Soroptimist International, a worldwide organization, began in 1921 as a club in Oakland, CA and now includes over 93,000 members in 122 countries. They are committed to being a global voice for women working through awareness, advocacy and action. The organization coined its name from the Latin words soror meaning sister and optima meaning best.

Soroptimist is defined as the best for women.

Soroptimist International of Quincy is a volunteer organization of business and professional women, dedicated to service to our community,  with an emphasis on women and children.  There has never been a more pressing time for women to come together and combine their talents to serve the community.  Please take a few minutes to look through our site and find a club in your area by viewing the Sierra Nevada Region Clubs, Sierra Pacific Region Map or  visit the Soroptimist International Headquarters site for more information by clicking to the left.