Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a Soroptimist?
Soroptimist International is a worldwide organization for women in management and the professions, working through service projects to improve the lives of women and girls, in local communities and throughout the world. Soroptimists are women of all ages, cultures and ethnic groups. We are working moms and single women; small business owners and corporate executives; attorneys, teachers and physicians. Soroptimists are leaders across all professional disciplines who also serve as role models for younger women at the beginning of their careers. The common thread that connects all Soroptimist is our desire to make a difference for others through volunteer service.
Who is Soroptimist International of the Foothills, Inc?
Soroptimist International of the Foothills, Inc. strives to be a global voice for women through awareness, advocacy and action. The organization is committed to serving local, national and international communities, and participating actively in decision-making at all levels of society. The word "Soroptimist" was coined from two Latin words, "sorror" and "optima", which loosely translates as "best for women". Soroptimist International of the Foothills, Inc. is a breakfast club whose members/and/or businesses are located in the Upland, CA and surrounding areas.
What is Soroptimist International of the Americans?
Soroptimist International of the Americas is one of four (4) Federations that make-up Soroptimist International. The Soroptimist International of America members focus on "Best for women". They do this by undertaking club projects such as providing women with basic literacy and income-generating skills; funding, career development programs for teen mothers; helping minority women obtain routine medical care; and raising community awareness about domestic violence. Members also make a difference for women through participation in Soroptimist International of America's major service project, the "Women’s Opportunity Awards"
What are your local Service Projects?
With our main focus of advancing the status of women and human rights, our local service projects include: Pacific LifeLine (a shelter for women and children), Children’s Hope (a home for at-risk boys), Shoes that Fit (shoes for needy children), Women’s Opportunity Award (given to head-of household women who are working to further their education), Violet Richardson Award (a High School scholarship for students who serve their local community), Santa Claus Inc. (Christmas toys for needy families), Library Adult Literary Programs, and the YMCA.
What are your local Recognition Programs?
Our annual "Have A Heart" Awards Banquet is held in April of each year to recognize awardees of our various scholarships and service projects. Each year about $50,000.00 is distributed to worthy community organizations and individuals who have shown the spirit of our Soroptimist organizations aims and goals.
What are your Fundraisers?
In order for our organization to provide the services we do, we must have money! So fundraising is the backbone, and we look to the people and business in this community to support us in our endeavors. Our major fundraiser our "Annual Wine Tasting Dinner" held each October.
How Can I help Make A Difference in our Community?
YOU can join with us as we offer you the ‘Gift of Friendship’ in our worldwide Soroptimist organization. Become a member of our great international organization, or help support our community and international efforts through your contributions. We are a 501C-3 Corporation and can accept donations from individuals, businesses, corporations and Trusts.
Make checks payable to SI of the Foothills, Inc. and send to:
SI of the Foothills, Inc. PO Box 2078, Upland, CA 91785.
