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Soroptimist, coined from the Latin words “soro” and “optima” (the best for women) was founded in 1921 in Oakland, California. Eighty professional women formed the first club to “foster the ideal of service”. Today there are Soroptimist clubs in 125 countries with over 90,000 business and professional members worldwide. Soroptimist International of the Americas is the largest of the four federations in Soroptimist International, with nearly 40,000 members representing 19 countries and territories.
Soroptimist International of Albany was chartered September 16, 1987, with 25 professional women as charter members. These women were seeking an organization in which they could serve their community and participate in international projects as well as form a network of friendships with women from varied professions.
Members of Soroptimist International are committed to community service through the organization’s six (6) programs of service. Those areas of service are:
► Economic and Social Development ► Education ► Environment ► Health ► Human Rights/Status of Women ► International Goodwill and Understanding
Soroptimist International of Albany is an association of business and professional women and men participating in community and global service. Fundraising is an important part of the club’s activities. Over the past 20 years Soroptimist International of Albany has contributed nearly one-half million dollars . In order to provide this community assistance Albany Soroptimists have a variety of fundraisers:
► Poinsettia Sales - October ► A Gift from the Heart letter campaign - Valentine’s Day ► Spring Flower Sale - April and May ► BBQ - August
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SI ALBANY MISSION STATEMENT
Soroptimist International of Albany is an organization of professional women and men dedicated to enhancing the lives of women and children through education, communication and community service. |