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Soroptimist International is a global volunteer organization, founded in 1921 in Oakland, CA, that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment. Soroptimist translates to "that which is best for women".
Members of Soroptimist International of Lake Havasu City are active all year long giving back to our beautiful community. We are a non-profit organization (501(c)(3)) that relies on individuals attending our events, private donations, business support and foundation grants. Please consider joining our club, or participating in our fundraising events and activities. Meet new friends, have fun and join us in supporting local women and girls.
Charitable Fundraising Events & Activities
- Charity Poker Tournament: Feeling lucky, charitable or just want to have some fun? Come join us in December at McKee's Pub & Grill. More details to come.
- Southwest Chowderfest: Launched in 2022, this annual event has quickly become our largest and most popular fundraiser. In 2025, we partnered with CFEL (Chamber Foundation for Education & Leadership) to be a co-sponsor and raise funds and awareness for both community non-profit organizations. Mark your calendars to join us on Saturday, February 28, 2026 for the 5th Annual Southwest Chowderfest.
- Swing for Soroptimists Golf Tournament: Spring is a perfect time of year to be on the golf course in Lake Havasu while supporting our club's mission. Event is typically held in March. Watch for details on our 4th annual tournament to be held in 2026.
- Arizona Tax Credit: Soroptimist International of Lake Havasu City is a Qualified Charitable Organization (AZ Department of revenue QCO Code #22255). Your donation helps fund grants to local low-income women who are head of household pursuing post high school education or training. It helps them meet their immediate needs. Consult your tax advisor to confirm details and applicability to your situation, if interested.
- Dream Maker Jars: Our club supports our region by collecting "change" and small donations in Dream Jars. Club members pool their funds in May and the club presents the total amount raised at the Golden West Region spring conference. These small amounts, when pooled together from 900 club members across the region, allow the region to award thousands of dollars to women and girls.
Dream It, Be It Programs
- Junior High Heels Seminar: Moving from grade school to middle school can be difficult. To ease this transition, 6th grade girls from Lake Havasu City schools are invited to Thunderbolt Middle School for a ½ day. They are given a tour of the school, participate in team building activities, create vision boards, and they meet girls from across the city. This annual event is held in the spring.
- S-Club: Soroptimist sponsors and guides the S-Club at the Lake Havasu High School throughout the school year. Club members learn the value of empowering others, how to manage and run a club, and help support Soroptimist events.
- Foster Children's Shower: Each year, Soroptimist sponsors an annual Baby Shower for Arizona's Children Association to provide support to the caring women who take on the responsibilities of a foster child or children.
- Community Service Day: Each year, Soroptimist club members donate a day of community service.
- UpliftHER Program: New this year! To support financial independence for women, in the fall, our club donated professional dress clothes and accessories to the Clothes Closet to be distributed to local women in need. Together with S-Club, we helped support period poverty by providing period kits to local schools this spring.