Port Orchard Soroptimists hosting auction/dinner fundraiser


February 16, 2012 · 5:25 PM

Soroptimist International of Port Orchard and the Soroptimist Foundation are holding their 16th annual Fantasy in February Auction and Dinner on Feb. 25 at the Clubhouse at McCormick Woods, 5155 McCormick Woods Dr. SW. The event’s theme this year is “American Dreams.”

Viewing of silent auction items will begin at 5:30 pm, and dinner will be served at 7, with the live auction after dinner. Tickets are available for $55 each and may be obtained by contacting any Soroptimist member, or by calling (360) 871-3431.

This event is the organization’s main fundraiser and provides money for scholarships, grants and service projects. Areas receiving support from the proceeds have included the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program at Harrison Medical Center, the YWCA and ALIVE Shelter, Northwest Coalition Against Trafficking, Girls and Boys Club, and South Kitsap Helpline.

Soroptimist is an international business and professional women’s volunteer service organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls and their families, in their local communities and throughout the world. Anyone interested in membership may call (360) 871-1805, or visit the group’s website atsiportorchard.com.

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