Members and friends attended a meal at the Wheel Restaurant at Wigan College in March. The meal was excellent as always and service from the college students very professional. Money raised from the evening will be donated to charities supported by Soroptimist International Wigan.
Soroptimist International Wigan members and friends made chicks that were filled chocolate eggs to raise money for the Hospice.The chicks were sold at the South Lancashire Regional meeting and are on sale at Wigan and Leigh Hospice until Easter.
Soroptimist International Wigan has supported the Brick Project in Wigan for many years. Janet Mitchell Brick Fundraising Manager came and spoke to the members at the Business Meeting in March about current projects and developments.
The Soroptimist International Annual Charity Ball was held on February 10th at the DW Stadium. The evening was a great success with everyone entering into the spirit of Vintage Glitz or Glamour. The evening included Olivia Garcia X Factor contestant and possible Eurovision contestant.The MC for the evening was Gary Speakman who made sure that the evening, the raffle and auction ran smoothly. Money raised on the evening will support local, national and international charities including the Alzheimer’s Society, Wigan and Leigh Hospice, the Brick and DIAS
The Soroptimist International Wigan 2017 Young Achiever Award was presented to winner Olivia Barrow at Wigan Town Hall by the Mayor of Wigan Borough Councillor Bill Clarke, his wife Joan and Wigan President Angela Holmes.Olivia received her award for outstanding achievment for service to the community and academic achievement. Runner up Olivia Monks was also congratulated for her achivement in service to the community. The event was a celebration of the achievements of both girls and was attended by family members, and representatives of Soroptimist International Wigan.
Soroptimist International Wigan ex President Elaine Tyrrell and current President Angela Holmes were very happy to attend the DIAS AGM to presented a cheque to support the work of the charity. Members of SI Wigan has supported the work of DIAS for many years as committee members and with events to raise funds throughout the year.
