Congratulations Soroptomists

Our hearty congratulations to the Soroptomists International Greater Victoria chapter!

These amazing women, celebrating their 80th year of service to Victoria, were honoured last night at the Victoria National Philanthropy Day awards with the 2012 Outstanding Philanthropic Service Club Award for their many projects supporting women in the city. 

Soroptimist, meaning "best for women," raises an average of $35,000 annually to support efforts such as The Cridge Transition House for Women, other transition houses in the city, holiday hampers for single-parent families, school supplies, bursaries and birth training. 

At The Cridge Transition House for Women, the Soroptimists provide 'Fresh Start' kits, providing many of the essentials of a home such as dish drying racks, mops, dish soap, and linens, that are so expensive to replace when a woman is fleeing domestic violence. These kits turn a shelter into a home. 

We're grateful for the commitment of the Soroptimists' support, and so happy to see them recognized for the difference they make for women in so many ways. Soroptimists International of Greater Victoria, you really are 'Best for Women."