About Us
About our club
Chartered on April 22, 1983, Soroptimist International of Moreno Valley is part of Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc.® Golden West Region. Loosely translated, the name Soroptimist (pronounced suh-rop-tuh-mist) means "best for women," and that's what Soroptimists aim to be: women at their best, working to help other women to be their best. Soroptimist is particularly concerned with providing women and girls access to education, as this is the most effective path to empower women and girls to reach their full potential. A 501(c)(3) organization that relies on charitable donations to support its programs, Soroptimist also powers LiveYourDream.org®, an online community that offers volunteer opportunities in support of women and girls.
Meetings
Our club meets the first four Wednesdays from September through June for a one-hour breakfast meeting at Brandon's Diner, located at 24626 Sunnymead Blvd., Moreno Valley, CA. The 1st Wednesday is a closed board meeting at 7:00 a.m. The 2nd Wednesday is the business meeting at 7:00 a.m. for all members. The 3rd Wednesday, at 7:00 a.m., alternates between a guest speaker presentation or Soroptimist Orientation and Leadership Training (SOLT) for members. The 4th Wednesday is a friendship meeting at 7:30 a.m. for members to bond with each other through informal interactions.
Dues
Annual club dues are $150, which include International, Federation and Regional dues, Club Liability Insurance, and Founders’ Pennies. A one-time $25 new member fee covers the Soroptimist pin, badge, and new member packet. Members are billed for breakfast meals on a monthly basis.
Soroptimist International: A Global Volunteer Movement
Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Cambridge, England, Soroptimist International is a global volunteer movement. A network of about 66,000 members in over 120 countries worldwide works at a local, national, and international level to educate, empower, and enable opportunities for women and girls. The organization has consultative status with the Economic and Social Council at the United Nations and is a recognized authority on matters that women value most. Visit the Soroptimist International website for complete information on current projects. Read Soroptimist International's blog.
Soroptimist International comprises four federations worldwide:
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