I have often praised the diversity of Founder Region and emphasized how each club has its own unique features. That’s all true, but this month I realized something else. In many ways, we are all the same.Part of my role as your governor is to listen and give input as needed when a challenge arises. Recently I have had several issues come up with separate clubs and the reasons behind each were amaz...  Read More

The new Soroptimist 2025-2026 club year is well under way. Time to plan for Live Your Dream Awards, Violet Richardson Awards, Dream It Be It projects, Big Goal Accelerator projects, club giving, District Meetings in October, Region Conference in May, SIA Convention in July 2026 and who knows what else. There are a lot of things to think about and to do, so many goals to work for. More information ...  Read More

This past month has been inspiring in many different ways. I hope you have had some of the same inspiring experiences as I did.First, I attended several club installations. The enthusiasm was wonderful.  From large clubs to small clubs, there was a sense of a new beginning and great things about to happen along with recognition of past achievements. There was also wonderful camaraderie and friends...  Read More

Let me share a few observations.Soroptimist love recognition for themselves and others. Having an opportunity to brag about something your club has done or receiving a certificate is important.  We need to do lots of that in our clubs and as a region.Soroptimists like information. We seem to thrive when things are explained.  I hope enough of that happens and that we are not so busy with our BGAP,...  Read More

Yes, this blog is later than usual. That’s because I was off at the Founder Region Conference celebrating our achievements and learning with many of you. Now, I am back.Conference and the beginning of a new club year always make me think about why I am a Soroptimist and what I can do to maximize the value of my membership to myself and to others.  I urge you to do the same.As to the “whys,” seeing...  Read More

Last month I asked to hear what the clubs are bringing in new members are doing to be successful at that most important task. I have been watching and have come up with a few thoughts about that.Growing clubs recognize their members.  Whether it be a happy birthday or celebrating some recognition a member has received in her profession or community, those clubs are there. It doesn’t cost anything ...  Read More