Spectrum Gala

Celebrate with us!

Spectrum Gala and Art Auction 

Thursday - March 14th - 2024

Pier 27 - San Francisco

Join us as we celebrate our collective strength and support a cause that touches lives across the Bay Area. Access Institute serves as San Francisco's mental health safety net, providing care to individuals of all ages, ensuring brighter and healthier futures. Your presence at Spectrum will make a meaningful difference, allowing us to extend our life-saving treatments to those who need them most.

Immerse Yourself in a Transformative Evening

Step into an evening of beauty and purpose on the stunning San Francisco waterfront. Join more than 300 passionate souls, including community members, visionary civic leaders, talented artists, dedicated mental health professionals, and esteemed guests, for an unforgettable experience.

Indulge Your Senses

Captivating Art: Immerse yourself in the magic of creativity as we showcase an outstanding collection of art from emerging and established artists. These visionary talents have generously donated their creations to uplift our cause. We are thrilled to have Stephanie Tuttle as this year's Art Curator.

Inspiring Honorees: Get inspired by witnessing the transformational work of our honorees whose passion and dedication sets an example for us all.

Live and Silent Auctions: Be part of the excitement as you bid on exclusive items that hold the power to change lives. From exquisite pieces of art to unique experiences, every bid contributes to our mission.

Fine Wine and Gourmet Delights: Savor fine wines and delectable gourmet cuisine, perfectly curated to complement this extraordinary evening.

Embrace the 2024 Event Theme

"Celebrating Our Collective Strength": Our event theme reflects the unity and strength that bind us together. Let's celebrate the unbreakable bond we share and our commitment to fostering psychological well-being for all.

Stay tuned for announcements regarding this year's art collection and contributing artists! In the meantime, browse last year's collection HERE.

Check out photos from Spectrum 2023 HERE.

Spectrum Community Service Award: Samuel Tucker, M.D.

Access Institute is delighted to honor Dr. Samuel Tucker for his contributions to Access Institute and the mental health of the community. Over the past decade, Dr. Tucker has volunteered his time and expertise to Access Institute, providing compassionate psychiatric care to individuals who have nowhere else to turn. Beyond the care he provides to patients, he's a seasoned teacher to our trainees and a wise mentor to our staff. His service is a true inspiration to everyone who understands how a compassionate community of volunteers can make life-changing mental health care accessible to those in need.

"Working in a clinic like Access Institute is incredibly rewarding," Dr. Tucker says. "Psychiatry can be isolating, but being part of this community has kept me engaged in meaningful community work. It's a fantastic team, and working with trainees is a vital aspect of that. This place has cultivated a strong sense of community."

In his role, Dr. Tucker specializes in helping patients facing profound challenges, including depression, anxiety, and psychological trauma. He provides crucial support by ensuring patients receive the right medications and use them appropriately, guiding them toward stability and empowerment. His dedication is evident in the countless lives he's helped transform, enabling individuals to better cope with stressors and move forward in their lives.

Dr. Tucker commends Access Institute's excellence, noting, "Access Institute is truly remarkable; it thrives and attracts top-tier trainees. The commitment to community mental health among the staff here is unparalleled. Graduates of our training programs maintain a lasting connection, returning to contribute as teachers and supervisors. This unique dedication is both impressive and commendable."

We invite you to join us at Spectrum as we honor Dr. Tucker with a well-deserved award for his exceptional service to the community. 

Thank You to our Sponsors!

Hope Level

Armour Architecture

Dr. Jennifer Fitch and Patrick McNerney

Harriet Wolfe and Gilbert Kliman

Therapeutic Level

Douglas Denton

Kevin Peters