GRANT OF FRIENDSHIP

 One of the five identifying projects/awards of the Northwestern Region, SIA, the Grant of Friendship program makes the “international” in Soroptimist a reality for those clubs that choose to participate. Started in 1990, the program is based on the third Soroptimist objective, “to develop a spirit of friendship and unity among Soroptimists of all countries.” Discoveries about other countries and cultures are made -- many times we find out that we are not all that different. Our clubs face many similar challenges -- one being recruitment and retention -- no matter where we are in the world.  

Northwestern Region Grant of Friendship Application
2007-2008

Based on the Soroptimist objective, to develop a spirit of friendship and unity among Soroptimists of all countries, Northwestern Region of Soroptimist International of the Americas is offering a Grant of Friendship to one or two Soroptimists or a Soroptimist and her partner from outside the United States.

The Grant is for a 3 week period beginning in September/October 2007 or April /May of 2008. These dates include Soroptimist District or Region Conferences. Visitors will be responsible for their own traveling expenses to and from the Northwestern Region, which includes Washington, Alaska, Oregon, Montana and the Idaho panhandle. Lodging, meals, hospitality and travel between the clubs will be provided by the Region. Interested Soroptimists should apply by December 15, 2006.

Please address inquiries to:
Nancy Hanson, Chair, Grant of Friendship, NWR, SIA
PO Box 714
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Tel: 360-378-8434
Fax: 360-378-8885
e-mail: danah@rockisland.com (please include the letters GOF in the message bar)

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