"It is what you do that counts" - Violet Richardson |
VIOLET RICHARDSON AWARD
Deadline: November 15th
This award program is conducted by the Soroptimist International of the Americas Federation to honor young women, ages
14 - 17, who are engaged in volunteer action within their communities or schools. As a volunteer service organization Soroptimist believes that by acknowledging volunteer involvement of young women now, they will grow up to be vital active members of the community.
The Award begins at the local Soroptimist club level, where the type of award varies from a certificate and recognition at a club meeting or special event to a monetary gift to the young woman and/or her charity. Club level winners then become eligible to compete at the district level and the six district level winners are honored at the annual Founder Region Conference where the Region winner is announced. The Region winner is then one of 28 Soroptimist International of the Americas finalists, one of whom will receive a $2,500 contribution to her volunteer organization.
The award is named after Violet Richardson, the president of the first Soroptimist club in Alameda County in 1921. Richardson believed in personal responsibility and the motto, “It's what you do that counts.” She lived her life accordingly, as an active member in her community who was committed to creating opportunities for girls and young women. Soroptimist established this award to honor the memory of this unique woman and her dedication to volunteer action.
14 - 17, who are engaged in volunteer action within their communities or schools. As a volunteer service organization Soroptimist believes that by acknowledging volunteer involvement of young women now, they will grow up to be vital active members of the community.
The Award begins at the local Soroptimist club level, where the type of award varies from a certificate and recognition at a club meeting or special event to a monetary gift to the young woman and/or her charity. Club level winners then become eligible to compete at the district level and the six district level winners are honored at the annual Founder Region Conference where the Region winner is announced. The Region winner is then one of 28 Soroptimist International of the Americas finalists, one of whom will receive a $2,500 contribution to her volunteer organization.
The award is named after Violet Richardson, the president of the first Soroptimist club in Alameda County in 1921. Richardson believed in personal responsibility and the motto, “It's what you do that counts.” She lived her life accordingly, as an active member in her community who was committed to creating opportunities for girls and young women. Soroptimist established this award to honor the memory of this unique woman and her dedication to volunteer action.
