Soroptimist of Somerset County

11/02/2026

💙 Honoring our founders and continuing their legacy!

October 3 marked 105 years since Soroptimist’s founding in 1921, when a group of business and professional women came together in Oakland, California, with a shared vision: to improve the lives of women and girls.

Founders Day celebrates their leadership and the generations of women who have carried that mission forward through friendship, service, and access to education and opportunity.

Our recent district meeting in Lewisburg was a meaningful reminder of that connection—women coming together to learn, encourage one another, and strengthen the work we do in our communities.

Soroptimist International of Somerset County is proud to be part of this continuing legacy. Thank you to our members and community supporters for helping us make a difference! 💙

11/02/2026

Congratulations to Kahlan Showalter, our Soroptimist Junior! ✨

Kahlan is a student at Turkeyfoot Valley High School and the daughter of Michelle Murphy. 2026 Pumpkin Fest Queen, she helped paint local shop windows and present awards to 5K participants.

She also volunteers as a cook for her local fire department and helped paint her elementary school’s playground. Through a collaborative storytelling project called a Crankie—a rolling illustrated scroll—she contributed color work exploring pollution and its impact on our planet. The project was shared with her school and community.

Kahlan plans to attend the Conemaugh School of Nursing and hopes to become an author and adopt a child someday.

Please join us in celebrating Kahlan’s service, creativity, and bright future! 💙

10/15/2026

🍁 SOROPTIMIST FALL DESSERT FUNDRAISER! 🍁

We're switching things up this fall! In place of our traditional cake roll fundraiser, we're excited to offer delicious cinnamon rolls made by Dough Girls Cakes!

For just $7.00 each, choose from two delicious icing options:

🍁 Maple Icing
🤍 Cream Cheese Icing

📅 Order Deadline: November 7th
📦 Pickup/Distribution: November 14th

Your purchase supports Soroptimist and our continued efforts to make a difference in the lives of women and girls throughout our community!

Whether you're treating yourself, sharing with family, or planning ahead for the holidays, these cinnamon rolls are the perfect sweet treat!

Please reach out to a Soroptimist member to place your order!

Thank you for supporting Soroptimist and helping make this year's fall fundraiser a success! 💙

10/15/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our First Soroptimist Junior of the Year! 🌟

Congratulations to Sophie Spangler, a student at Somerset Area High School, on being recognized as our first Soroptimist Junior of the Year! 💙💛

Sophie is the daughter of Josh and Stefanie Spangler and is an outstanding example of a young woman dedicated to serving her community!

Her volunteer efforts include:
• Running the clock for the Jr. Eagles Basketball Team
• Assisting with numerous activities at the elementary school
• Volunteering at youth track and basketball camps
• Helping with Vacation Bible School
• Supporting the Father's Day Fly-In at the Somerset County Airport

In addition to her volunteer work, Sophie spends her summers working as a lifeguard at Hidden Valley.

Looking ahead, Sophie hopes to pursue a career as a Nurse Anesthetist, continuing her passion for helping others.

👏 Congratulations, Sophie! Thank you for the time, energy, and dedication you give to our community. We are excited to recognize you as our first Soroptimist Junior of the year and look forward to seeing all you accomplish!

09/28/2026

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🍂🌻 A huge THANK YOU to the Soroptimist Club for the beautiful flowers and fall decorations! 🎃🧡 We are so grateful for your continued generosity and for helping make OR2R feel warm and welcoming for everyone who walks through our doors. 💛🍁

09/28/2026

Ready to take the next step toward your goals?

Applications are now open for the Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc. of Somerset County Live Your Dream: Education & Training Award for Women!

This award provides at least $1,000 to a local woman working toward a better future through education or skills training — with the opportunity to compete for additional monetary awards.

Know someone who may qualify? Please share this post and help us spread the word!

Applications are due November 15, 2026.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply, or contact a member with any questions or for help completing an application.

Your next chapter could start here!

08/28/2026

What a lovely evening for our August Soroptimist meeting! ☀️🌸

We enjoyed gathering outdoors and were especially happy to welcome guests, reconnect with old friends, and spend time together as we look ahead to another meaningful year of service.

During the meeting, we discussed our Live Your Dream program, which supports women who are the primary financial providers for their families as they work toward their educational and career goals. We also talked about upcoming projects and new opportunities to bring greater awareness to Soroptimist and the work we do throughout our community.

We were also pleased to officially install Renee Hoffman as our Corresponding Secretary!

Our next meeting is September 22, and we’d love to welcome you! Reach out to our page or connect with a Soroptimist member directly for more information.

At the heart of it, we’re girls’ girls — women supporting women, cheering each other on, and helping lift one another up. 💙 If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, there’s a place for you with us!

07/01/2026

A Night of Service, Leadership & Celebration! ❤️🤍💙
This week, the Soroptimist International of Somerset County gathered for our annual Installation Ceremony, celebrating a new year of service and leadership.

With our nation's 250th anniversary as this year's theme, the evening was filled with patriotic spirit, fellowship, laughter, and reflection. From singing The Star-Spangled Banner and My Country, 'Tis of Thee, to testing our knowledge with American history trivia and even signing our own Declaration of Independence, it was a memorable celebration of both our country and our commitment to making a difference in the lives of women and girls.

Congratulations to our 2026–2027 officers and directors:
❤️ President: Diane Stiffler
🤍 President-Elect: Margaret Tinley
💙 Recording Secretary: Dana Weimer
❤️ Corresponding Secretary: Renee Eash
🤍 Treasurer: Sandy Berkebile
💙 Directors: Debra Menser & Lori Hogan
❤️ Delegates: Amy Weimer & Linda Prozialeck

A special thank you to our installing officer, NAR Region Governor Lisa Malago, and to everyone who helped make the evening so meaningful.
Here's to another year of friendship, service, and empowering women and girls in our community! 💙

04/28/2026

So proud to celebrate these young women tonight!
It was a wonderful evening with our members, the awardees, and their families—such a special group to be surrounded by

You could really feel the support in the room!

Grateful to be part of a community that lifts one another up and is always ready to give back. Congrats again to all of the awardees 💛

04/28/2026

So excited to celebrate these wonderful young women in our community tonight! ✨

The Soroptimist Juniors continue to inspire with their leadership, kindness, and commitment to making a difference. It’s always so special to see the next generation stepping up, supporting one another, and giving back in meaningful ways.

Proud of each of you and all that you’re accomplishing—tonight is well deserved! 💛