Soroptimist International of Visalia California Inc

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We provide women & girls access to education and training needed to achieve economic empowerment. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit tax exempt organization.

Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment. We are the Visalia Chapter, chartered in 1939, of this amazing service club! Soroptimist was founded in 1921 in Oakland, California, by a group of businesswomen who wanted to have a service club similar to those already in existence for men. It has grown from one club to 3,000 clubs with more than 100,000 members in 120 countries throughout the world. The Visalia Club s a member of the Soroptimist International of the Americas (SIA) Federation, one of four Federations worldwide. We meet on the 2nd Monday from 12:00 - 1:00pm and the 4th Monday from 5:30-7pm. Meetings are held with both a virtual Zoom and in person option for attendance. Unless otherwise noted, in person meetings are hosted at:

Left of Center - 699 W. Center Ave, Visalia, CA 93291

Lunch is $15.00 (to go option available!) and visiting Soroptimists and guests are always welcome.

10/12/2026

✨ Member Spotlight: Carol Frate ✨
This month, we're proud to shine the spotlight on Carol, a valued member of Soroptimist!
💜 Occupation: Retired now. For 34 years Carol worked for the University of California Extension as a Farm Advisor on all aspects of crop production for alfalfa, dry beans, corn, and sugar beets
💜 Member Since: 1980 !!!
💜 Committee(s): Currently on the membership committee, Membership Directory Committee, Community Investment Committee, Spring Fling Committee, Finance Committee, and the Soroptimist Park Committee.
Why did you join Soroptimist?
Carol joined Soroptimist shortly after moving to Visalia, as she wanted to become involved with, and give back to, the community she was living in.
What do you enjoy most about being a member?
Carol enjoys developing friendships and working with women with whom she may have never come to know, while contributing positivity to the Visalia community.
What is one fun fact about you?
Carol has reached the top of Sawtooth Peak, Alta Peak, Mt Shasta, and Mt Whitney (Quite a few years ago…😊 )
We are grateful for Carol's dedication to improving the lives of women and girls in our community. Thank you for your passion, leadership, and service, you make a difference every day!
Please join us in celebrating Carol!

10/09/2026

The BUNKO fun is coming!! 🎲 🤩 CALL to make a date for yourself and your friends. Support Soroptimist Visalia in our efforts to support women in the community. ❤️

10/02/2026

Laura has been on my radar forever. 😜I was so thrilled when she said she’s ready. We had the most amazing time documenting this season in her life. And all that waiting to document her? It was all worth it. This new season she’s in is totally worth celebrating and documentation is kinda must! 🥰😁

Side note: Tickets for our gallery exhibit and fundraiser are on my story! Proceeds will benefit the Live Your Dream Awards, Soroptimist of Visalia.

Will we see you there? 💕

09/18/2026

Last year was so fun, we are hosting the event again!! Join us 👏 Reserve your seats. Bring friends 👯 & make it a girls night out 🤩 All proceeds benefit our Dream It Be It program.

08/22/2026

Soroptimist Visalia is proud to announce the beginning of another Live Your Dream season! Applications are accepted until November 15th. Please read eligibility guidelines, and share with other candidates. 💕

08/10/2026

It's that time again! This educational grant is designed for women who are the primary financial support for their families and are enrolled in an education or training program. We want to help you on your journey. See below for the information you need.

08/08/2026

Come join us in service to women and girls in our community! www.sivisalia.org

07/10/2026

✨ Member Spotlight: Mary Ontiveros ✨
This month, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Mary, a valued member of Soroptimist!
💜 Occupation: Retired since 2006
💜 Member Since: 2008
💜 Committee(s): Current Vice President
Why did you join Soroptimist?
Mary was a Making the Difference for Women Award recipient while she was working, and she recalls enjoying meeting the members of soroptimist. She saw firsthand how their mission supported women. When she was invited to join, she was excited to do so.
What do you enjoy most about being a member?
Mary enjoys her membership in Soroptimist because of the work they do in the community. She also enjoys the other Soroptimist members, and their support and enthusiasm for the mission.
What is one fun fact about you?
Mary is a grandmother to 8 and a Great grandmother to 12. They live in Alaska, New Jersey, and North Dakota, so she gets to travel a lot!
We are grateful for Mary’s dedication to improving the lives of women and girls in our community. Thank you for your passion, leadership, and service, you make a difference every day!
Please join us in celebrating Mary!
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05/27/2026

Each year, SI Visalia hosts a one day, free conference, at College of the Sequoias. Dream It, Be It: Career Support for Girls is a program that supports girls in middle and high school who face obstacles to their future success. It provides girls with access to professional role models, career education and resources to live their dreams....watch for information on the next conference.

The DIBI Speech contest was designed to recognize a girl who has participated in a Dream It, Be It program and demonstrated outstanding personal growth, leadership, resilience, and commitment to her future goals.

Julianna Meader (left front row) represented the Visalia club and received a $500 award for her presentation.

01/27/2026

Vision boarding with women who don’t just dream big—they do big. 💫 When powerful women sit together and align their visions… magic happens.

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Visalia, CA

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http://www.sivisalia.org/

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