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Violet Richardson Award

Are you a young woman between the ages of 14 and 17 who volunteers in your community or school? Do you see challenges instead of obstacles? Hope instead of despair? If you are a young woman who believes in the power of volunteer action, then you may be eligible to win a Violet Richardson Award.  

This award recognizes young women who make the community and world a better place through volunteer efforts such as: fighting drugs, crime and violence; cleaning up the environment; and working to end discrimination and poverty.  Volunteer actions that benefit women or girls are particularly encouraged.

To apply, please download an application and email to siwashington@soroptimist.net by 12/31/2009
Violet Richardson Application

Women's Opportunity Award

The Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity Awards gives women the resources they need to improve their education, skills, and employment prospects. Eligible applicants must be women who provide the primary financial support for their families, and who are enrolled in or have been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program. 

This award recognizes women who are working to better their lives through additional skills training and education.

To apply, please download an application and email to siwashington@soroptimist.net by 12/31/2009
Women's Opportunity Application
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