This is a life-transforming program, founded in 1972. Each year Soroptimist has given more than $2.9 million in education awards to over 2,000 women all around the world. This allows these women the opportunity to further their education and provide a better life for themselves and their families.
By empowering women to change their lives, the award has paved the way for new generations of independent, educated, and financially secure women and families, who in turn give back to their communities and countries.
This signature program to Soroptimist clubs worldwide, gives the award each year to women who are the primary financial provider to their families and enrolled in a higher education or technical program. For more eligibility requirements visit the SIA Live Your Dream website.
SIKC award winners are also eligible for a LYD award at the regional and international levels. This offers additional opportunities to continue to achieve their career goals.
The 2024-25 Live Your Dream application cycle will open August 15, 2024. SI of Kansas City offers several awards ranging in amounts from $1,000-$4,000. For more information about his financial opportunity through SIKC, email Marcia Boutz, LYD Chair, at Lyd@kcsoroptimist.org.
