Your Journey

Simple Steps to Apply

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Review Eligibility

Prepare Documents

Submit Application

Award Notification

Check the specific criteria for each award to ensure you meet the requirements for application.

Gather necessary transcripts, references, and personal statements. Our team can assist with guidance.

Complete our straightforward online form by the stated deadline. We prioritize local impact.

Successful applicants will be notified and connected with mentorship opportunities and resources.

Live Your Dream Award

The Soroptimist Live Your Dream Award helps women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families by assisting them with resources they need to improve their education, skills and employment prospects. Applications are accepted annually beginning in September with a cutoff date of November 15. For more information or application submission email lyd@sicentralsolano.com

Violet Richardson Award

The Violet Richardson Award honors young women,14 to 18 years old, who passionately volunteer in their communities. The award is named after Violet Richardson, president of the first Soroptimist club, which was founded in 1921. She believed in personal responsibility and her motto was, “It's what you do that counts." Applications are accepted annually beginning in September with a cutoff date of December 15. For more information or application submission email vra@sicentralsolano.com

Chance to Rise Award

Chance to Rise is an awards program for women who have demonstrated that they can overcome personal challenges to forge a path for a successful future. Applications are available in January of each year. For more information or application submission email ctr@sicentralsolano.com

We offer targeted awards designed to support women at various stages of their educational and career journeys.

Pathways to Economic Independence

A graduate in a blue gown tossing a cap in a stone archway
A graduate in a blue gown tossing a cap in a stone archway
Assist A Grad

Our club sponsors awards to graduating seniors in the Fairfield-Suisun-Travis community through the Assist A Grad Program. For more information or application submission email: assist@sicentralsolano.com