About Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe

Soroptimist means “Best for Women”—and that purpose guides everything we do.
At Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT), we work to ensure women
and youth have equitable access to educational, financial, and health resources so they can
reach their fullest potential and build brighter futures.

Our Global Movement

Soroptimist International is a worldwide volunteer organization founded in 1921 in Oakland,
California. Today, Soroptimists across more than 100 countries and territories work to improve
the lives of women and girls through education, empowerment, and opportunity.

The organization’s name reflects its mission: women at their best helping other women be their best.
Through programs, advocacy, and community partnerships, Soroptimists address barriers that
prevent women and girls from achieving economic independence and personal success.

Our Local Commitment

Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe brings this global mission to life here at home.
Since 1958, our club has invested in the South Shore community through scholarships,
awards, grants, and service projects that support women, youth, and families.

We proudly provide educational scholarships and achievement awards to students and women
across South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding region, helping recipients pursue education,
career training, and life goals that create lasting generational impact.

Community Impact

Through fundraising, volunteer service, and partnerships, SISLT supports local nonprofits,
educational programs, and community initiatives that improve the lives of women and children.
Our members are dedicated to creating meaningful change—locally and globally.

Fueling Our Work

SISLT is best known locally for its annual Evening of Food & Wine Tasting
fundraiser, a long-standing community tradition that enables us to return significant funding
back into South Lake Tahoe each year through grants, scholarships, and service initiatives.

Our Vision

We envision a world where women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach
their full potential, live free from barriers, and contribute to thriving communities.
Every scholarship awarded, every grant funded, and every woman supported brings us
closer to that vision.