Conference is just a few days away and I am getting so excited! Our host clubs (SI/Novato, SI/Oakmont Wine Country, and SI/Santa Rosa) have really been working hard to ensure members have a great time this weekend. When you see those members, be sure to tell them “Thank you” for all they have done! So much goes on “behind the scenes” ahead of time and they have put forth the extra effort for all o...  Read More

Conference is only a month away and we are getting excited! Here are a few reminders about important deadlines:Dream Programs Fundraiser: Sell or purchase drawing tickets and submit with club check to your District Representative by APRIL 10. Remember to provide a basket valued at $150 on Sunday morning at conference.Registration and Meal Form: Complete the forms ASAP and send to Cara Begley, Conf...  Read More

The 48th Annual Founder Region Conference is just around the corner and I invite you to attend at the newly  remodeled San Ramon Marriott. It has been 5 years since we had Conference in San Ramon, so your Founder Region Board is looking forwarding to providing a wonderful time for you during the weekend. Mark your calendars for May 3rd  through 5th as we gather for fun, fellowship,  and some regio...  Read More

Love is in the air and that is a great thing for our clubs as we embark on awards season and start to plan for our upcoming events. Plans are well underway for our 2024 Founder Region Conference and we are very excited to be back in San Ramon once again; it feels like our “home” for conference. Mark your calendars for May 3rd through 5th as we gather at the San Ramon Marriott. As always, we want t...  Read More

The past few months have been extremely hectic. We have been through District Meetings and many holiday parties and fundraisers. Live Your Dream applications have been submitted and clubs are in the midst of judging for deserving awardees. Many clubs are also working on their Violet Richardson Award judging. Several clubs are working on Dream It, Be It projects, many of them new to the program. Ou...  Read More

The holidays are upon us and no matter how you celebrate,  Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, remember that it is truly more rewarding to give than to receive.  I ask that you consider making Soroptimist and/or Founder Region Fellowship, your charity of choice. Even the smallest of donations will be used to help the many women and girls who need us the most.I wish you the best and merriest of holida...  Read More