What is Banding Together to End Domestic Violence?
Banding Together to End Domestic Violence is an annual attorney battle-of the-bands fundraiser featuring lawyers who rock out for a good cause. Held annually in San Francisco, bands from California’s most philanthropic law firms and corporate legal teams compete in this epic musical battle for the coveted title: Best Lawyer Band in The Bay.
Though the competition is fierce, these rock star attorneys band together to raise thousands of dollars for survivors of domestic violence. All funds raised benefit Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP), the only nonprofit in California dedicated to providing free appellate legal services to domestic violence survivors who need to appeal dangerous trial court decisions that leave them or their kids at risk of ongoing abuse.
How does my participation end domestic violence?
Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP) believes no one should endure abuse and justice should happen the first time. Unfortunately, domestic violence is far too common.
1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men experience physical violence, sexual violence, or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. Even when cases of intimate partner violence are brought to court, dangerous trial court decisions often continue to leave survivors vulnerable. Appeals offer a second chance at securing safety for survivors. Whereas the California statewide average of appeals won is 21%, FVAP wins 77% of the appeals we bring to court and 100% of appeals we defend, helping survivors get the safety and justice they deserve.
Studies show children living in abusive homes are far more likely to grow up to be abusers, thereby perpetuating the cycle of violence. By making sure all kids have the opportunity to grow up in safe, healthy homes, you're helping us break the inter-generational cycle of trauma and abuse. Family Violence Appellate Project exists to keep survivors and their children safe. Our innovative approach is creating tangible change and making the world a better place for the next generation. We couldn't do this critical work without you.
Banding Together to End Domestic Violence is an annual attorney battle-of the-bands fundraiser featuring lawyers who rock out for a good cause. Held annually in San Francisco, bands from California’s most philanthropic law firms and corporate legal teams compete in this epic musical battle for the coveted title: Best Lawyer Band in The Bay.
Though the competition is fierce, these rock star attorneys band together to raise thousands of dollars for survivors of domestic violence. All funds raised benefit Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP), the only nonprofit in California dedicated to providing free appellate legal services to domestic violence survivors who need to appeal dangerous trial court decisions that leave them or their kids at risk of ongoing abuse.
How does my participation end domestic violence?
Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP) believes no one should endure abuse and justice should happen the first time. Unfortunately, domestic violence is far too common.
1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men experience physical violence, sexual violence, or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. Even when cases of intimate partner violence are brought to court, dangerous trial court decisions often continue to leave survivors vulnerable. Appeals offer a second chance at securing safety for survivors. Whereas the California statewide average of appeals won is 21%, FVAP wins 77% of the appeals we bring to court and 100% of appeals we defend, helping survivors get the safety and justice they deserve.
Studies show children living in abusive homes are far more likely to grow up to be abusers, thereby perpetuating the cycle of violence. By making sure all kids have the opportunity to grow up in safe, healthy homes, you're helping us break the inter-generational cycle of trauma and abuse. Family Violence Appellate Project exists to keep survivors and their children safe. Our innovative approach is creating tangible change and making the world a better place for the next generation. We couldn't do this critical work without you.
Joining the Lineup
Ready to take the stage and rock for the cause? Each year, a select group of bands is chosen to perform at Banding Together to End Domestic Violence. Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Submit your application here by Friday, April 25, 2026, to be considered for this year’s lineup. Before you apply, please review the rules and requirements— they’ll help you understand what’s required and how bands are selected.
Ready to take the stage and rock for the cause? Each year, a select group of bands is chosen to perform at Banding Together to End Domestic Violence. Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Submit your application here by Friday, April 25, 2026, to be considered for this year’s lineup. Before you apply, please review the rules and requirements— they’ll help you understand what’s required and how bands are selected.
Key Dates for 2026
This year’s event will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2026
Applications are due by March 8, 2026
Pre-event challenge 1: May 12 - May 18, 2026
Pre-event challenge 2: May 19 - May 25, 2026
Email [email protected] about band equipment donations by May 25, 2026.
Best of luck, and rock on!
This year’s event will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2026
Applications are due by March 8, 2026
Pre-event challenge 1: May 12 - May 18, 2026
Pre-event challenge 2: May 19 - May 25, 2026
Email [email protected] about band equipment donations by May 25, 2026.
Best of luck, and rock on!
2025 Bands
R23s
12th Root of Two
Cov'R Band
Morgan Lewis & ROCKius
Papa Gibson & the Writs of Replevin
Soul Practitioners
