SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF UKIAH ANNUAL COMMUNITY GIVING
2013 - Soroptimist International of Ukiah (SI Ukiah) presented donations of more than $3,500 to local organizations at their annual Community Giving Luncheon.
Organization representatives expressed their gratitude for the support from SI Ukiah and presented information to the club about the services they provide and how their portion of the club's annual giving supports their programs.
Project Sanctuary Executive Director, Dina Polkinghorne, was unable to attend, but expressed her appreciation to SI Ukiah as an instrumental partner of their transition program for victims of domestic violence. “Soroptimists are incredibly supportive of the work we do at Project Sanctuary and the vulnerable survivors we work with.” said Dina.
CASA of Mendocino and Lake Counties Executive Director, Sheryn Hildebrand, expressed appreciation for the donation which will be put to good use to reproduce curriculum manuals used to train Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers. The training provides volunteers the ability to look after the best interests and advocate on behalf of local children to help the courts make better decisions.
“Without the help of SI Ukiah and other civic organizations, businesses and private donations, the Miss Mendocino County program would not be able to help young women continue their education”, said Verna Jacobs, Miss Mendocino County Executive Director. This year alone, two young women will attend UC colleges, two will attend private universities, five will attend Mendocino Community College and one will be furthering her education in a trade school.
The Cancer Resource Center Executive Director, Sara O’Donnell and Support Services Manager, Nancy Johnson shared that their portion of SI Ukiah’s annual giving will be dedicated to the Women’s Cancer Support Group in Ukiah. This fundamental caring circle provides support to a number of women with varying stages of cancer. CRCMC provides services free of charge to support, educate and guide women, men and children through diagnosis and treatment.
Donna Ford, Program Director for the Ukiah Senior Center Lunch Bunch touched the hearts of SI Ukiah members as she shared stories which highlighted the importance of this program to many Seniors in our community. The Lunch Bunch provides a welcoming place for isolated seniors and those with disabilities to spend time socializing over lunch with peers. It also provides much needed respite for family members who are often the primary caregivers.
Ukiah Valley Association for Habilitation (UVAH) Executive Director, Pam Jensen expressed her appreciation for SI Ukiah’s sponsorship of their annual golf tournament. Proceeds are used to help people with disabilities meet their full potential as individuals and productive citizens in our community. UVAH provides a wide range of services, a supportive environment, educates and involves the community in an effort to integrate people with disabilities into community life.
Ukiah Dolphins Swim Team Treasurer, Laura Xerogeanes and Board Member, Shelley Barrett expressed their appreciation of the ongoing volunteerism and donations from SI Ukiah in support of the young swimmers who participate in
the Annual Ukiah Soroptimist Invitational Swim Meet since 1956.
Boys and Girls Club of Ukiah Chief Professional Officer, Liz Elmore thanked SI Ukiah for the donation made during the Ukiah Daily Journal Fund Drive, allowing the contribution to be doubled through a corporate match. Every day the Boys & Girls Club of Ukiah strives to improve the lives of children by implementing self-esteem, courage, and positive values through their many educational programs. The SMART Girls program nurtures the qualities that are proven to lead to succes in life.
Organization representatives expressed their gratitude for the support from SI Ukiah and presented information to the club about the services they provide and how their portion of the club's annual giving supports their programs.
Project Sanctuary Executive Director, Dina Polkinghorne, was unable to attend, but expressed her appreciation to SI Ukiah as an instrumental partner of their transition program for victims of domestic violence. “Soroptimists are incredibly supportive of the work we do at Project Sanctuary and the vulnerable survivors we work with.” said Dina.
CASA of Mendocino and Lake Counties Executive Director, Sheryn Hildebrand, expressed appreciation for the donation which will be put to good use to reproduce curriculum manuals used to train Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers. The training provides volunteers the ability to look after the best interests and advocate on behalf of local children to help the courts make better decisions.
“Without the help of SI Ukiah and other civic organizations, businesses and private donations, the Miss Mendocino County program would not be able to help young women continue their education”, said Verna Jacobs, Miss Mendocino County Executive Director. This year alone, two young women will attend UC colleges, two will attend private universities, five will attend Mendocino Community College and one will be furthering her education in a trade school.
The Cancer Resource Center Executive Director, Sara O’Donnell and Support Services Manager, Nancy Johnson shared that their portion of SI Ukiah’s annual giving will be dedicated to the Women’s Cancer Support Group in Ukiah. This fundamental caring circle provides support to a number of women with varying stages of cancer. CRCMC provides services free of charge to support, educate and guide women, men and children through diagnosis and treatment.
Donna Ford, Program Director for the Ukiah Senior Center Lunch Bunch touched the hearts of SI Ukiah members as she shared stories which highlighted the importance of this program to many Seniors in our community. The Lunch Bunch provides a welcoming place for isolated seniors and those with disabilities to spend time socializing over lunch with peers. It also provides much needed respite for family members who are often the primary caregivers.
Ukiah Valley Association for Habilitation (UVAH) Executive Director, Pam Jensen expressed her appreciation for SI Ukiah’s sponsorship of their annual golf tournament. Proceeds are used to help people with disabilities meet their full potential as individuals and productive citizens in our community. UVAH provides a wide range of services, a supportive environment, educates and involves the community in an effort to integrate people with disabilities into community life.
Ukiah Dolphins Swim Team Treasurer, Laura Xerogeanes and Board Member, Shelley Barrett expressed their appreciation of the ongoing volunteerism and donations from SI Ukiah in support of the young swimmers who participate in
the Annual Ukiah Soroptimist Invitational Swim Meet since 1956.
Boys and Girls Club of Ukiah Chief Professional Officer, Liz Elmore thanked SI Ukiah for the donation made during the Ukiah Daily Journal Fund Drive, allowing the contribution to be doubled through a corporate match. Every day the Boys & Girls Club of Ukiah strives to improve the lives of children by implementing self-esteem, courage, and positive values through their many educational programs. The SMART Girls program nurtures the qualities that are proven to lead to succes in life.
2012 - Soroptimist International of Ukiah, a volunteer organization for business and professional women who work to improve the lives of women and girls in our community and throughout the world, presented donations totaling more than $3,000 to four local organizations at their April 18, 2012 meeting.
Representatives from the Cancer Resource Center, Anton Stadium, Project Sanctuary and Ukiah Dolphins Swim Team, each expressed their gratitude for the contribution and presented information to the club about how their portion of the club's annual giving would be put to good use.
The Cancer Resource Center, an organization which provides services free of charge to support, educate and guide men, women and children through cancer diagnosis and treatment, is dedicating this money to the Women's Cancer Support Group in Ukiah. This fundamental caring circle provides support to a number of women with varying stages of cancer.
Anton Stadium was originally built in 1952. Through donations, volunteer work projects and serving refreshments, Soroptimists had a hand in the completion of the original sports complex. Looking through the book ...The Story of How We Built It! A Thumbnail History of Ukiah's New Recreation Park, you'll find a photo of Soroptimist members conducting what they called "operation vacuum cleaner", cleaning the grandstand seating prior to painting. Today, like-minded community volunteers in support of sportsmanship, fairness and providing opportunities for all young people to build strong minds and bodies through sports, are working together to rebuild what had deteriorated over the years .
Project Sanctuary provides emergency shelter and support services to end domestic violence and sexual abuse in our community, serving over 2,000 victims each year. Presenting the donation to Project Sanctuary at the April club meeting was timely, providing Soroptimist International of Ukiah members the opportunity to learn more about the organization during National Sexual Assault Awareness month.
During the acceptance of the Ukiah Dolphins Swim Team donation, Peggy Ramirez presented Tami Glasco, SI Ukiah President, with a commemorative plaque honoring Soroptimist International of Ukiah for their ongoing volunteerism and donations in support of the Annual Ukiah Soroptimist Invitational Swim Meet since 1956. Ukiah Dolphins offers local youth a USA year round competitive swim team and a summer and winter seasonal USA Water Polo team.
Representatives from the Cancer Resource Center, Anton Stadium, Project Sanctuary and Ukiah Dolphins Swim Team, each expressed their gratitude for the contribution and presented information to the club about how their portion of the club's annual giving would be put to good use.
The Cancer Resource Center, an organization which provides services free of charge to support, educate and guide men, women and children through cancer diagnosis and treatment, is dedicating this money to the Women's Cancer Support Group in Ukiah. This fundamental caring circle provides support to a number of women with varying stages of cancer.
Anton Stadium was originally built in 1952. Through donations, volunteer work projects and serving refreshments, Soroptimists had a hand in the completion of the original sports complex. Looking through the book ...The Story of How We Built It! A Thumbnail History of Ukiah's New Recreation Park, you'll find a photo of Soroptimist members conducting what they called "operation vacuum cleaner", cleaning the grandstand seating prior to painting. Today, like-minded community volunteers in support of sportsmanship, fairness and providing opportunities for all young people to build strong minds and bodies through sports, are working together to rebuild what had deteriorated over the years .
Project Sanctuary provides emergency shelter and support services to end domestic violence and sexual abuse in our community, serving over 2,000 victims each year. Presenting the donation to Project Sanctuary at the April club meeting was timely, providing Soroptimist International of Ukiah members the opportunity to learn more about the organization during National Sexual Assault Awareness month.
During the acceptance of the Ukiah Dolphins Swim Team donation, Peggy Ramirez presented Tami Glasco, SI Ukiah President, with a commemorative plaque honoring Soroptimist International of Ukiah for their ongoing volunteerism and donations in support of the Annual Ukiah Soroptimist Invitational Swim Meet since 1956. Ukiah Dolphins offers local youth a USA year round competitive swim team and a summer and winter seasonal USA Water Polo team.
