Club News

SISC Community Awareness Campaign

Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 14:23

Soroptimist International of Saratoga County (SISC), a chapter of Soroptimist International of the Americas (SIA), today commences a ten-month community awareness campaign in celebration of the national club’s 100-year anniversary, falling on October 3, 2021. Soroptimist means “best for women”. We are a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training needed to achieve economic empowerment. In Saratoga, SISC has been active since 1979.

Wheels, Women, and Independence!

Submitted by admin on Sat, 12/19/2020 - 08:41

Celebrate the Suffrage Centennials at the Saratoga Automobile Museum! Soroptimist of Saratoga County is proud to be a sponsor of an exciting exhibit at the Saratoga Auto Museum. WHEELS: WOMEN & INDEPENDENCE FROM 1900 - 1920. This groundbreaking exhibit showcases the experiences of six pioneer female automobile enthusiasts, with New York State as the starting point for their adventures. At the time, women represented less than 10% of licensed drivers, and “autoing” was definitely not for the faint of heart.

Swing Into Spring!

Submitted by admin on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 10:14

Soroptimists are leaving the cabin and hitting the golf course! This year, Spring Fever is replacing our traditional Cabin Fever Luncheon. Make plans with friends now to join SISC for 18 holes of golf at our local World-Class Course! This first-time event will take place on Monday, May 24, 2021, at Saratoga National Golf Club.
 

Local Soroptimist Funding Available!

Submitted by admin on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 11:38

Soroptimist International of Saratoga County (SISC) announces the availability of $16,800 in funding for local organizations that support the needs of women and girls in Saratoga County. Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training needed to achieve economic empowerment. To qualify, candidate organizations must reside in or serve the needs of citizens of Saratoga County. Grants are typically awarded for specific activities, start-ups, or capital projects.

It's What You Do that Counts! Apply for the 2020-21 Violet Richardson Award

Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/30/2020 - 11:30

Are you, or do you know, a young woman between the ages of 14 and 18 who volunteers in Saratoga County? Such a young woman, who believes in the power of volunteer action, may be eligible for the 2020-21 Violet Richardson Award. This award recognizes young women who make the community and world a better place through volunteer efforts, such as fighting drugs, crime and violence; cleaning up the environment, or working to end discrimination and poverty. Volunteer actions that benefit women and girls are particularly encouraged.

Happy Anniversary to Soroptimists!

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 10:10

Happy 99th Anniversary! Ninety-nine years ago, on October 3, 1921, women leaders led by President Violet Richardson launched the first Soroptimist Club in California, USA. President Violet said that she “never would have considered the Soroptimist movement had she not envisioned it as worldwide and dedicated to all matters of justice and quality of life.” Today, her vision has come to life in 121 countries around the world! 
 

It’s Time to Apply for the Live Your Dream Award!

Submitted by admin on Sat, 09/19/2020 - 09:56

If you are a woman who is a head of household supporting dependent family members, are enrolled in a vocational skills program or undergraduate degree program, and need financial assistance, the Live Your Dream Award was meant for you. This $5000 education and training award is sponsored by the Soroptimist International of Saratoga County.

Global Grantees Receive Awards

Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/18/2020 - 15:13

Soroptimist International of Saratoga County (SISC) supports programs organized by international organizations that support the needs of women and girls throughout the world. The 2020 awards of $16,500 in grants for international organizations support diverse services in several continents Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization striving to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Given the global pandemic caused by the Coropnavirus, this year’s recipients were truly grateful to receive funding.

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