September 2024
August 31, 2024

Pumpkin Spice is back. September is here! At SICI, we are cruising into the autumn months with a whole host of amazing programming. (None bigger than our Think Pink Barbie Bingo). Read on for all the happenings in our September Newsletter!


Good and Welfare

  1. Congratulations to Gabriela Santana’s daughter Maleina Castellanos, who just completed her first year of college with Honors in Sign Language
  2. Our Sincerest Condolences to Noemi Valdez, whose husband Ricardo passed away. Noemi, know that SICI is here to support you and your family.
  3. Our Sincerest Condolences to Pat Cruz Mendoza, whose mother passed away. Pat, we at a SICI are here for you and your family.
  4. This month we are honoring the memory of Linda Hall’s son, Kevin Hall.

Looking for a creative way to honor the women in your life? Say “Happy Birthday,” “Congratulations,” “Thank You,” or send your condolences by making a tribute to Soroptimist International of Channel Islands in the name of your friend, colleague, mother, daughter, sister, etc. An acknowledgement will be emailed to the person you choose to honor. Click here to make your tribute!



Soroptimist International of Channel Islands

Presents

October 19th, 2024

11:30am-3:30pm

Pacific Corinthian Yacht club


Be sure to stay updated!

Sign up for our newsletter here!


Thank you!

This past month, 5 of our SICI members participated in James Storehouse’s Back to School Bash, where volunteers helped to hand out backpacks to 1200 foster and “at risk” kids as they prepared to begin the new school year. Amanda, JuliAnn, Gabriela, Pat, and Maria, thank you for representing our chapter in the community!





We are aiming to create 25 more Bold and Worthy Bags and need the following items:

Questions? Email Amanda

Bold and Worthy Bag Update: ITEMS NEEDED!!

5 journals 22 lotions 25 boxes of markers
7 toothbrushes 24 dental floss 25 pens
4 candles 21 shampoo 23 mouthwash
24 cozy socks 75 conditioner 15 bars soap
10 cloth hand-sewn bags 25 colored pencils 25 adult coloring books


Live Your Dream Awards Applications Open!

Applicants will still have three months to start, complete and submit their applications and at least one reference. To begin an application, click here. If you prefer a printable application, use this pdf document.

SIA is launching a new member engagement initiative called UpliftHER. To learn more and register for the exclusive program launch webinar, click here.


Santa Barbara

  • Angela White
  • Brooke Stephens
  • Debbie & Bill Gohlke

Anacapa

  • Maria & Todd Workman
  • Vivian Laufer

San Miguel

  • JuliAnn & Keith Laufer

Other News from Soroptimist International...

Help us Fundraise!


Introducing RaiseRight, our newest partner that allows you to fundraise for SICI while shopping at your favorite stores! See this video to find out how you can get started easily! Use code 9DQFWH46M2AR to link with SICI!



Happy Birthday!

Happy Anniversary!

HAPPY 1 YEAR TO SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF CHANNEL ISLANDS!!!

September 5: Brooke Stephens

September 8: Karen Campbell

September 8: JuliAnn Laufer

September 15: Juliane Detweiler

Thank You to Our Affiliates

Santa Barbara Level: Angela White

Anacapa Level: Vivian Laufer

San Miguel Level: Juliann and Keith Laufer

Juliane Detweiler, Keith Laufer, Karen Campbell, Pat Mendoza Cruz, and Phyllis Thompson

A special thank you to our affiliates, whose generous support enables us to make an extraordinary impact on the lives on women and girls in our community.


Events Coming Up at SICI…


September 15: SICI 1-year Anniversary Celebration (more details to come)

September 19 (with Soroptimist International of Simi Valley): Little Black Dress 2024, 5:00 - 9:30 pm @ Walnut Grove Venue, Moorpark

October 19: Hi Barbie! Luncheon and Fundraiser, 11:30-2:30 pm @ Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club

October 24:  Paint Party Fundraiser (joint SI program), 6 pm - 8 pm @ Painting with a Twist

November 2: Soroptimist International Camino Real Region Fall Workshop, 10 am - 3 pm @ Ramona Convent Secondary School (more details to come!)

December 8: Holiday Centerpiece Class with Alma and Flowers by Paulann (more details to come!)


Santa Barbara

  • Angela White
  • Brooke Stephens
  • Debbie & Bill Gohlke

Anacapa

  • Maria & Todd Workman
  • Vivian Laufer

San Miguel

  • JuliAnn & Keith Laufer

Santa Barbara

  • Angela White
  • Brooke Stephens
  • Debbie & Bill Gohlke

Anacapa

  • Maria & Todd Workman
  • Vivian Laufer

San Miguel

  • JuliAnn & Keith Laufer
March 29, 2025
Happy Happy Birthday April 14: Ilya Vite April 30: Kathy Gray April 30: Vivian Laufer Welcome to SICI! Charlotte Balzer-Gott Happy One Year Anniversary 1 Year: Janice Aharon-Ezer 2 Years: Joji Barris Poster Looking for a creative way to honor the women in your life? Say “Happy Birthday,” “Congratulations,” “Thank You,” or send your condolences by making a tribute to Soroptimist International of Channel Islands in the name of your friend, colleague, mother, daughter, sister, etc. An acknowledgement will be emailed to the person you choose to honor. Click here to make your tribute! 
February 25, 2025
Happy Happy Birthday March 2: Lucinda Connelly March 8: Mikayla Laufer March 24: Gabrielle LeDoux Congratulations to Phyllis Thompson on her new home! Sending Well Wishes to Pat Mendoza Cruz as she recovers from a broken knee Happy One Year Anniversary to Kathy Gray! Looking for a creative way to honor the women in your life? Say “Happy Birthday,” “Congratulations,” “Thank You,” or send your condolences by making a tribute to Soroptimist International of Channel Islands in the name of your friend, colleague, mother, daughter, sister, etc. An acknowledgement will be emailed to the person you choose to honor. Click here to make your tribute!
February 1, 2025
From all of us at Soroptimist International of Channel Islands, we hope your families and friends in the Greater LA community are safe and, for those evacuated, can return to their homes soon. We find it our duty to support the Greater LA community, and no more so than now. This month, we continue to do what we can to build a better Channel Islands and Greater LA community. For those in immediate need of aid, we encourage you to apply here .
December 30, 2024
From all of us at Soroptimist International of Channel Islands, Happy New Year! Whether you traveled or stayed home, we hope you have enjoyed the holiday season. As we enter 2025, Soroptimist International of Channel Islands is poised to truly launch into the new year. Read on for all the up and comings at SICI!
November 30, 2024
As we nosh on Thanksgiving leftovers, we at Soroptimist International of Channel Islands are reflecting on the extraordinary community around us. Thank you for being a part of this incredible work, for giving what you can, and for helping SICI continue to grow each month. This club’s strength comes from you all. As we move from Thanksgiving into the December holiday season, these are the people and moments that carry us forward.
October 27, 2024
Thank you to everyone who came out and made our Barbie Bingo Brunch an incredible success. Soroptimist International of Channel Islands set a new fundraising record, all because of you. As we near the festive season, SICI is pushing on the throttle to make the most impact possible this holiday season. Welcome to November at SICI!
Show More