Soroptimist Organization

Soroptimist International of Truckee Donner

Soroptimist International of Truckee Donner (SITD) is a volunteer service organization falling under the auspices of Soroptimist International.

VISION

Women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams.

MISSION

Soroptimist improves the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment.

CORE VALUES

Gender Equality | Empowerment | Education | Diversity & Fellowship

THE NAME

The name, Soroptimist, is coined from the Latin words, soror meaning sister and optima – the best. The translation is “best for women,” and that’s what the organization strives to achieve. Soroptimists are women at their best, working to help other women to be their best.

LOCALLY

Founded in 1971, Soroptimist International of Truckee Donner (SITD) provides volunteer services and financial support locally and internationally. We work to improve the lives of women and children (primarily girls), in an atmosphere of support, friendship and fun. We raise funds which are then donated to programs we support and organizations in need.

Sierra Nevada Region Soroptimist

Sierra Nevada Region (SNR) Soroptimists represent over 1800 members in 53 clubs located from Sacramento north to Yreka and all of the state of Nevada. Through Soroptimist International SNR joins over 80,000 members in 132 countries as “A Global Voice for Women.” Together Soroptimists make a difference through Awareness, Advocacy and Action, working together for the betterment of local communities and the world with a major focus on issues affecting women and children.

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Soroptimist International of the Americas

Soroptimist International of the Americas (SIA) has nearly 1,300 clubs in 20 countries and territories who work to improve the lives of women and girls. Soroptimist clubs receive assistance in their volunteer efforts by participating locally in programs developed and sponsored by the Soroptimist organization.

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President

President-Elect

Treasurer

Treasurer-Elect

Recording Secretary

Corresponding Secretary

Director

Director

Delegate

Delegate

Soroptimist International

Chartered in 1921, Soroptimist International (SI) is a global women’s organization whose members volunteer to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. More than 80,000 Soroptimists in about 130 countries and territories support community–based and global projects benefiting women and girls. The organization is particularly concerned with providing them access to education, as this is the most effective path to self-determination.

Soroptimist International has a seat at the United Nations and is consulted on matters affecting women and children across the world.