Soroptimist rock n’ roll for a cause

By Julie Carlson

Soroptimist International of Alhambra, San Gabriel, San Marino celebrated the Fabulous Fifties at their major fundraiser of the year on December 3 at the Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel. Josephine Yang and Sophia Tsoi once again helmed the event as co-chairs. Professional dancers and students, including Yang and Tsoi, from Lai Lai Ballroom Studio in Alhambra, took to the oor to entertain the 200 guests.

“Elvis Presley” and “Marilyn Monroe” were also on hand to celebrate the evening with song, dance, and photographs. 2015 Live Your Dream Award recipient, Savannah Sunez, and her daughter were also in attendance. Sunez spoke about the importance of Soroptimist in her life and how the organization has helped her achieve her dream of working as a mechanical engineer at NASA JPL.

The annual gala raises essential funds for Soroptimist’s programs that bene t women and girls of our community. Soroptimist is a community of diverse, dynamic, and dedicated leaders who empower women and girls to achieve their full potential and have an equal global voice.

Over the next ten years, Soroptimist International’s Dream Big Campaign hopes to raise funds for 500,000 women and girls worldwide through access to education. If you would like to know about Soroptimist, its programs, and how to become a member, visit https://soroptimistalhambra.org/.