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Vision and Mission
Women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams. Soroptimist improves the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment.
Core Values
Soroptimist International of the Americas is committed to:
- Gender Equality: Women and girls live free from discrimination.
- Empowerment: Women and girls are free to act in their own best interest.
- Education: Women and girls deserve to lead full and productive lives through access to education.
- Diversity & Fellowship: Women from varied backgrounds and perspectives work together to improve the lives of women and girls.
Upcoming Events
Ponies & Pints | Equine Assisted Therapies of South Florida
Date:
Thu, Jan 23, 2020, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
Please join Equine Assisted Therapies for beer, snacks and to learn about the benefit of equine assisted therapy for people with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.
At Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek.
RSVP to David at: david@equineatsf.org by January 21st.
www.equineatsf.org | office: 954-974-2007 more…
Bresky Bash 2020
Date:
Thu, Jan 23, 2020, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
Raising Funds to benefit Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
Admission $20.00
Music | Food Trucks | Bar Stations
@ Mizner Park Ampitheater
01/23/20 at 7:00 p.m.
breskylegal.com 561-994-6273 more…
KidSafe Foundation's DENIM & DIAMONDS event
Date:
Fri, Jan 24, 2020, 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
Denim & Diamonds Casino Night & Silent Auction
to benefit KidSafe Foundation
Village of Wellington Community Center
12150 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414
January 24, 2020
7:00PM 11:00PM
to register, go to:
https://kidsafefoundation.org/casinonight/ more…
Blankets & Bear Hugs Community Day | Child Rescue Colation
Date:
Sat, Jan 25, 2020, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
REGISTER HERE for this family friendly give-back experience
Blankets & Bear Hugs Community Day!
Saturday, January 25th, 2020 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Boca Raton Innovation Campus | 5000 T-Rex Avenue, Boca Raton, FL 33431
~ Learn how we help protect children
~ Find out how you can help prevent your child's image from getting into the wrong hands
~ Assemble care packages for rescued children
~ Presentation of the care packages to local law enforcement
All ages are welcome for this afternoon of volunteering and philanthropy!
As we get this 2020 off to an amazing start following the holiday celebrations, it's important to keep that giving spirit alive! With Super Bowl LIV in Miami exactly 1 month from today and the attraction for Human Sex Trafficking before, during and after the game, you can show your support and help to do your part throughout National Human Trafficking Awareness Month! Child Rescue Coalition will be presenting and participating in variety of of events and activities this month and we would be pleased and honored for you to get involved.
Assemble cute and comforting teddy bear care packages that are presented to law enforcement to provide to children rescued from exploitation and abuse!
During this in-the-community, family-friendly give-back experience you will not only have the opportunity to assemble these care packages, but we are sure to come away stunned, astonished and hopefully motivated with a presentation about our work protecting children through technology and how you can do your part to help keep your kids be safer online. All ages are welcome for this afternoon of volunteering and philanthropy!
For those that know of or are part of a caring organization that would also like to do their part to support this event, sponsorship opportunities are available to not only help underwrite the event for this mission, but also showcase that organizations social responsibility, global citizenship and support!
Register today to save your spot for one of our most popular events!
https://e.givesmart.com/events/fdD/ more…
Night to Shine sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation
Date:
Fri, Feb 7, 2020, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
When will Night to Shine be held?
The event will be held on Friday February 7, 2020 between 6pm and 9pm.
Where will the event be held?
St. Paul Lutheran Church and School is located at 701 W. Palmetto Park Road in Boca Raton, FL.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
https://nighttoshineboca.com/registration/
The event will be held in our Family Life Center. When you arrive you will be directed to parking and the red carpet!
Who is invited to Night to Shine?
People with special needs ages 14 and over including people with disabilities that may be physical, mental or psychological. more…
"ONLY ONE" - 45 minute play on human trafficking
Date:
Sun, Feb 9, 2020, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
45 minute play on human trafficking written & directed by FAU Criminal Justice undergraduate student Abigail Howard.
TWO SHOW TIMES 2PM & 6 PM
Followed by an expert panel discussion = Q & A
At: Florida Atlantic University's University Theatre
FREE event. more…
"Only One" Human Trafficking Play at FAU
Date:
Sun, Feb 9, 2020, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
45 minute play on human trafficking written & directed by FAU Criminal Justice undergraduate student Abigail Howard.
TWO SHOW TIMES 2PM & 6 PM
Followed by an expert panel discussion = Q & A
At: Florida Atlantic University's University Theatre
FREE event. more…
4th Annual "A Day at the Races"
Date:
Sun, Feb 23, 2020, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
Please join Equine Assisted Therapies for
"A Day at the Races"
Sunday February 23rd, 2020
Noon-4:00 PM
Come when you can, leave when you must.
in the Ten Palms Room at Gulfstream Park
Thoroughbred Racing with featured Equine-Assisted Therapies races.
Gourmet Buffet
Last post time is 5:30 and Gulfstream Park is open throughout the night. You are welcome to shop between the races & enjoy the Park after the party is over! more…
AVDA's annual Heart of a Woman luncheon
Date:
Wed, Feb 26, 2020, 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
Featuring Keynote Speaker
Audrey-May Prosper
Sur-Thriver of Domestic and Sexual Violence
Audrey May-Prosper will share her story of surviving domestic and sexual violence at the hands of her ex-husband. In his final act of abuse, he doused her in gasoline and set her on fire. Join us to hear this amazing Sur-Thriver share how she has healed and thrived after abuse.
Event held at: Royal Palm Yacht Club | 2425 W. Maya Palm Drive, Boca Raton, FL 33432
AVDA’s Heart of a Woman Luncheon will feature Luxury Raffles and a Silent Auction more…
Chef Showdown – Country Club Competition
Date:
Tue, Mar 10, 2020, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
Join TrustBridge Hospice Foundation for
their Chef Showdown – Country Club Competition.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
6-9 p.m.
Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club
2425 Maya Palm Road
Boca Raton, FL 33433
Tickets are $200 per person
(if you cannot afford a ticket consider volunteering at this event – email jthomason@tbfdn.org)
Executive Chefs from some of the finest country clubs will compete for the title of Top Chef in this Iron Chef-style competition. The evening begins with a delectable cocktail hour featuring hors d’oeuvres, wonderful silent auction items and entertainment followed by the main event. Each chef will create an original dish using a pre-selected secret ingredient and a panel of judges will determine the winner.
The competition is filmed live and projected on large screens located throughout the ballroom and guests have the opportunity to sample each of the chef’s creations at tasting stations located throughout the room. Funds from this event will support the many programs that Trustbridge offers to the community at large including, end of life care, bereavement services for adults and children to name a few.
https://trustbridgefoundation.org/event/chefshowdown/ more…
TECH WITH HEART Gala
Date:
Sat, Apr 4, 2020, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Category:
Events
Events
Summary:
Join Child Rescue Coalition for their 5th Annual Tech with Heart Gala!
Date: April 4, 2020|
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm|
Location: Opal Grand Oceanfront Resort & Spa, Delray Beach (previously Delray Beach Marriott)
Cost: $275
The inspirational evening will feature an elegant dinner, cocktails, live and silent auctions, and more!
Keynote Speaker: Cindy McCain
https://e.givesmart.com/events/dze/ more…
Soroptimist International is a 501c3 not for profit organization. Your donation is tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations. A copy of the official registration (#SC-0991) and financials information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free (1.800.435.7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.
Spotlights
What are Soroptimists?
Soroptimists are Philanthropists. Through our fundraising, we donate money to help women and girls, locally and around the world. Soroptimists are Activists, coordinating worldwide projects, such as the "Women's Opportunity Award" and bringing awareness to social injustices. Soroptimists are Optimists.
We hope you will join and partner with us to make the world a better place for women and girls!
Contact us!
For more information on membership, please contact our Membership VP,
Lisa Jensen at lisa.jensen@fnbccfl.com
For general questions and information about our programs, please email us:
soroptimist4women@gmail.com
