Fundraising

  • Fundraising,  Live Your Dream,  Soroptimist

    Once Upon a Holiday

    “Once Upon a Holiday” … Let’s celebrate online for the holiday season and have a sparkly night of fun & games, songs, caroling & stories to celebrate the season. Multi-talented Shari Ulrich & Megan Phillips will be the special guests will be the special guests. Arriving straight from the North Pole, special guest, SANTA CLAUS will top the evening to bring more holiday cheer. There will be a demonstration of holiday drinks and holiday food (appetizers) to get us started… Recipes are available in the Event Details that you can view after you purchase your ticket so ingredients can be gathered ahead of time for the demo. Arrive in your…

  • Fundraising

    Around the Kitchen Table with Beverley Elliott

    Soroptimist International of Vancouver is pleased to announce its upcoming Fundraising Event on Saturday, June 19th: Around the Kitchen Table with Beverley Elliott ‘Around the Kitchen Table’ – an evening of heartfelt & Hilarious Songs and Stories with in celebration of women – Beverley will sing and tell tales of unexpected epiphanies she has stumbled upon… from her rural roots to urban myths Date: Saturday, June 19, 2021 Time: 7:00pm Venue: Zoom Price: CAD$20 / ticket Purchase Tickets on Eventbrite Beverley’s Bio Singer, songwriter, storyteller, actor and comedian. With over 100 film and TV credits to her name, Beverley Elliott has made a name for herself in the entertainment business.…

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  • Fundraising

    Fairytale Fundraiser Supports Programs for Women

    Delight in a fairytale evening while supporting local women and girls – the perfect way to ring in the Christmas Season! Soroptimist International of Vancouver (SIV) and A.S.K Friendship Centre are proud to present, for one night only, the Metro Theatre production of Sleeping Beauty on Wednesday, December 16th. This traditional pantomime brings the beloved fairytale to life through wonderful songs, dances, costumes and sets. The evening will also feature a raffle and prizes. SIV is dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls through programs and educational awards that lead to greater social and economic empowerment. A.S.K. Friendship Centre is an adult day centre focusing on the well-being…

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  • Fundraising,  Local Community,  Soroptimist,  Stop Bullying,  Stop Gender Violence

    The Power of Choice – Campus Safety Workshop Stage I

    The first stage of the workshops is focusing on male-identified audience and elaborating the concept of the Power of Choice. A powerful heart-and-eye-opening large group presentation to an all male identified audience on masculinity conditioning and gender stereotypes and how they impact the choices young men make regarding their behaviours and attitudes toward each other and in particular, toward girls and women. In this presentation the audience will be introduced to “The Male Code of Conduct”. The expectations and limitations of this male code, how to navigate it and how to find freedom through the concept of THE POWER OF CHOICE: the power that each individual has to choose what…

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  • Education,  Fundraising,  Girls Program,  Local Community,  Stop Bullying,  Stop Gender Violence

    The Last Word – Some Thoughts on Victim Blaming

    The Last Word – Some Thoughts on Victim Blaming By Anita Roberts, SafeTeen International As women, we are vulnerable to acts of violence because: we live in a violent and misogynist world and we are perceived as vulnerable, we are often physically smaller, we are not taught skills to defend ourselves or effectively prevent violent confrontations. As women we may find it difficult and even impossible to prevent or defend ourselves from an act of violence because: We have been conditioned to be polite and trusting. We have been conditioned to believe that we are not capable of taking courageous action on our own behalf. We have been conditioned to…

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  • Fundraising

    Soroptimist Vancouver Kickstarts the New Club Year with Bling Bling Wine Tasting

    Divino Estate Winery & Fifth Avenue Collection are holding a fundraiser for Soroptimist International of Vancouver on Sunday, Sept 21st, 1:00 – 3:00 pm at “Corks ‘n Candles”, 1610 Robson Street (inside the Robson Public Market with Free Parking underground) A percentage of sales from both vendors will go to fund “New Girls Program” for Soroptimist International of Vancouver Want to learn about Soroptimist and what we do for the community and the world? Come and drop in for a chart! We have info booth there for you. Please RSVP to SIV Fundraising Committee by Friday, Sept 19th – Minimum 6 people to RSVP You are most welcome to bring…

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  • Fundraising,  Local Projects,  Seniors,  Soroptimist

    Enjoy Toe-tapping Entertainment with Backspin, for ASK Friendship Centre

    ASK Friendship Society is one of the organizations that Soroptimist International of Vancouver has sponsored for many years. A. S. K. = The Arbutus, Shaughnessy, Kerrisdale Friendship Society ASK held its small fundraising event on Thursday, August 14, 2014. Five of the members from Soroptimist International of Vancouver had supported the event and enjoy the great time there. The purpose of this Fundraiser was to raise funds for gasoline and other necessary maintenance expenditures for its transportation – an 18 passenger wheelchair accessible vehicle. ASK Friendship Society is an Adult Day Centre, funded by the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, focusing on the well being of seniors and their caregivers. One…

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  • Fundraising,  Girls Program,  Live Your Dream,  SIA Convention,  Soroptimist

    B.C. Divino Estate Winery Supporting Soroptimist New Girl Program in Vancouver!

    Divino Estate Winery – “Every bottle of wine sold to a Soroptimist will result in a direct donation of $1.00 to SIA” Soroptimist International of Americas is holding its 43rd Biennial Convention at Vancouver Convention Centre between July 23 and July 26. More than a thousand of Soroptimist members are gathering in Vancouver from around the world to celebrate the launch of its new Girl Program which benefits the girls around the world. Divino Estate Winery – one of the oldest wineries in B.C., Canada & its store, Corks ‘n Candles that sells wine and gifts including handmade Canadian items announced today: Every bottle of wine sold to a Soroptimist…

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  • Fundraising,  Live Your Dream,  Violet Richardson Awards

    Violet Richardson Award 2013 Recipient – Vivien Wong

    Congratulations! Soroptimist International of Vancouver recognized Vivien’s efforts to make our community a better place. Recipient: Vivien Wong ($500.00 Award) Charity: International Issues Club ($500.00 Award) Currently in Grade 11 and attending Steveston London Secondary School in Richmond Bc, she has volunteered 300 + hours in her community and have been on the honour roll since Grade 8. Currently, she is the Co-President of two clubs, International Issues Club and Interact Club and Vice President for a club called Sharks Ambassador Club. On top of that, she is also part of the Student Council, First Responsers, Engineering club and library monitor Club. As Co-President of the International Issues Club, she…

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  • Celebration of Success,  Fundraising

    50th BIRTHDAY – Soroptimist Foundation of Canada

    50th BIRTHDAYSoroptimist Foundation of Canada GOLD & PEARLS DINNER November 16, 20136:00 – 11:00 P.M. Floral Hall VanDusen Botanical Garden5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, B.C. Attire: Semi-Formal Elegant Music! Entertainment! Silent Auction! Prizes! $75 – For tickets call now 604-921-6852$50 Donation Tax Receipt Visit Website:www.soroptimistvancouver.orgwww.soroptimistfoundation.ca Hosted By: Soroptimist International of Vancouver – a service club for women since 1926!

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