Soroptimist International of Greater Bremerton

03/12/2025

We are humbled by and thankful for your generosity and support during yesterday's Kitsap Great Give. Because of you, we are helping to make dreams come true for women and girls right here in Kitsap County. We invite you to visit http://www.bremertonsoroptimist.org to learn more about us. Thank you!

03/11/2025

Today is , a 24-hour online giving event for charities across our region. We are participating as well and would love your support. Your gift will benefit women and girls right here in Kitsap County who face many obstacles such as violence, poverty, homelessness and more. Please consider lending your support by clicking on our "giving" link below. Thank you!

https://www.kitsapgreatgive.org/organization/soroptimist-international-of-greater-bremerton-area

03/08/2025

Empowered women empower the world. ✨
Help other women live their dreams this : https://blog.soroptimist.org/givingback

02/22/2025

Spending the day in Forks today at our annual area meeting. We are looking forward to learning more about the wonderful work Soroptimists on the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas are doing in their local communities.

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02/06/2025

Happy Black History Month! This month we’re honoring the black advocates and survivors who paved the way in the anti-sexual violence movement, starting with Rosa Parks.

Rosa Parks was born on February 4, 1913 in Tuskegee Alabama. On December 1, 1955 she made history by becoming the face of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, but this wasn’t the only thing she did to advance civil rights. Throughout her career, she also advocated and fundraised for black survivors of sexual assault to seek justice.

During her time with the NAACP, Parks supported victim-survivor Recy Taylor, who spoke out against the six armed white men who sexually assaulted her in 1944. Outraged that none of Taylor’s assailants were convicted for their crimes, Parks spearheaded the creation of the Alabama Committee for Equal Justice for Mrs. Recy Taylor which turned into a nation-wide movement in support of Taylor.

Parks also worked with other survivors including Joan Little. In 1974, Little was charged with first-degree murder after she stabbed a prison guard who sexually assaulted her. When Parks heard about her case, she co-founded the Joan Little Defense Committee in Detroit, Michigan and supported Little in becoming the first woman in American history to be acquitted of murder on the grounds of self-defense against sexual violence.

These are just a few examples of the amazing work Parks did for both the civil rights and anti-sexual violence movements. Black women have always been leading the way in the fight for justice and safety for all. We’ll continue sharing these powerful stories throughout the month and hope that they resonate with you far beyond February 29.

11/14/2024

FINAL CALL!
This is a final reminder that the application portal to apply for our Live Your Dream Education and Training Award will close at the end of day tomorrow, November 15. If you're a woman providing primary support for yourself and dependents and could use support to help with your educational goals, please click on the link below to see if you qualify. Our program chair, Whitney Borchers is available to assist you. Thank you!

APPLICATION DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING!
Deadline - Friday, November 15, 2024
www.bremertonsoroptimist.org/LiveYourDream.html

The deadline for submitting an application for our "Live Your Dream: Education & Training Award" for women is next Friday, November 15th. If you are a woman that is enrolled in or has been accepted to a vocational/tech/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program, you may qualify for our education award. Please click the link below to learn more or for contact information for our Live Your Dream program chair, Whitney Borchers. You may drop a message below as well. Thank you!

11/11/2024

Thank you to all those who have served. Special thank you goes out to our member Whitney Borchers. Thank you so much for your service.

11/07/2024

APPLICATION DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING!
Deadline - Friday, November 15, 2024
www.bremertonsoroptimist.org/LiveYourDream.html

The deadline for submitting an application for our "Live Your Dream: Education & Training Award" for women is next Friday, November 15th. If you are a woman that is enrolled in or has been accepted to a vocational/tech/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program, you may qualify for our education award. Please click the link below to learn more or for contact information for our Live Your Dream program chair, Whitney Borchers. You may drop a message below as well. Thank you!

08/26/2024

Today and every day ...

Today, and every day, we stand for equality, empowerment, and progress. We strive for a world where every woman and girl has the opportunity to live their dreams. 💙

07/22/2024

Come visit with us and see what we are all about. We meet the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Our next gathering is on Tuesday, August 20th 5:30 PM at Cloverleaf Sports Bar and Grill (back room). Drop a message below or inbox us. We look forward to seeing you soon.

06/28/2024

Come join us! http://www.bremertonsoroptimist.org

Being a part of this incredible organization means uplifting women and girls worldwide, championing their rights, and creating opportunities for a better future. Together, we make a difference every day. Here's to investing in dreams and reaching higher! 💪💙✨