RESOLUTION NO. 260365
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Sponsor: Mayor Pro Tem Ryana Parks-Shaw
RESOLUTION - Celebrating 100 years of service for Soroptimist International of Kansas City’s.
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WHEREAS, Soroptimist International of Kansas City was chartered with one hundred members on May 19, 1926, as the sixteenth Soroptimist club established in the world; and
WHEREAS, Soroptimist International of Kansas City’s mission of improving the lives of women and girls in our community through programs leading to social and economic empowerment has not changed since our inception one hundred years ago; and
WHEREAS, Soroptimist International of Kansas City seeks opportunities to serve the local community targeting the needs of women and girls; and
WHEREAS, Soroptimist International of Kansas City has provided over $1,000,000 in grants to 150+ Greater Kansas City nonprofits who support women and girls; and
WHEREAS, Soroptimist International of Kansas City’s Live Your Dream program offers a financial lifeline to women who are head of household and are struggling to continue their education to better their lives and those of their families; and
WHEREAS, Soroptimist International of Kansas City works to collaborate with other organizations to fulfill their Dream It, Be It programs educate young girls about self-esteem, personal growth and opportunities to ensure their future success; and
WHEREAS, the dedication and vision of Soroptimist International of Kansas City’s members have created a legacy of compassion, advocacy, and tangible change, inspiring new generations to join in the pursuit of equity and opportunity; and
WHEREAS, Kansas City is proud to recognize Soroptimist International of Kansas City’s accomplishments and their ongoing contributions as they look to the future success of our women and girls over the next hundred years; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council hereby declare April 23, 2026 to be Soroptimist International of Kansas City Day, in Kansas City, Missouri;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to Soroptimist International with the gratitude of the Mayor and Council for its service, leadership, and continued contributions to the growth and vitality of Kansas City.
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