MayDay 2026: A Celebration of Remembrance, Healing & Prevention

February 7, 2026, | Houston, TX 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

The M. Ariel Love Foundation is proud to announce our annual MayDay for Domestic Violence Prevention Luncheon, returning on February 7, 2026, a day dedicated to remembrance, empowerment, and life-saving education.

MayDay is more than an event. It is a movement. A legacy. A call to action.

Created in honor of Maylaysia Ariel Levy, whose birthday is February 6, and whose life was tragically stolen by domestic violence at just 19 years old, MayDay stands at the intersection of memory and mission. Held every February, Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, MayDay raises awareness, honors victims, celebrates survivors, and equips our community with the tools needed to break the cycle before it begins.

What to Expect at MayDay 2026

This year’s luncheon will be a powerful experience featuring:

Survivor & Advocate Testimony

Hear from courageous voices who are turning their pain into purpose.

Keynote Presentation

Attorney Dagnee McKinney-Manning will shed light on domestic violence through the criminal justice lens, offering powerful insight and education for families, youth, and advocates.

Artistic Performances

Experience healing through the arts—spoken word, music, creative expression, and more.

Honoree Celebrations

We will honor the lives and legacies of victims lost to domestic violence through heartfelt tributes, photos, and personalized presentations.

Door Prizes, Raffles & Special Giveaways

Guests will have opportunities to win meaningful gifts while supporting a life-saving mission.

🎟️ Ticket Sales & Pricing

Tickets go on sale December 1, 2025.

Pre-Sale (Dec 1–Dec 31)

$45.00

January 2026

$55.00

February 1–Day of Event (if not sold out)

$75.00

QR code payment will be available at the door, ONLY if space allows, at the $75.00 rate.

Seats are limited each year, and MayDay has a history of selling out, so early ticket purchase is strongly encouraged.

Why MayDay Matters

Domestic violence remains one of the most urgent yet preventable crises affecting families today:

• 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men experience intimate partner violence.

• 1 in 11 teen girls and 1 in 14 teen boys have experienced dating violence.

• Young adults ages 16–24 experience the highest rate of intimate partner abuse.

Through prevention education, survivor support, and community awareness, we can save lives, especially the lives of our youth.

MayDay is an opportunity to unite, learn, remember, and commit ourselves to change. The stories shared, the lives honored, and the conversations sparked on this day ripple outward into homes, schools, and communities.

Your Attendance Helps Save Lives

Every ticket purchased supports the Foundation’s efforts to:

• Provide resources for survivors

• Offer prevention education to teens and young adults

• Expand mental health access

• Work toward our long-term goal of providing safe housing for women and children

Your presence helps us continue the work of turning heartbreak into healing and tragedy into transformation.

Join Us for MayDay 2026

Mark your calendar. Invite a friend. Bring your heart.

Tickets available beginning December 1, 2025. Stay connected on our website and social media for updates, honoree announcements, and event details.

Together, we honor those we’ve lost. Together, we uplift those who’ve survived. Together, we build a future where love never hurts. 💜