It's true that both men and women live in poverty, face discrimination and must overcome obstacles. But throughout history—in every country in the world—women and girls face additional obstacles and discrimination solely because of their gender.

​Soroptimist means "best for women" and that's what all Soroptimist clubs strive to be an organization of women at their best helping other women to be their best. As a volunteer organization of volunteer oriented business and professional women, we feel uniquely qualified to help women and girls live their dreams.

Soroptimist clubs and members improve the status of women and girls. Our projects and programs aid women economically, and empower them to make positive changes in their lives and their communities.

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 Soroptimist International of Olympia Live Your Dreams Award Recipients

Olympia Soroptimists are thrilled that every year we are able to assist past Live Your Dream Award recipients with an additional award to assist with their continuing educational goals - this could not happen without the community's help - Thank You!
Educational Awards to adult women who have overcome hardships and are now seeking degrees to better provide for their families.

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2024
Brandea Pollard *

Business Administration
*NW Region funds recipient

2024
Arisha Thomas

Occupational Therapy

2023
Nnenna David-Uka

I T

2022
Lola Hudspeth

ESL Spanish

2021
Sarah Courtney

Associates Administrative Assistant

2020
Avet Waldrop

Associates Nursing

 Soroptimist International of Olympia - Steps in Opportunity Tech Award
Soroptimist International of Olympia created the Steps in Opportunity Tech Award in response to a need in our Thurston County community. The importance of education, along with the rising costs associated with women achieving their goals were so some of the factors considered in the creation of this award to assist in paying for technology as they further their education.

This award includes, but is not limited to, female-identifying applicants who are in their final stages of completing or pursuing their high school diploma, diploma equivalency, or GED and are pursuing or planning to pursue a vocational certificate, technical certificate, or various undergraduate degrees like associates or bachelors.

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Nicole Oliver
2024 Steps in Opportunity
Award recipient

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Alejandra Plascencia
2023 Steps in Opportunity
Award recipient

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Hannah Gaus
2022 Steps in Opportunity
Award recipient

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Without supporting program sponsors like Cowlitz Indian Tribe - we would not be able to expand existing and create new programs to support the women and girls of Thurston County.  Thank you!

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​Involvement in local, national, and international Anti-Human Trafficking programs.

​Soroptimists throughout the world serve their local communities and the worldwide community through their programs of service, striving for:

Gender Equality
Empowerment
Education
Diversity & Fellowship