Members on the Club’s 90th Anniversary in 2014[/caption]

Founded in 1924, Soroptimist International of Long Beach (SILB), a California Nonprofit Corporation, is a volunteer service organization for women in business, management and the professions.

Soroptimist International is a global volunteer movement working together to transform the lives of women and girls. Our network of around 80,000 club members in 130 countries and territories works at a local, national and international level to educate, empower and enable opportunities for women and girls.

SILB is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax exempt organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent provided by United States law.  Our federal taxpayer ID number is 95-6120533.

Soroptimists are women of all ages, cultures and ethnic groups. Members represent a wide array of professions, including doctors, attorneys, teachers, chief executive officers of companies, nonprofit executives, business owners and government officials.

A Soroptimist is a leader in her community. She believes that by joining with other women and engaging in awareness, advocacy and action in the service of her community and society, she can make the world a better place for humankind.  So can you!

Many noteworthy women have been Soroptimists, including a United States Supreme Court justice, the first woman to serve as the mayor of a large city in the United States and the 1962 recipient of the United States  President’s Award for Distinguished Civilian Service.

Soroptimist clubs accomplish their service goals based on individual community need. Members make a difference for women by concentrating on:

Our Vision – Women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams.

Our Mission – Soroptimist is a global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment.

Our Core Values

  • Gender Equality – Women and girls live free from discrimination.
  • Empowerment – Women and girls are free to act in their own best interest.
  • Education – Women and girls deserve to lead full and productive lives through access to education.
  • Diversity & Fellowship – Women from varied backgrounds and perspectives work together to improve the lives of women and girls.