Soroptimist International of Visalia
Soroptimist is an international volunteer service organization for business and professional women interested in improving the lives of women and girls, in our local community and throughout the world.
The word “Soroptimist” is a coined term meaning “Best for Women.”
Soroptimist was founded in 1921 in Oakland, California, by a group of businesswomen who wanted to have a service club similar to those already in existence for men. It has grown from one club to 3,000 clubs with more than 100,000 members in 120 countries throughout the world.
Soroptimist focuses on helping to improve the lives of women and girls, help women achieve economic and political equality, serves as a global voice for women, provides leadership development opportunities for women, and works toward world peace and understanding.
This is accomplished through education, scholarships and involvement in community and international service projects.
The word “Soroptimist” is a coined term meaning “Best for Women.”
Soroptimist was founded in 1921 in Oakland, California, by a group of businesswomen who wanted to have a service club similar to those already in existence for men. It has grown from one club to 3,000 clubs with more than 100,000 members in 120 countries throughout the world.
Soroptimist focuses on helping to improve the lives of women and girls, help women achieve economic and political equality, serves as a global voice for women, provides leadership development opportunities for women, and works toward world peace and understanding.
This is accomplished through education, scholarships and involvement in community and international service projects.



