Best for Women August 2022

Best for Women

Aug 10

gallery of images of women participants in live your dream program

50 Years (and 50 More) for the Live Your Dream Awards!

2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the Live Your Dream Awards! For half a century, this amazing program has empowered thousands of women and their families through access to education. As we look forward to our next 50 years, the Dream Big Campaign will help Soroptimist expand the Live Your Dream Awards and transform the lives of even more deserving women. Learn more and join the Dream Big Campaign today!

New Video

Watch a special video commemorating the 50th anniversary.

Meet our 2022 Federation Winner

Before a Phoenix can fly, it must first rise from the ashes. Angel’s story is no different. Her desire to become a certified social worker to help women and children who are suffering through trauma is rooted in her own experiences.

Soroptimist contributes more than $2.8 million to over 1,800 women through the Live Your Dream Awards each year. Here are 10 additional ways you can join the celebration and further our impact through this life-changing program!

History of the Live Your Dream Awards

After 50 years, our signature program is still going strong! See its evolution.

Live Your Dream Awards Recipient “Thank You” Card

Live Your Dream Awards recipient Mary Cynthia expresses her heartfelt gratitude for receiving the award, which helped her complete her third semester of nursing school. THIS is just one example of why this award is so important for women!

Live Your Dream Awards Application Portal Reminder

The online application portal for women to apply for the award opened August 1. Your club’s participation in this program makes a HUGE difference in the lives of women and their families.

Live Your Dream Awards Portal Details

North American Live Your Dream Awards Club Chairs should check their email for portal login information to sign the confidentiality agreement. Need help? Check out our playlist of videos for club chairs and one for applicants! Did you receive that email but you are NOT the club chair? Let your club president know to update the online roster!

Convention Highlights: A True Celebration of our Dreams!

Thank you to all our speakers, talent, and attendees for making our Virtual 47th Soroptimist Biennial Convention an event to remember! We are now even more energized and inspired to reach our Big Goal of investing in the dreams of half a million women and girls through access to education by 2031.

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Club Roadmap to Success

Congratulations to Soroptimist Clubs who have gone above and beyond to fulfill our mission! We are pleased to honor clubs who have been following our Club Roadmap and who have accomplished the tactics as noted on the Club Roadmap Metrics. Thank you again for your participation in our programs, growing engagement, and supporting our culture of philanthropy. We value your hard work and dedication. Watch your club email inboxes for a special message from President Kazuko this month!

Things to Know

Make sure to update your club roster with your Live Your Dream Award and Dream It, Be It Chairs! This ensures that they receive crucial update from SIA headquarters.
As the club year kicks off, you may want to consider preparing to apply for a Soroptimist Club Grant for Education and Empowerment to fund your club’s Big Goal eligible work. Reach out to program@soroptimist.org with any questions.