June 2024

June 6, 2024

Summer is upon us and we are turning up the heat. Over the last several months, Soroptimist International of Channel Islands has successfully engaged hundreds of members, generating an extraordinary impact on our local community (see the thermometer below!). As you read below, we encourage you to find your place in our diverse array of volunteer opportunities.

Bold and Worthy Bags Update!

Our Bold and Worthy campaign is reaching new heights! With 15 more bags donated from our Delicate Delights event and 5 participants from our James Storehouse event helped (we outfitted these foster kids aging out of the system), we are up to 166 lives impacted this year!

How You Can Help - We Need More Supplies!

We are still collecting items for our Bold and Worthy Bags! Below is a list of needed supplies:

  • Deodorant, Chapstick, Hairbrushes, Hair Ties, Body/Hand Lotion, Nail Clippers, Nail Polish, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel, Face Mask, Toothpaste, Face Wash, Tooth Brush
  • Spiral Notebook/Journal, Pens, Adult Coloring Books, Markers/Colored Pencils, Embroidery Kits, Candles, Blankets, Travel Mug/Water Flask/Mugs, Cozy Socks, Doodle Diary


Coming Up Next…

Women Build: A Collaboration with Habitat for Humanity


Join SICI and Habitat for Humanity as we work to repair 4 homes in Thousand Oaks. The cost to attend is $90 and includes breakfast, lunch, prizes, and giveaways. All proceeds from the event will help provide safe, decent, and affordable shelter for local individuals and families in need. For more information and to sign up, click below.

Brunch and Flower Arranging with Alma of PaulAnn's Flowers. June 30th, 11:30-2pm. 145 North A St. Oxnard, CA 93030. $20 Zelle or Venmo payment required to SIChannelislands@soroptimist.net
sichannelislands@soroptimist.net
Sip and Sea event. A social evening with Soroptimist of Channel Islands. July 18th at 4:30pm.

SICI Retreat: SAVE THE DATE!!!!

It’s Retreat Time!

We want to see YOU and hear from YOU.

More details to follow regarding registration, schedule, etc.!

When: July 14, 1 pm - 4 pm

Where: Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club

Save the date!

Soroptimist International of Channel Islands

Presents

October 19th, 2024

11:00am-2:30pm

Pacific Corinthian Yacht club


Be sure to stay updated!

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Santa Barbara

  • Angela White
  • Brooke Stephens
  • Debbie & Bill Gohlke

Anacapa

  • Maria & Todd Workman
  • Vivian Laufer

San Miguel

  • JuliAnn & Keith Laufer

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 This Month…


June 6: Board Meeting (Board meetings will be held on the First Thursday of every month)

June 11-12: Soroptimist of Americas Leadership Roundtable (on Zoom, Register Here), 4 pm - 6 pm

June 13: Business Meeting (Business meetings will be held on the Second Thursday of every month)

June 22: Women Who Build w/ Habitat for Humanity ($90/person)

June 30: Brunch and Flower Arrangements, 11:30 am-2 pm @ 145 North A Street

July 14: SICI Retreat, 1 pm - 4 pm @ Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club

July 18: Sip and Sea, 5:30 pm @ Water’s Edge (1510 Anchors Way Drive Ventura, CA)

August 31: Soroptimist Day in the Community (more details to come)

September 14: Yoga and Brunch at the Beach (more details to come)

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

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


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