and is currently expanding the business with a new Pizza Platoon location in Mandeville. Through her businesses, Donna is committed to creating places where families gather, friendships grow, and communities connect. A devoted wife, mother, and proud Nonna, Donna believes that true leadership is measured by service to others. She earned a degree in Social Work, a foundation that reflects her passion for helping people and strengthening the Northshore through civic involvement, nonprofit leadership, and volunteerism. Donna served as President of the Rotary Club of Slidell for the 2025–2026 Rotary year, leading under Rotary’s guiding principle of “Service Above Self.” She currently serves as Vice President of the Leadership Northshore Board of Trustees, Vice President of the STARC Board of Directors, and as a board member of the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce, where she was honored as the 2024 Member of the Year. She is also a member of the Leadership Northshore Alumni Association, a founding member of KIDS St. Tammany, and an active member of Steel Mimosas. Whether mentoring future leaders, supporting local nonprofits, championing small businesses, or volunteering throughout the community, Donna is dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact across St. Tammany Parish. She believes the strongest communities are built through collaboration, compassion, and a willingness to serve.

Amanda Gritten

Amanda Gritten is an Assistant District Attorney for St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. As the daughter of an attorney and a police officer, she knew whatever career path she chose would be a field where she would impact people’s lives. She graduated from Louisiana State University in 2016 and immediately enrolled in Loyola law school and graduated with honors in 2019. While completing her undergraduate degree, Amanda accepted an internship with the 22nd District Attorney’s Office, fell in love with the work and never left.  Throughout her career as an Assistant District Attorney, Amanda has developed a passion for prosecuting cases involving domestic violence and sexual abuse. Amanda’s passion lies not just in prosecuting these cases but also building relationships with victims, being the voice for vulnerable people in our community that would otherwise go voiceless, and making sure victims of these types of crimes know there is someone in their corner willing to fight for them.  Amanda has been married for almost ten years, and has two beautiful children, Grace (6) and Kate (4), who she loves to spend her off time with.

David Holloway

A resident of the Northshore for 37 years. A Covington High and Southeastern Grad. David has been a successful Northshore Realtor since 2003 and business owner since 2010. Currently the owner and managing broker of Smith & Core Real Estate and Backstreet Storage in Folsom. David believes community involvement is paramount to having a functional society. He was the 2013 president of the Northshore Board of Realtors and Realtor of the year that year. He currently serves on the board of directors for the following organizations. The New Orleans Metro Assc. Of Realtors, The Covington Rotary Club, and ACCESS, a local nonprofit that provides grants to children and families of children with disabilities on the Northshore. He attends Northshore Bible church in Covington. On his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, two sons, Travis and Eli. His hobbies include hiking, mountaineering, exercising, and cheering for our local sports teams.

Jeanell Landwehr

Jeanell Landwehr, Jury Coordinator of the 22nd Judicial District Court, has served St. Tammany Parish for the last 64 years with no signs of stopping. Mrs. Landwehr previously served as the St. Tammany Parish Clerk of Court for 36 years. After a one-year hiatus, she returned to the 22nd JDC in her current position, which she has held for the last 27 years.  In honor of her dedication to public service, Parish President Mike Cooper and 22nd JDC Judge Scott Gardner proclaimed June 26, 2026, as the first-ever Jeanell Raiford Landwehr Appreciation Day.  Her commitment to her work has allowed Mrs. Landwehr to form meaningful relationships with countless members of St. Tammany Parish and with the community as a whole—making her an excellent Superhero of Safe Harbor candidate.

Dr. Joel Berry

Dr. T. Joel Berry has been giving back to the St Tammany community since 2015. As an interventional pain physician with Paradigm Health System, he cares for patients throughout Mandeville and Slidell with one guiding principle: every person deserves to be heard, respected, and given hope. Known by his patients for taking the time to truly listen, Dr. Berry believes medicine is about more than treating pain, it’s about restoring quality of life, dignity, and the ability to return to the moments that matter most. His compassion, integrity, and unwavering commitment to helping others have earned the trust of countless families across the Northshore. Outside the clinic, Dr. Berry is passionate about giving back to the community he proudly calls home. He is honored to support Safe Harbor and its mission to provide safety, healing, and hope for survivors of domestic violence and abuse. Every dollar raised helps ensure that those facing unimaginable circumstances have access to the protection and resources they need to begin again. For Dr. Berry, being a hero isn’t about recognition, it’s about showing up, serving others with compassion, and making a meaningful difference one person at a time.

Reagan Charleston Thomas

Reagan Charleston Thomas is an attorney at Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, where she represents survivors in cases involving sexual abuse, digital harm, and other complex litigation nationwide. A longtime advocate for victims and survivors, Reagan serves on the Advisory Board of the National Crime Victims Bar Association and will serve as the Chair of the National Center for Victims of Crime annual fundraising gala for the second year. She has also spent over a decade on the Board of Sideline Pass, mentoring young women, and was named to the 2025 and 2026 Lawdragon 500 X — The Next Generation list for her leadership in advocacy work. Reagan is honored to serve as a Safe Harbor Super Hero in support of survivors of domestic violence.

Richard Ducote

Nationally known attorney Richard Ducote is one of St. Tammany's very own leaders in advocacy for vulnerable adults and children. Since 1978, Mr. Ducote has spent his entire career advancing child welfare and domestic violence laws and procedures and advocating for survivors of child abuse and domestic violence. He regularly handles complex custody and protective order matters, consults on and drafts child protection statutes, while advising and training lawyers, judges, legislators, physicians, mental health professionals, and the community at large on complex family law issues involving abuse nationwide. He has represented or impacted thousands of vulnerable children across 46 states over the course of his career. While we cannot possibly list the entirety of Mr. Ducote's advocacy work and accomplishments here, we would like to highlight his drafting of the Louisiana Post-Separation Family Violence Relief Act (“PSFVRA”) (La. R.S. 9:361-369), the first state law in the country to bar abusive parents from obtaining custody and to, instead, require them to pay all costs and attorney’s fees for the innocent parents. Mr. Ducote's lifetime dedication to the defense and service of those in most need is why he has been nominated as a Real Superhero of Safe Harbor.

Christian Monson

Christian Monson has dedicated his 25-year career in education to the St. Tammany Parish Public School System, serving as a teacher, coach, school leader, and district administrator. He currently serves as Principal of Mandeville High School, where his leadership is centered on student success, academic excellence, and strong relationships. A graduate of McNeese State University, Christian attended on a football scholarship and was a three-time Academic All-Conference selection. His commitment to excellence has continued throughout his career, earning him recognition as the St. Tammany Parish Public School System High School Principal of the Year and a finalist for Louisiana Principal of the Year. A graduate of Leadership St. Tammany’s Class of 2018, Christian has served on its Board of Directors and currently serves on the board of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He is an active member of Church of the King and lives in Mandeville with his wife, Leslie, and their children, Ford and Darby.

Tickets

General Admission Tickets are $100 in Advance or $125 at the Door.

Sponsorships

Would you like to have a reserved table with seating at the gala? Check out these options:

The Marvels: $250

One-fourth Reserved Table with tickets for 2 Guests
- Name Listed Online & in Program

The Defenders: $500

One-Half Reserved Table with tickets for 4 Guests
- Name Listed Online & in Program

The Incredibles: $1000

- One Reserved Table with tickets for 8 Guests
- Name Listed Online & in Program

X-Men: $1,250

- One Reserved Table with tickets for 10 Guests
- Logo listed online, on Social Media and in Program

Fantastic Four: $2,500

- Two Reserved Tables with tickets for 20 Guests
- Logo prominently listed online, on Social Media and in Program

Justice League: $5,000

- Two Reserved Tables with tickets for 24 Guests
- Logo Prominently Listed Online, on Social Media & in Program and Special Recognition at Event
- Recognition at Event

Guardians of the Galaxy: $10,000

- Three Reserved Tables with Tickets for 36 Guests
- Unique Event Signage
- Logo Prominently Listed Online, on Social Media & in Program and Special Recognition at Event

Avengers - Presenting Sponsor: $15,000

- Three Reserved Tables with Tickets for 40 Guests
- Recognition at Gala as Presenting Sponsor
- Print Media for the Event, Link to Company from Website
- Unique Event Signage, Logo Listed as Presenting Sponsor Online, on Gala Materials, on Social Media and on Subsequent Promotional Materials

You can also call Lori Manville at (678) 428-1059 for more information.

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