The Drogheda Soroptimists have raised nearly €6,000 for local charities over the past 12 months. Donations from the local branch have gone to the Drogheda Women’s and Children’s Refuge, the Drogheda Irish Wheelchair Association, and the Mosney Women’s Africa Appeal. Further money was also raised for international initiatives in Sierra Leone and Haiti.
Through holiday wreath making, coffee mornings, bag packing, and participating in the Women’s Mini Marathon – all members of the Drogheda Soroptimists contributed to giving back to their community.
Soroptimist International is a worldwide organisation for women in management and professions, working through service projects to advance human rights and the status of women. Soroptimists are committed to service for local, national, and international communities.

L-R: Dorothy Collins, incoming President of Drogheda Soroptimists and Geraldine Piggott, outgoing President of Drogheda Soroptimists, March 2011
Dorothy Collins, incoming President of Drogheda Soroptimists says “Soroptimists International is a vibrant, dynamic organisation for today’s professional women. We are committed to a world where women and girls together achieve their individual and collective potential, realise aspirations and have an equal voice in creating strong, peaceful communities worldwide. However, this must first start locally. We are delighted that we have been able to give back to our own community.”
“We want to thank everyone who has contributed to the Drogheda Soroptimists’ efforts in helping to raise much needed funds for these inspiring local organisations. Together we can make a difference.”