News Archives - Soroptimist Raleigh NC https://soroptimistraleigh.org/category/news/ A global volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:54:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/wp-content/uploads/cropped-soroptimist-raleigh-site-icon-32x32.jpg News Archives - Soroptimist Raleigh NC https://soroptimistraleigh.org/category/news/ 32 32 Soroptimists Serve in March https://soroptimistraleigh.org/soroptimists-serve-in-march/ Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:25:45 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5667 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 helped collect period products for women and girls across the Raleigh-Durham area. Access to these essential […]

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]]> 2026 EmpowerHer Awards https://soroptimistraleigh.org/2026-empowerher-awards/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:09:01 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5616 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 our EmpowerHer Award program. The EmpowerHer initiative was created with a clear and […]

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]]> Chef Netta Brings Flavor https://soroptimistraleigh.org/chef-netta-brings-flavor/ Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:15:37 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5606 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 farm-inspired meal for our members, featuring chicken and vegetarian pastas, broccolini, fresh focaccia bread, […]

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]]> PuzzleMania VIII https://soroptimistraleigh.org/puzzlemania-viii/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:35:23 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5580 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 leadership and commitment to empowering women and girls fuel our Dream programs. These programs […]

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]]> PuzzleMania Now Feb. 7 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/puzzlemania-now-feb-7/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:09:03 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5560 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 NEXT Saturday! You don’t have to do anything […]

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]]> Puzzle Swap 2026 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/puzzle-swap-2026/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:16:32 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5534 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 about our club, and enjoyed a sneak peek at our upcoming speed-puzzling fundraiser, PuzzleMania. The event […]

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]]> PuzzleMania VIII – Jan. 31 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/puzzlemania-viii-jan-31/ Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:03:27 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5523 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 auction featuring unique puzzles, handbags, and other great […]

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]]> Holiday Celebration https://soroptimistraleigh.org/holiday-celebration/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:53:33 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5503 Pictured above L-R: members Sarita and Carloyn, new members Kathleen Hurley and Linda Bonini, member Joanne. Our annual Holiday Brunch was attended by over 30 members, awardees, and friends for a festive morning of celebration, connection, and gratitude. This year’s event, held at High Park Bar & Grill in Raleigh, was beautifully organized by Lynn […]

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]]> Awardee Updates https://soroptimistraleigh.org/awardee-updates/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:18:09 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5484 Our 2025 Live Your Dream Award recipients are truly remarkable. Their stories continue to remind us of the transformative power of these awards. As we’ve been catching up with each of them, we’re inspired by the many ways they’re using their awards to build stability, pursue new opportunities, and move closer to economic independence. MakeekoMakeeko, […]

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]]> Soroptimists Serve at the Women’s Center https://soroptimistraleigh.org/soroptimists-serve-at-the-womens-center/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:21:42 +0000 https://soroptimistraleigh.org/?p=5477 On October 29, eight members of Soroptimist International of Raleigh prepared, delivered, and served a warm home-cooked meal of chili, corn muffins, and cookies to 70 women experiencing homelessness at the Women’s Center of Wake County. Led by Service Committee chair Julie Waller, the project required thoughtful planning and coordination, including shopping for ingredients, meal […]

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