Thank you for joining us at the annual Inside Anne's Closet. Because of your generosity this year, we have raised over $175,000 to support the Colorectal Cancer Alliance's mission to end colorectal cancer in our lifetime.
In its twelfth year, Inside Anne’s Closet brought an evening of cocktails, shopping, fashion and philanthropy featuring local celebrities and athlete models. Our annual event benefited the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, and their focus to advocate for prevention, magnify support, and accelerate research to end this disease within the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Please contact Tasha Duncan if you are interested in getting more involved in the West Region.
Inside Anne's Closet honors the memory of Anne M. Paye, who passed away in June of 2013 at the age of 67 from colon cancer. Her death inspired her son, Founding Chair, John Paye (Stanford Hall of Fame Quarterback and former San Francisco 49er), together with her daughter, Amy Paye Venuto, to bring together family, friends and community to raise awareness about the need for colorectal cancer screening, especially in under-served communities. Tomorrow cannot wait for a world free of colorectal cancer.
In partnership with Wilkes Bashford
At this year’s Inside Anne’s Closet event, we partnered with Wilkes Bashford — a Bay Area fashion destination known for bold, elevated style and a personalized approach to shopping. With a curated mix of designer fashion and exceptional service, they bring an effortless sense of style to every experience.
Browse our photo gallery to see standout looks, inspired styling, and a touch of luxury throughout the evening.
We are thrilled to welcome back Emmy award-winning journalist Jessica Aguirre as this year’s emcee. As the evening anchor at NBC Bay Area News, Jessica has been a trusted voice in Bay Area journalism for over 20 years. She is the co-host of NBC Bay Area’s Race in America: The Conversation, exploring racial equity and social injustice and attempts to bridge the divide between backgrounds and generations. Throughout her career, she has covered major global and local events, earning numerous accolades for her investigative work. We are honored to have her lead us through this year’s Inside Anne’s Closet again as our emcee!
Meet our 2026 compassion speaker, Tyler Reynolds-Rothstein. Tyler is an event planner living in San Mateo. He's married with an adorable labradoodle puppy that takes up plenty of his time. Originally from New York, Tyler is a big sports fan and is currently fighting Stage IV Colon Cancer. Hear Tyler’s powerful story at this year’s Inside Anne's Closet!
Our 2026 medical speaker
We are thrilled to introduce Dr. Shane Dormady, Director of Oncology at El Camino Health. Dr. Dormady takes an aggressive approach to treating cancer and believes there is always hope for his patients - always something more he can do for them. He never gives up on a patient, including those with late-stage cancer.
As a medical oncologist, he finds great reward in transforming the fear people feel with a cancer diagnosis to a trust and hope that he and his colleagues will do everything possible to help them. He appreciates working with a team of cancer specialists at El Camino Health who make themselves available to patients 24/7.
Dr. Dormady believes people do better when they have mind, spirit and body all working in the same direction. He wants to inspire hope and provide the same emotional support and attention he would give to his own family members.
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Sponsorship opportunities
Are you interested in making a deeper impact through event sponsorship? Event sponsorship can provide increased brand awareness, access to a focused audience and demonstrate brand values. Contact Tasha Duncan, Regional Director of Community Fundraising - West, at tduncan@ccalliance.org or (202) 628-0123 with any questions.
Thank you to our generous 2026 sponsors who helped make Inside Anne's Closet possible!
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Experience Inside Anne's Closet: This Year’s Highlights
Take a look at the unforgettable moments from this year’s event! Get a glimpse of the excitement, the energy, and the fun — and see what’s in store for you next year.
The Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s 2025 Blue Hope Bash in Washington, D.C., raised $2.1 million for colorectal cancer awareness, research, and patient support.
In this Q&A, get to know Greg Schwem, a passionate and dedicated Colorectal Cancer Alliance volunteer from Illinois, and sign up to be a volunteer yourself!
