Avys Hathaway Scholarship Endowment Award
This award, named after a dedicated Soroptimist Seattle member, is special to the Seattle club. Two awards of $5,000 each are granted to women who are a single parent or head of household, pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree, who live in the Puget Sound Region.
Application deadline is November 15* Follow instructions to apply
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*Applications are due annually on or near November 15.
Live Your Dream! Award
This award provides monetary assistance to women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families. Each year, more than $2.4 million in education grants are awarded to over 1,500 women, worldwide, many of whom have overcome enormous obstacles. Soroptimist Seattle-Metro gives awards based on the need and quality of the application. The SISM club award is $5,000.
Winners at the club level are automatically considered for the regional level award. Award amounts vary.
Application deadline is November 15th every year.
For more information and to apply, please visit: Soroptimist.org
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Dream it. Be it.
Career Support for Girls
This program is focused on giving girls the tools they need to achieve their education and career goals, empowering them to break cycles of poverty, violence, and abuse.
Holiday Wreath Fundraiser
With the support of our donors, we raised over $3,500 in 2022 toward our education awards and programs.
Please request an order form at siseattlemetropolitan@soroptimist.net
Each wreath includes an assortment of unique decorations and ornaments, including gold, silver, bronze, or natural pinecones with a coordinating bow.
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Holiday Giving Program
During the holidays, SISM partners with the City of Seattle, Aging and Disability Services to provide holiday gifts for disadvantaged senior women living alone. Our personal touches to make the gifts special enrich their holidays and are hand-delivered.