News and Events
Soroptimist Raleigh’s latest news and events.
A Letter from 2025 Live Your Dream Awardee Tanea
Thank you so much for taking the time to learn more about me and for investing in women who are working hard to build a better future. I am truly honored and grateful for your support.I have wanted to go to college since I was in middle school and high school....
2026 Live Your Dream Awards
On April 11, 2026, Soroptimist International of Raleigh hosted its annual Live Your Dream Awards Luncheon at Bloomsbury Bistro, marking 20 years of honoring women through this impactful program. Led by Mary Woodard, Terri Craig, and Carolyn Skowron, the luncheon...
Soroptimists Serve in March
Soroptimist International of Raleigh is proud to partner with organizations making a meaningful difference for women and girls in our community. In collaboration with the Duke University Baldwin Scholars, Progress Period, the Duke Women's Center, and WISER clubs, we...
2026 EmpowerHer Awards
At Soroptimist International of Raleigh, our mission has been rooted in empowering women and helping them achieve their full potential through education. This March, we are proud to continue that mission by awarding a total of $5,000 to 13 deserving recipients through...
Chef Netta Brings Flavor
Chef Netta Brings Flavor—and Gratitude—to Our March Meeting Soroptimist International of Raleigh was delighted to welcome back Chef Netta, a 2021 Live Your Dream Award recipient, as the caterer for our March 10, 2026 monthly meeting. Chef Netta prepared a delicious...
PuzzleMania VIII
Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and community, PuzzleMania VIII raised over $11,000 and welcomed more than 120 participants to our 8th annual speed puzzling event. This year’s success would not have been possible without our corporate partners, whose...
PuzzleMania Now Feb. 7
Due to the upcoming winter storm, we have made the difficult decision to reschedule PuzzleMania to the following Saturday, February 7. It will be at the same location & the same time so we hope to see everyone there! If you CAN attend…Wonderful! We will see you...
Puzzle Swap 2026
On January 10, Soroptimist International of Raleigh, in partnership with Raleigh Brewing Company, hosted a lively and successful Puzzle Swap that welcomed more than 100 puzzle enthusiasts for an afternoon of fun and connection. Attendees swapped puzzles, learned more...
PuzzleMania VIII – Jan. 31
Join us at our 8th PuzzleMania, where teams of four race against the clock — and each other — by assembling an identical 500-piece puzzle. All while raising funds to support local women and girls! -- Prizes for the fastest teams-- Door Prizes-- A 50/50 raffle-- Silent...