Soroptimist International of Novato

Fundraisers

Annual Spring Fashion Show

Soroptimist International of Novato annually presents a very special event—its Spring luncheon, fashion show, and silent auction. This festive event is held on a Springtime Saturday at the Margaret Todd Center in Novato. A delicious lunch combined with a choreographed fashion show promises a … [Read More...]

Llama Beans Sale

“Llama beans” are the ultimate organic gardening fertilizer Llama beans are the natural output of llamas—in short, llama poop. Llama beans are one of the most desirable organic fertilizers available. They are organic, can be spread right on the garden without composting, have a compact … [Read More...]

Lobster Sale

Soroptimist members annually sell live Maine lobsters flown in specially to us for distribution. If you prefer cooked lobsters, we will arrange for them to be cooked. Plan that special weekend around a lobster dinner with your family and friends. Each lobster is 1.5 pounds and is perfect for one … [Read More...]

Our Projects

Gilead House

Gilead House is a faith-based transitional home for single mothers in need located in Novato, California. Soroptimist International of Novato is a major supporter of this program that is designed to provide local women with not only housing, but also … [Read More...]

Violet Richardson Award

Soroptimist International of Novato awards $500 annually to a young woman engaged in volunteer action within her community or school. This award is in honor of the president of the first Soroptimist club, Violet Richarson, a woman of action, whose … [Read More...]

Women’s Opportunity Awards

Soroptimist International of Novato awards $1,000 annually to a woman who has primary financial responsibility for her family and is seeking to improve her economic status by gaining additional skills, training or education. Eligibility requirements … [Read More...]

Workplace Campaign to End Domestic Violence

NOVATO, California—On November 25, Soroptimist International of Novato will “paper the town purple”—the color associated with domestic violence—as they join with Soroptimists all over the world to distribute purple cards with domestic abuse … [Read More...]

Founder Region Fellowship

The mission of Founder Region Fellowship is to advance the status of women. This will be accomplished through financial support to women in the last year of their doctoral degree. A by-product of this support is affirmation of the importance of the … [Read More...]

In The News

Membership Drive Luncheon in October

Each year, Soroptimist International of Novato hosts a special meeting for people who would like to learn about our club, and might be interested in becoming a club member. Our special membership meeting will take place sometime in October. (Please … [Read More...]

Soroptimist International of Novato Wins $10,000 Grant for Gilead House

Soroptimist International of Novato is delighted to announce that our federation organization, Soroptimist International of the Americas, has awarded a $10,000 grant to our local club to help Gilead House furnish the kitchen of their new home. In … [Read More...]

Soroptimist Clubs Assist Japan

Japan is suffering the devastating effects of multiple disasters—earthquake, tsunamis and radiation from malfunctioning nuclear power plants. Soroptimist has set up a special fund to collect donations to assist women and girls following the … [Read More...]

Sounding Board

SOUNDING BOARD is a live television program produced and directed completely by club members of Soroptimist International of Novato. From running the cameras, writing the scripts, developing the captions and leads, directing the production, and … [Read More...]

NPAT Schedule – Cable Channel 26 in Novato

Sounding Board airs on Novato Public Access Television (NPAT), Cable Channel 26 in Novato, every Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm and again on Saturday mornings at 10:00 am. April 27, 2011 - America's Happiest Gardener, Bob Tanem May 4, 2011 - … [Read More...]

CMCM Schedule – Cable Channel 26

Sounding Board airs on Community Media Center of Marin (CMCM), Cable Channel 26 in San Rafael and Southern Marin county, every Wednesday evening at 7:30 pm. April 27, 2011 - America's Happiest Gardener, Bob Tanem May 4, 2011 - COM Indian … [Read More...]