November 2024

October 27, 2024

Thank you to everyone who came out and made our Barbie Bingo Brunch an incredible success. Soroptimist International of Channel Islands set a new fundraising record, all because of you. As we near the festive season, SICI is pushing on the throttle to make the most impact possible this holiday season. Welcome to November at SICI!

Last month, we added 25 more Bold and Worthy bags to our count, meaning 25 more incredible individuals received vital supplies.


Want to donate? Here are the items we need:

Journals, lotions, boxes of markers, toothbrushes, dental floss, pens, candles, shampoo, mouthwash, cozy socks, conditioner, bars soap, cloth hand-sewn bags, colored pencils, adult coloring books


Questions? Email Amanda

Bold and Worthy Bag Update

Two weeks ago, SICI member Mikayla Laufer donated her kidney. We commend Mikayla for this incredibly selfless act and wish her a quick and easy recovery!


Looking for a creative way to honor the women in your life? Say “Happy Birthday,” “Congratulations,” “Thank You,” or send your condolences by making a tribute to Soroptimist International of Channel Islands in the name of your friend, colleague, mother, daughter, sister, etc. An acknowledgement will be emailed to the person you choose to honor. Click here to make your tribute!

Good and Welfare

A Month to Remember

This past month, SICI made history. With its biggest fundraiser ever in our Barbie Bingo Brunch followed by an extraordinary night of Painting with a Purpose in support of the Stop Human Trafficking campaign, SICI left its mark. See below for some pictures from the events.

Live Your Dream Awards Applications Open!

Applicants will still have three months to start, complete and submit their applications and at least one reference. To begin an application, click here. If you prefer a printable application, use this pdf document.

Other News from Soroptimist International...

SIA is launching a new member engagement initiative called UpliftHER. To learn more and register for the exclusive program launch webinar, click here.

Introducing RaiseRight, our newest partner that allows you to fundraise for SICI while shopping at your favorite stores! See this video to find out how you can get started easily! Use code 9DQFWH46M2AR to link with SICI!

Help us Fundraise!

Happy Birthday!

Welcome to our Newest Members!

Congratulations to Dr. Ginger Cole, former Camino Real Region Governor, on assuming the post of President of Soroptimist International of the Americas!

November 15: Stephanie Caprielian

November 21: Janice Aharon-Ezer

Thank You to Our Affiliates

Santa Barbara Level: Angela White, Stephanie Caprielian

Anacapa Level: Vivian Laufer

San Miguel Level: Juliann and Keith Laufer


A Special Thank You to Logix for their Partnership in being a Santa Barbara Level Affiliate

Ilya Vita

Karen Thompson

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 at SICI…


November 2: Soroptimist International Camino Real Region Fall Workshop, 10 am - 3 pm @ Ramona Convent Secondary School (more details to come!)

December 8: Holiday Centerpiece Class with Alma and Flowers by Paulann, 11:30 am - 2 pm (Holiday Brunch included!)

January 11: Stop Human Trafficking Event (more details to come)

April 25-27: SPRING CONFERENCE!!!!

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June 2025

June 2, 2025
Congratulations to Juliane Detweiler on her son ( Scotty ) from Webster University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology

May 2025

May 2, 2025
Congratulations to Mikayla Laufer on her new job and relocation to Cleveland, OH!

April 2025

March 29, 2025
Happy Happy Birthday April 14: Ilya Vite April 30: Kathy Gray April 30: Vivian Laufer Welcome to SICI! Charlotte Balzer-Gott Happy One Year Anniversary 1 Year: Janice Aharon-Ezer 2 Years: Joji Barris Poster Looking for a creative way to honor the women in your life? Say “Happy Birthday,” “Congratulations,” “Thank You,” or send your condolences by making a tribute to Soroptimist International of Channel Islands in the name of your friend, colleague, mother, daughter, sister, etc. An acknowledgement will be emailed to the person you choose to honor. Click here to make your tribute! 
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